Important changes to planning law are taking effect as the Planning and Development Act 2024 is being commenced on a phased basis.
The Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR) recognises members of the Oireachtas as key stakeholders. A dedicated email address is available for Oireachtas members to request information: oireachtas@opr.ie.
The OPR gives priority to these requests. We will acknowledge them within three working days and aim to provide a full response within 15 working days.
To support transparency, the OPR may publish responses to Oireachtas information requests on our website where appropriate.
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.