I propose to take Questions Nos. 603 and 604 together.
The issue of housing affordability has been examined, as part of the Review of Rebuilding Ireland, in consultation with Dublin City Council, other local authorities and relevant stakeholders. The review is now largely complete and I expect to be in a position to announce details of the outcome in the coming weeks.
With regard to the Poolbeg Strategic Development Zone specifically, it is intended that, of the 3,500 new homes permissible on the site under its Planning Scheme, 900 will be delivered as social and affordable units. Of the 900 units referred to, 350 (10%) will be delivered as social housing in accordance with the provisions of Part V of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended.
It is also intended that a commercial agreement, with confirmed funding, will be entered into prior to commencement of development, between Dublin City Council, my Department and the owners/developers of the residential element of the overall SDZ area, for a further 550 new homes, the majority of which could be either for affordable rental or affordable purchase, with the balance of the 550 provided as social housing with a particular focus on housing for older people.
The specific arrangements will be confirmed when the commercial agreement is finalised by Dublin City Council, taking account of affordable housing policy. The final tenure mix and other arrangements will be the subject of careful consideration by Dublin City Council, the elected members included, in due course.
