Phil Hogan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fine Gael)
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Question 377: To ask the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources the process whereby he will enforce the legislation in respect of the energy performance of buildings S.I. No. 662 of 2006; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43409/08]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin South, Green Party)
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I am assuming the Deputy is referring to the European Communities (Energy Performance of Buildings) Regulations (S.I. No. 666 of 2006). The regulations in question are made by the Minister for the Environment Heritage and Local Government. Under the regulations, enforcement is a matter for authorised officers of the local authorities.

Sustainable Energy Ireland (SEI) as Issuing Authority under the regulations may also appoint additional authorised officers. SEI has appointed a number of such authorised officers for the purpose of carrying out quality assurance of the building energy rating scheme. In addition, SEI has secured the agreement of the Law Society to issue a practice note to all solicitors advising them of their duties as agents under the Regulations and has published notices in the media to further assist in raising awareness of rights and obligations under the Regulations.