Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 26 April 2018
246. Deputy Darragh O'Brien asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the anticipated headquarters of the new office of the planning regulator; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18470/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Planning & Development (Amendment) Bill 2016 provides, inter alia, for the establishment of the Office of the Planning Regulator. This Bill is currently at Committee Stage in the Seanad and is expected to be enacted by the Summer. Once it is passed into law, I will be in a position to set an establishment date for the Office.
The Office will provide for enhanced oversight of the planning system and help ensure the highest possible standards in planning practice.
In preparation for the Office's establishment, my Department is liaising with the Office of Public Works to source the most suitable available premises for the Office of the Planning Regulator, and these discussions are ongoing.
