6.4 | Strategic Flood Risk

6.3 |Appropriate Assessment

6.4 | Strategic Flood Risk Assessment

In addition to compliance with the SEA Directive, the preparation and implementation of NIFTI must meet the provisions of the EU Habitats Directive (92/43/EEC) and transposing regulations (European Communities (Birds and Natural Habitats) Regulations 2011 (S.I. No. 477 of 2011).

The Planning System and Flood Risk Assessment Guidelines were published in 2009 by the Office of Public Works in conjunction with the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government. The Guidelines are to be used at all levels of government when preparing development plans, from national strategies to individual planning applications.