Deadline August 26th 2025

The Irish Government is currently inviting public feedback on proposed changes to planning legislation that could make life easier for thousands of homeowners, families, and communities across Ireland.

A four-week public consultation on exempted development is now open – and your voice can help shape how planning works in the future.

Closing Date for Submissions: 27 July 2025

Co-Designing the Future of Rinville Park, Oranmore

Galway County Council, supported by Cunnane Stratton Reynolds (CSR), ACT, and Enviroplan, has launched a public engagement process to help co-design the Rinville Park Sustainable Development Plan.

This initiative invites local residents, community groups, park users, and stakeholders to share their views and priorities for the future of Rinville Park, one of Oranmore’s most valued public spaces.

Closing Date for Submissions: 22 August 2025

The Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment is undertaking a national consultation to evaluate the potential for a future Important Project of Common European Interest (IPCEI) in the field of Biotechnology, focused on the areas of bio-based chemicals, bio-based materials, and key components for food and feed.

This consultation invites feedback from industry, research institutions, and other relevant stakeholders to explore the suitability, desirability, and feasibility of launching an IPCEI in Biotechnology. Insights gathered will inform Ireland’s contribution to the EU-wide scoping phase and help identify one or more viable IPCEI candidates aligned with EU priorities and industrial policy.

Closing Date for Submissions: 3 September 2025

Public Consultation on Draft Standard – I.S. 6:202X Pre-cast Concrete Sewer Pipes and Fittings

The National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI) has launched a public consultation on the draft standard I.S. 6:202X, which outlines requirements for pre-cast concrete sewer pipes and fittings used in gravity pipeline systems.

This consultation provides stakeholders and industry professionals the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed technical specifications.

Closing Date for Submissions: Midnight on Sunday, 13 July 2025

Late last year, we reached out to learn more about your experience of the current space and wider hopes and comments on this project. The design team captured your views and used them to inform the emerging design for a transformed College Green.

Attached below, you will find six images setting the context for the project and showing artistic sketches for the emerging design. A document setting out the proposed access for cyclists and vehicles is also included.

Closing Date for Submissions: 4:00 PM, Wednesday, 6 August 2025

Cork City Council invites public submissions on the proposed Cork North Docks Public Realm and Transport Infrastructure Scheme. This significant project will transform key parts of the Docklands area, improving transport connectivity, creating high-quality public spaces, and enhancing waterfront access for pedestrians and cyclists.

Closing Date for Submissions: 4:00 PM, Monday, 25 August 2025

Cork City Council invites public submissions on the proposed Mary Street, Douglas Street, and White Street Public Realm Enhancement Scheme, a key development aimed at improving pedestrian access, traffic flow, active travel infrastructure, and urban amenities across these areas.

Closing Date for Submissions: Tuesday, 22 July 2025

In accordance with Part XI of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), and Part 8, Article 81 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended), Galway City Council hereby gives notice of the following proposed development:

Closing Date for Submissions: 5 p.m., Friday, 4 July 2025

Applicant: Dublin City Council – Housing and Community Services Department
Location: Lands at Cherry Orchard, Dublin 10, bounded to the north by Cherry Orchard Hospital and to the south by Cherry Orchard Football Club and Cherry Orchard Green.

Closing Date for Submissions: 5 p.m., Friday, 4 July 2025

The Department of Public Expenditure, National Development Plan (NDP) Delivery and Reform is launching a public consultation to seek feedback from stakeholders, industry experts, and the wider public on the challenges and opportunities related to infrastructure delivery in Ireland.