If an application made to a council is refused or granted subject to conditions the applicant may appeal to the Planning Appeals Commission. The previous time limit for lodging an appeal is reduced from 6 months to 4 or such other period as may be prescribed by development order. If the applicant or council so wish, they may appear before and be heard by the Commission.
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