Local Authority Housing Provision

Tuesday, 18 December 2012

Questions (420)

Barry Cowen

Question:

420. Deputy Barry Cowen asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government in view of the fact that the tender prices which Cork County Council received are far less than the funding that he announced this summer for the rural cottages scheme, and further in view of the council's position that a four bed house best meets the accommodation needs of family (details supplied) in County Cork, when he will approve construction to start; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [56275/12]

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Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government

My Department recently approved funding of €178,000 for the provision, by Cork County Council, of a house for the family in question. The Department recommended construction of a 3 bedroomed dwelling, in line with current housing specifications and standards, as the supporting documentation provided by the Council did not provide a justification for a larger dwelling. On the basis that the anticipated cost would approximate with the amount approved, the Council has been advised that there will be no further increase in funding for this project.