Committee Stage Current 33rd Dáil 60/2021

Planning and Development (Amendment) (Repeal of Part V Leasing) Bill 2021

Sponsor: Cian O'Callaghan
Introduced: 28 Apr 2021
Last updated: 2 May 2025

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Repeals Part V leasing rules from the Planning and Development Act 2000 that required developers to provide social housing through leasing arrangements.
Removes the mechanism allowing local authorities to lease social housing units from private developers as part of planning obligations.
Changes how social housing is delivered through planning; leasing option no longer available to meet developer contribution requirements.

Stage timeline

First Stage 33rd Dáil

28 Apr 2021
Second Stage 33rd Dáil

28 Apr 2021
Committee Stage 33rd Dáil

1 May 2025