Planning Law module (LW31015)

This module examines the types of authority (regulatory regime) dealing with land use planning and development management. Sustainable development is used as a theme throughout.

Planning law involves regulations and rules governing land use and development. It guides urban and rural planning, zoning, construction permits, and environmental considerations. Planning law aims to ensure orderly and sustainable development. It does this while considering social, economic, and ecological factors in community growth. In doing so it should balance both public interests and private property rights.

What you will learn

In this module, you will:

• learn about the UK's regulatory regime dealing with land use planning
• learn about development management
• learn how the town and country planning system operates in Scotland and understand the similarities and differences between the different parts of the UK
• learn how case law is used to interpret and develop statutory provisions

Assignments / assessment

• professional report (25%)
• unseen written exam (75%)

Teaching methods / timetable

The module will be delivered through lectures, independent study, and seminars.