Urban planning permit: opinions on the commercial aspect

We publish opinions relating to the commercial aspect of urban planning permits. These opinions concern projects for the creation, extension or modification of retail businesses in Wallonia. They are available online via a search tool (by municipality or project) and an interactive map allowing geographical consultation.

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What do the opinions cover?

Each project is assessed against several criteria:

  • Consumer protection: ensuring local supply and avoiding areas without essential shops.
  • Commercial diversity: promoting a varied offer tailored to consumer needs.
  • Quality and sustainability of employment: evaluating the density, quality and durability of the jobs created.
  • Urban environment: examining how the project integrates into the urban fabric and local dynamics.
  • Sustainable mobility: analysing site accessibility, particularly by public transport, and its impact on travel.

Objectives

These opinions help to:

  • prevent retail wastelands and oversupply,
  • improve the management of commercial locations,
  • promote balanced spatial planning,
  • simplify procedures through the integrated permit.

Consult opinions online

Search for an opinion by municipality, project or date.