Committee Stage Current 34th Dáil 121/2021

Defective Dwellings Bill 2021

Sponsor: Francis Noel Duffy
Introduced: 30 Sep 2021
Last updated: 2 May 2025

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Establishes builder and developer liability for residential construction defects, specifying standards they must meet during building work.
Creates a redress mechanism for homeowners affected by housing defects, with defined time limits for making claims.
Sets requirements and duties for residential construction works to prevent defects and protect residents.

Stage timeline

First Stage 33rd Dáil

30 Sep 2021
Second Stage 33rd Dáil

30 Sep 2021
Committee Stage 34th Dáil

1 May 2025