Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
675. Deputy Richard Bruton asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the way that the quota of 10% affordable homes in new private developments will be made available to eligible applicants; the way that prices for this quota shall be set; and if buyers can use the first homes scheme to assist purchase. [44208/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraPart 6 of the Affordable Housing Act 2021 contains the amendments to Planning and Development Act 2000 Part V arrangements in private developments.
The amended Part V arrangements provide for 20% of developments be made available for social and affordable homes and a minimum of 10% minimum must be for social housing purposes. I can confirm that detailed guidance on the new Part V provisions is nearing completion.
Affordable homes delivered under Part V provisions will be allocated in accordance with the provisions of the Affordable Housing Act in relation to affordable purchase (Part 2 of the Act) and cost rental schemes (Part 3).
