Orla Hegarty
Architect and Assistant Professor at the UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy, offering expertise on planning, refurbishment and housing policy.
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Dec 8, 2025 • 22min
Call for the removal of a set of modular homes in Brittas
Mary Carolan, Legal Affairs Correspondent at the Irish Times, teams up with Orla Hegarty, Architect and UCD Assistant Professor, to tackle the controversial case of modular homes in Brittas. They discuss the developer's claim of exemption from planning permission amidst local residents' objections. Key concerns include drainage, foundation integrity, and broader implications for planning policy. Hegarty emphasizes the risks of setting precedents in housing planning and how governance failures impact affordability and standards.
Oct 30, 2025 • 24min
Government tries to entice builders home
Peter Flynn, known as Pete the Builder, shares insights on why builders prefer working abroad, citing respect and lifestyle as significant factors. Orla Hegarty, an architect at UCD, delves into the pitfalls of procurement practices that stifle small businesses and inflate housing costs. Sean Downey discusses the skills gap in the construction sector and emphasizes the need for clear job pathways to attract returning emigrants. Together, they explore the government's efforts to entice builders back to Ireland and the serious challenges that lie ahead.
