planforhold

Planforhold is a term used in planning law to describe the planning conditions and constraints attached to a parcel of land as defined by planning documents such as zoning plans and municipal plans. It specifies what may be built, used, and how the site must relate to surrounding infrastructure.

The content typically includes land-use designation, permitted building use, height limits, floor space, setbacks, plot size, access requirements, parking, and any restrictions for preservation, environmental protection, or cultural heritage. It may also record easements and servitudes, rights of way, and infrastructure obligations that the developer must fulfill.

Binding effect: Planforhold generally binds owners, developers, and subsequent purchasers. Changes to planforhold require amendments to the planning documents and may involve public consultation and administrative procedures. When purchasing land, buyers are advised to review the current planforhold to understand development potential and constraints.

Relation to permits: When applying for building permission, authorities assess whether proposed structures comply with the planforhold. If not, variances or special permissions may be needed. Planforhold may also interact with other planning instruments, such as environmental impact assessments or transport plans.

Notes: The term is most commonly used in Danish planning discourse and is also found in Norwegian and Swedish contexts with analogous meaning. For precise definitions, refer to the local planning act and municipality's plan documents.