This module will address the Environmental Health Impacts of selected developments, policies and programmes. Planning policies and procedures in Ireland will be examined.
Conceptual development of EIAR from emphasis on environmental issues to present focus on Environmental Health Assessment. EIAR Regulations. EPA Act. EIAR within the planning and development framework in Ireland. Prescribed body involvement in EIAR. Introduction to Town Planning and county development plans. The National Development Plan. The Planning Application Process. Planning Appeals process. Special Areas of Conservation Sustainable development. An introduction to the effects of the built environment on health and well-being. On-site waste water treatment and planning regulations surrounding its management. Industrial waste water discharge licensing.
The module will be delivered through lectures and tutorials. Linkages with relevant websites demonstrating the important aspects of current information. Health Assessment through synthesis and integration of scientific and website material.
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|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 70 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 30 |