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County Limerick.

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Exempted Development-Doing work within the Curtilage of a House

This web page sets out the main planning issues which arise when doing work around the house - domestic extension, minor works etc. It is intended to be used as a practical guide.  It is not a definitive legal interpretation of planning law.  For more information you should consult the Planning Office of Limerick County Council and/or the Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 to 2010.

• Exempted Development
• » What is Exempted Development
• » List of Possible Exempted Development
• » What happens if exemption limits are exceeded
• » Should I consult with the Planning Authority before carrying out an Exempted Development
• » Do building regulations apply
• » Should I notify my neighbours beforehand
• » Should I consult with any other bodies
• » Where can I get more information on exemptions

The law governing the planning system is set out in the Local Government Planning and Development Acts, 2000-2010 and the Local Government Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 to 2010.  These may be purchased from the Government Publications Sales Office, Sun Alliance House, Molesworth Street, Dublin 2, Telephone 01 64 76 83 435 / 01 64 76 83 436 / 01 64 76 83 437