Irish Revenue has released eBrief No. 031/25 on 4 February 2025, providing updated guidance on the Residential Zoned Land Tax (RZLT).
The Residential Zoned Land Tax (“RZLT”) was introduced by section 80 of the Finance Act 2021 and is contained in Part 22A of the Taxes Consolidation Act 1997 (TCA 1997). It is an annual tax which is calculated at 3% of the market value of land within its scope and is charged on 1 February each year beginning in 2025.
Tax and Duty Manual Part 22A-01-01 – Guidance on the Residential Zoned Land Tax has been updated throughout and reflects amendments included in recent Finance Acts, including to the following sections:
- Section 2: What land does RZLT apply to?
- Section 4: Administration
- Section 6: Exemptions, deferrals and abatements
- Section 10: Other Issues