Conveyancing delays prompt plans for new property transaction legislation
Monday 5 October 2026
New legislation is being planned to address conveyancing delays that have left thousands of homebuyers waiting up to six months to complete property purchases.
New legislation is planned to tackle conveyancing delays that are leaving thousands of homebuyers facing legal waits of up to six months.
According to a report by the Irish Independent, persistent delays across the property conveyancing process have resulted in thousands of purchasers being held in legal limbo for half a year during transactions.
In response to the backlog, proposals are being brought forward to introduce new statutory measures addressing the conveyancing system. The initial report did not detail specific statutory provisions, publication dates, or the sponsoring department.