Important changes to planning law are taking effect as the Planning and Development Act 2024 is being commenced on a phased basis.

Provision of Information to Members of the Oireachtas

The Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) recognises members of the Oireachtas as one of our key stakeholders. Accordingly, we have a dedicated email account for use by Oireachtas members in relation to requests for information that they may direct at any time to the Office: oireachtas@opr.ie

The OPR prioritises dealing with information requests from Oireachtas members. Such information requests will be acknowledged within three working days and we will work to provide a substantive response within 15 working days.

To ensure transparency, the OPR will, where appropriate, consider publishing the responses to information requests from members of the Oireachtas on our website.

Disclaimer

The Planning and Development Act 2024 was signed into law on 17 October 2024. The Act is being commenced on a phased basis to facilitate a smooth transition from the existing legislation to the new legislation. It is important to note that transitional arrangements are in place. This means that certain elements of the work of the OPR remain under the previous legislation during this time.

This website will be updated at the earliest opportunity to correspond with the commencement of the various Parts of the Act.

Information on the commencement of the Act is available on the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage website.