Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 7 September 2026
1760. Deputy Peadar Tóibín asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the average length of time it took for a request to Tailte Éireann to be fully processed in each of the past five years; and the longest processing time in each of the past five years. [61253/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraTailte Éireann is an independent Government agency under the aegis of my Department. Under section 8 of the Tailte Éireann Act 2022, Tailte Éireann is independent in the performance of its functions.
Tailte Éireann provides a system of registration of ownership of land in Ireland, delivers accurate, up-to-date valuations of commercial and industrial properties, and creates and maintains the definitive mapping records of the State.
In the context of applications lodged for registration of title on the Land Register, it is not possible to provide an average time for processing applications for registration as each application is different, and processing times vary as a result.
Applications for registration of title on the National Land Register must first meet Tailte Éireann’s minimum requirements to proceed to registration. Approximately 58,000 applications lodged in 2026 year to date did not meet the minimum requirements and were returned to the lodging party which results in an administrative burden for Tailte Éireann and longer processing times for all applicants. Numerous guidelines and checklists have been provided on www.Tailte.ie to assist lodging parties in ensuring the application meets the basic requirements to proceed to processing.
Applications for registration which involve a transfer, charge, or release of registered lands, where no change to the registry map is required account for approximately 60% of applications for registration. These applications are typically processed within 15 working days where the application is lodged in order.
Applications submitted electronically through eRegistration account for approximately 18% of all applications received and are processed within 10 working days. eDischarges are typically processed within 2 working days. Tailte Éireann continues to promote electronic registration services to its customers to improve processing times for all applicants.
Processing times for applications which require a change to the Registry map are improving due to the impact of additional resourcing and implemented procedural efficiencies throughout the registration application process.
Applications for first registration of title account for approximately 12% of Tailte Éireann’s overall intake. First registration applications are often complex and diverse, and the first registration process often identifies issues on title or missing deeds. Once a title is registered it is guaranteed under State indemnification provisions and each application must satisfy all legal requirements prior to proceeding to registration.
Average processing times vary depending on the type of application lodged. Applications for first registration on Form 3 of the Land Registration Rules 2012-2021 (LRR) which are certified by a solicitor and lodged in order, typically have substantially shorter processing times than those cases requiring an Examination of Title on Form 1 or Form 2 and where first registration is based on possession. These applications often involve clarifying queries, issuance of notices and dealing with objections, which can extend processing times significantly.
It is not possible to determine whether any delay in a particular case is, or is not, reasonable without knowing the history of progression of the case. In cases where any delay in registration could have a potential impact, Tailte Éireann make every effort to expedite applications which are in order, where valid grounds exist, and where doing so does not impose a conflict in regard to priority given to any prior lodged dealing. Lodging parties may contact Tailte Éireann in relation to a specific case by email at info@tailte.ie.
Further information in relation to specific cases may be obtained by Oireachtas members on behalf of constituents by contacting the dedicated e-mail address in respect of Tailte Éireann at oireachtas@tailte.ie.
