Belfast·LDP Plan Strategy 2035 (adopted 2023)·Page 13·1.4.1
Transitional Arrangements Purpose
Transitional arrangements were established to provide continuity and assist timely publication of the Plan Strategy following the transfer of planning to local government.
The need for transitional arrangements is set out in both legislation and the SPPS, as a reflection of the unique circumstances presented by the transfer of the planning system to local government, and the introduction of the new legislation and plan development process. This approach was intended to assist in enabling the Plan Strategy to be published in a timely manner. Agreement on the strategic direction at an early stage would allow the council to effectively bring forward the Plan Strategy in the context of existing planning documents.
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