Explanatory Memorandum

Planning Act (Northern Ireland) 2011

2011 CHAPTER 25

4 May 2011

Commentary on Sections

Part 5: Enforcement.

Section 143: Appeal against enforcement notice

This section includes provisions which specify the grounds on which an appeal against an enforcement notice can be made and the procedures for making a valid appeal. Before determining an appeal under these provisions the Planning Appeals Commission must provide all appellants, the relevant council or the Department the opportunity to appear before and be heard by the Commission.