Development contributions
Development contributions are used to support funding for public infrastructure and facilities, which benefit development in their functional area and are provided by or on behalf of the Local Authority.
Development contributions are calculated based on Clare County Council’s Development Contribution Scheme 2025-2029.
Section 48 of the Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended) enables the Planning Authority when granting planning permission under Section 34 of the Act, to include conditions requiring the payment of a financial contribution in respect of public infrastructure and facilities benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority. These contributions provide funding for public infrastructure and facilities, including the refurbishment, upgrading, enlargement, or replacement of roads, car parks, open spaces, parks, community facilities, and recreational areas. Once permission is granted, different levels of development charges may be applied.
Clare County Council may in addition to the terms of the general development contribution scheme require the payment of a Special Contribution in respect of a particular development where specific exceptional costs not covered by a scheme or incurred in respect of public infrastructure and facilities which benefit the proposed development. In such cases the condition will specify the particular works carried out or proposed to be carried out by the council.
The contribution rates as detailed in the scheme are subject to an annual adjustment using the Wholesale Price Index – Building and Construction published by the Central Statistics Offices.
It is recommended to review the current Development Contribution Scheme before submitting a planning application to ensure clarity regarding the applicable charges.
Contributions are payable prior to commencement of developments.
Development contribution charges
The current development contribution charges are set out in the council's general development contribution scheme. These charges are outlined in the links below:
Page last reviewed: 18/07/25
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