Carrying out the first Health Impact Assessment on a statutory development plan in Ireland: Creating healthier cities and communities that promote inclusive economic growth and social development

Key Points

• The research aims to evaluate the health implications of a statutory development plan in Ireland.
• Presentation delivered at the 9th Healthy City Design 2025 International Congress
• Part of the HIA-IM project focused on health assessments
• Focused on strategies for promoting healthier urban environments
• Identified strategies to create healthier cities
• Highlighted the role of urban planning in social development
• Recommended inclusive economic growth initiatives