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Bye Laws

Under Part VI of the Local Government Act (Northern Ireland) 1972Opens in a new window., district councils may make and enforce bye-laws, subject to confirmation by the appropriate Northern Ireland Department.

Local Government Policy Division handles bye-laws that include the following areas:

  • The good rule and government of the whole or any part of the district of a council;
  • The prevention and suppression of nuisances in the district of a council;
  • Public parks;
  • Recreation grounds;
  • Promenades; and
  • Seashores (subject to additional consents).

The relevant district council should be able to provide information concerning bye-laws that apply in your area.
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