Seanad debates
Tuesday, 10 December 2002
Planning and Development (Amendment) Bill, 2002: Second Stage.
I reiterate that the Bill is primarily about improving housing supply and promoting social integration. The new flexibility will speed up agreements and free up resources. Agreements will be concluded more quickly and more social and affordable housing will come on stream more quickly. The level of contribution required from developers remains the same – there is no reduction. The agreements allowed under the Bill will ensure it continues to support the objective of social integration. I commend the Bill to the House.
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