Bernard Durkan
Question:1213. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Social Protection the correct level of rent support available to a person (details supplied); and if she will make a statement on the matter. [34448/17]
View answerThursday, 13 July 2017
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According to the records of the Department, the person concerned is in receipt of the correct level of Rent Supplement for a person of her circumstances and family composition.
The Deputy will be aware that Dublin as has been designated as a Rental Pressure Zone (RPZ). Under the Planning and Development (Housing) and Residential Tenancies Act 2016, rents are only permitted to be increased according to a prescribed formula by a maximum of 4% annually. Should the client have any queries, they are advised to contact the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) for further details.
I hope this clarifies the matter for the Deputy.