Planning

The Department’s role in the NI planning system including relevant legislation, regional policies and strategies and supporting practical guidance.

NOTICE: The new Planning Portal is now live.

Details of planning applications are available online on the Planning Portal and you can contact us by e-mailing planning@infrastructure-ni.gov.uk.

If you have a query about a local planning issue or application, please contact the Planning Office in the local Council.

Overview of Planning Functions

Learn more about proposals for new legislation and access existing legislation governing or relating to the planning system in Northern Ireland.

Regional Planning and Policy.

Departmental development plans are plans prepared by the former Department of the Environment (DOE).

Improving the Planning System.

Documentation relating to planning applications for the Dalradian Curraghinalt Project.

Privacy Notices for Business areas located within the Department can be found below.

Speeches by Department for Infrastructure Minister, Liz Kimmins.

The Chief Planner’s Newsletter provides updates on key aspects of the planning system.

Information relating to Hear and Report Work carried out by Persons Appointed on behalf of DfI.

Contact details for planning offices in Northern Ireland.