Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 January 2026
639. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the additional funding that was provided to the Housing Agency in Budget 2026; if this will allow the agency to commence regulation of the owners' management company sector; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3485/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Housing Agency’s operational funding allocation for 2026 is €21.8 million, an increase of almost 16% on its 2025 operational costs. This budget is reflective of the envisaged workload of the Agency across the breadth of schemes and services it operates, supporting increased housing delivery ambitions and the planned scaling of remediation schemes.
At present, the Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration (DJHAM) and his Department continue to have responsibility for the oversight of Owner Management Companies (OMCs) and related regulations.
Under the Programme for Government, my Department will take responsibility for the Multi-Unit Development Acts to streamline support for OMCs and improve oversight. A timeline for the transfer of functions from the DJHAM is being advanced, and engagement between our Departments is ongoing to ensure this happens in a well-managed and efficient manner.
