Planning, building and the environment

Planning and the Environment

Communities and Local Government is committed to protecting and enhancing the environment and to tackling climate change, a global phenomenon with major environmental, social and economic implications for this country. These pages describe the work the Department is undertaking in its policies, programmes and operations towards that commitment.

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Building Regulations

Read about our building regulations which exist to ensure the health and safety of people in and around buildings.

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