Question 1

What does the Rent Reduction Bill 2022 do?

Accepted Answer

Amends Residential Tenancies Act 2004 to cap rents at maximum quarter of median household income (local or national, whichever lower), applying to new tenancies immediately and existing tenancies within 12 months. Establishes National Rent Authority to determine median incomes by household size, set maximum household sizes per accommodation category, and designate luxury accommodation (capped at 5% of rental stock per area). Luxury accommodation is excluded from rent caps. Authority composed of tenant and employee representatives. Bill enters force within 90 days of Presidential promulgation.

Question 2

What stage is the Rent Reduction Bill 2022 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 11 Sep 2024, the Rent Reduction Bill 2022 is at First Stage in 33rd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Rent Reduction Bill 2022?

Accepted Answer

The Rent Reduction Bill 2022 was sponsored by Gino Kenny, and was introduced on 30 Jun 2022.

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