The Chair of An Bord Pleanála, David Walsh, is retiring early on personal and family grounds.
Minister for Local Government, Darragh O'Brien has noted the decision and thanked him for his service, which spanned some 27 years between the Board and the Civil Service.
The Minister says he will now move swiftly to initiate the process of appointing a new Chair and Deputy Chair.
In a statement, he says critical reforms are required to strengthen the Board's systems and processes, and restore public confidence.
