Disability groups have called for a review of building regulations, following a study which found that disability measures were being ignored by builders and architects. The National Disability Authority (NDA) study found that only 4 per cent of new housing developments under construction in Dublin were accessible to people with disabilities. Since 2001, all new dwellings must be accessible to people with disabilities under Part M of the Building Regulations. This covers areas such as level entrances and "dished" footpaths.
