Department Introduction and Function

The Planning & Economic Development Department of Limerick City Council is responsible for implementing the proper planning and sustainable development of the City in accordance with the Planning & Development Acts 2000 to 2010 (As Amended). It has a pivotal role in achieving a balance between social, economic and environmental development in a City enriched with history and cultural heritage. 

The Planning Department undertakes four specific functions which include: 

• Forward Planning: Preparation and review of Development Plans
• Development Management: Consideration of development proposals/ planning applications
• Enforcement Control: Enforcement of planning legislation
• Protection of our Heritage 

Planning Permission Types: 

• Outline planning permission
• Permission following a grant of outline permission
• Full planning permission
• Retention planning permission

Where to find us?
Planning & Economic Development Department,
Limerick City Council,
1st Floor City Hall,
Merchants Quay,
Limerick,
Ireland.

How to contact us? 
Visit the planning counter: 
Monday to Friday 9.00am - 4.00pm - Desk open
Monday to Friday 10.00am - 4.00pm - View files

Phone: +353 61 407210
Fax: +353 61 410401
Email: plandev@limerickcity.ie