Dilapidation Bill - Informal Consultation

The Dilapidation Bill was formally introduced by the Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs on Tuesday 23 June 2025. The Bill completed its Second Stage on Tuesday 1 July 2025 and was referred to the Committee for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs for scrutiny (the Committee Stage of the Bill).

The purpose of the Bill is to confer functions on district councils in connection with the dilapidation of buildings and other land.

Further information on the Bill can be found below:

• Read the Bill as Introduced
• Read the Bill's Explanatory and Financial Memorandum

An Explanatory and Financial Memorandum (EFM) is a document that accompanies a bill. It provides a detailed explanation of the bill's purpose, background, policy objectives, and its potential financial, human rights, and other impacts.