asked the Minister for Lands if he is aware that new houses and out-offices which were in course of erection on the Hume estate at Renville, Enfield, County Meath, were left in an unfinished state for over 12 months, and that no attempt is being made to complete the building of same; if he is aware that the new tenants who were to occupy those houses when completed are asked to pay rent for same, although still in an unfinished state, and if he will state why these houses have not been completed.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Buildings on Meath Estate.
Mr. Boland
The contractor whose tender for this work was accepted found himself unable, in April last, to complete the buildings under the conditions of the contract. He has, however, recently advised the Land Commission of his ability to complete the contract, and arrangements are being made to have the work restarted in the immediate future.
The rents payable by the tenants are in respect of their entire parcels of land.