Responsibility for transport in Northern Ireland falls under the auspices of the devolved Northern Ireland Assembly. Plans and priorities for the Assembly are set out in the Programme for Government, with departmental activity outlined in the Department for Regional Development’s proposed Regional Transportation Strategy. This identifies the transportation priorities and associated funding issues for the next decade.

Whilst Home Zones are not explicitly promoted, there are policies applicable to Northern Ireland that can be related to the Home Zone concept. These policies look to develop a balanced transport strategy, improve the quality of life for people through reducing traffic, associated noise and air pollution and improving access and safety for pedestrians and cyclists.

No legal framework currently exists for introducing formal Home Zones in Northern Ireland.