Flood Prevention Measures

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 5 November 2013

Tuesday, 5 November 2013

Questions (661)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

661. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government notwithstanding the reply to Parliamentary Question No. 159 of 9 October 2013, and in view of the existence of a previous report which identified outstanding drainage works to be completed by the local authority, when these works are likely to be undertaken with particular reference to the elimination of flooding of an underground car park which cannot be alleviated in the absence of action by the local authority; if the totality of outstanding issues relative to the taking in charge of the estate are likely to be addressed in the near future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46009/13]

Written answers

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

My Department understands from Kildare County Council that following the completion of significant works, undertaken by the Council, the matter is now largely resolved at catchment level.  Within the development other drainage works, which are the responsibility of the developer, remain to be completed.  The Council is continuing to work with the relevant parties to ensure a permanent resolution of the remaining flooding issues within the development.

My Department understands that the Council recently met with the Deputy to outline the current position and that the Council has also undertaken to communicate further with him on the matter.