Ombudsman criticises lack of enforcement of planning laws

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Archiseek / Ireland / News / 2004 / April 28 2004: Ombudsman criticises lack of enforcement of planning laws

The Ombudsman, Ms Emily O'Reilly, has attacked local authorities for failing to use their powers to enforce planning laws. Speaking at the launch of her first annual report, Ms O'Reilly said that planning matters continue to be the major issue of concern for the general public, accounting for 27 per cent of complaints to her office regarding local authorities. She said the principal complaint related to failure to issue warnings or bring enforcement proceedings against illegal developments, despite the fact that councils now have significant powers - introduced two years ago - to ensure their enforcement orders are complied with.

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