Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 November 2025
530. Deputy Donnchadh Ó Laoghaire asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the legal or policy basis for local authorities for refusing adult children, returning to the family home due to the housing crisis, permission to be added to the rent book. [65757/25]
View answerThe day-to-day operation of the social housing system, including the oversight and practical management of existing tenancies is a matter solely for each local authority.
It is, however, my understanding that adults who wish to move into an existing tenancy may apply to the local authority for permission to reside in a local authority dwelling and to be added to the rent account, for example if the person is in a relationship with an existing tenant. It is a matter for the local authority to assess this application, and approve or refuse it, as appropriate, in line with the assessment criteria it has in place including the control of anti-social behaviour, avoiding overcrowding and good estate management.
