Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 17 February 2026
762. Deputy Ryan O'Meara asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage when the new regulations in relation to developer-led wastewater infrastructure plants will be operational; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11624/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe new developer-led wastewater infrastructure initiative will support housing delivery in areas where Uisce Éireann’s services are currently insufficient or not planned in the near term.
A framework has been agreed setting out the roles of my Department, Uisce Éireann, the Environmental Protection Agency and the private sector. Under the initiative, developers may fund and deliver wastewater infrastructure, with Uisce Éireann overseeing design and construction to ensure regulatory compliance and assuming ownership of the infrastructure once completed.
The necessary regulations to underpin the initiative are being progressed, and it is intended that the initiative, including the operational arrangements, will be in place by the end of the first quarter of 2026.
