RIAI

Lobbying Organisation RIAI

Date published 20 Jan, 2026

Relevant Matter Zoning or development

Public Policy Area Housing

Period 1 Sep, 2025 to 31 Dec, 2025

Specific Details The New Housing 3 publication showcases 100 public and private housing projects across a wide range of scales, locations, and typologies, supported by expert essays. The Department’s backing for this work is greatly valued. This publication represents a significant resource for all stakeholders involved in housing delivery in Ireland, strengthening evidence-based decision-making and supporting the advancement of high-quality, sustainable housing nationwide.

Intended results Strengthen evidence‑based housing policy by providing a comprehensive, up‑to‑date reference of 100 real projects across Ireland. Support higher design and sustainability standards through the expert essays and documented best practices. Accelerate decision‑making by offering a consolidated resource that reduces duplication of research across agencies and practitioners. Promote innovation and consistency in housing delivery by showcasing replicable models and approaches.

Name of person primarily responsible for lobbying on this activity Kathryn Meghen, CEO, Sean Mahon, President, Dr. Sandra O'Connell, RIAI Director of communications

Did any Designated Public Official(DPO) or former Designated Public Official(DPO) carry out lobbying activities on your behalf in relation to this return? You must include yourself, and answer Yes, if you are a current DPO or a DPO at any time in the past. (What is a Designated Public Official?) No

Did you manage or direct a grassroots campaign? No

Was this lobbying done on behalf of a client? No

Lobbying activity

The following activities occurred for this specific Subject Matter Area.

Event / Reception (1)

A formal book launch for New Housing 3, took place at No.8 Merrion Square December 6th at 2pm. Representatives and Ministers from the Department Housing, Local Government and Heritage were in attendance. Minister James Browne TD, gave a speech via video message.

Designated public officials lobbied

The following DPOs were lobbied during this return period on this specific Subject Matter Area. These DPOs were involved in at least one of the Lobbying Activities listed above, but not necessarily all of them. As returns are specific to a Subject Matter Area the above Lobbying Activities may be associated with multiple returns.

James Browne Minister (Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage)