Draft response to planning reform

NICVA believes that reform of the planning system is much needed and considers it extremely important to be clear about the overall purpose of the planning system. NICVA is seeking a statutory purpose for planning to achieve sustainable development and reinforce the consultation document's statement that planning should contribute to achieving sustainable development.

The planning system should define projects which truly contribute to the economy, society and the environment in an integrated manner. Within this we need emphasis on the shift from narrow land use planning to spatial planning principles which can contribute to development of sustainable communities.

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