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Tuesday, 14 Jul 2020

Written Answers Nos. 407-432

Local Authority Funding

Questions (407, 415)

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

407. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the steps he plans to take to make up the funding shortfall in 2021 in the equalisation fund to both Galway County Council and Galway City Council as outlined in the expert report on the amalgamation of both councils which highlighted the urgent need to deal with this matter before a restructuring of the councils took place; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15175/20]

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Seán Canney

Question:

415. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government when the €1 million in additional Local Government Fund allocations will be provided to Galway County Council; if the Local Government Fund matrix will be adjusted to increase funding to local authorities whose funding is below the average; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15403/20]

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Written answers

I propose to take Questions Nos. 407 and 415 together.

The Programme for Government – Our Shared Future commits to reforming and re-imagining our public life. This mission sets out a number of commitments that relate to local authority funding, including setting out how commercial rates will be treated for the remainder of 2020, as a priority action. The Programme also commits to bringing forward legislation for the Local Property Tax on the basis of fairness and that most homeowners will face no increase. The programme states that those counties with a lower LPT base will be adjusted via an annual national equalisation fund paid from the Exchequer, as is currently the case.

Notwithstanding that, all local authorities are experiencing financial challenges as a result of Covid-19. In order to support the local government sector generally, my Department continues to keep local authority income, expenditure and cash flow generally under review and will continue to work with all local authorities on both collective and individual issues that arise, including Galway County Council.

Tenant Purchase Scheme

Questions (408, 445)

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

408. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government when the review of the tenant purchase (incremental) scheme 2016 was completed; when he plans to publish the review; when he plans to make changes to the scheme; the reason for the delay in doing so; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15176/20]

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Denis Naughten

Question:

445. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government his plans to review the tenant incremental purchase scheme to allow those who were tenants of Part V houses prior to the introduction of the regulations to proceed with the purchase of their homes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15938/20]

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Written answers

I propose to take Questions Nos. 408 and 445 together.

The Tenant (Incremental) Purchase Scheme came into operation on 1 January 2016. The Scheme is open to eligible tenants, including joint tenants, of local authority houses that are available for sale under the Scheme. To be eligible, tenants must meet certain criteria, including having a minimum reckonable income of €15,000 per annum and having been in receipt of social housing support for at least one year.

The provisions of Part V of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, are designed to enable the development of mixed tenure sustainable communities. Part V homes are excluded from the Tenant (Incremental) Purchase Scheme 2016 to ensure that homes delivered under this mechanism will remain available for people in need of social housing support and that the original policy goals of the legislation are not eroded over time. The continued development of mixed tenure communities remains very important in promoting social integration.

Local authorities may also, within the provisions of the Regulations, exclude certain houses which, in the opinion of the authority, should not be sold for reasons such as proper stock or estate management. It is a matter for each individual local authority to administer the Scheme in its operational area in line with the over-arching provisions of the governing legislation for the scheme, and in a manner appropriate to its housing requirements.

In line with the commitment given in Rebuilding Ireland, a review of the first 12 months of the Scheme’s operation was undertaken. The review incorporated analysis of comprehensive data received from local authorities regarding the operation of the scheme during 2016 and a wide-ranging public consultation process which took place in 2017 and saw submissions received from individuals, elected representatives and organisations.

The Programme for Government commits to maintaining the right of social housing tenants to purchase their own home with some changes to eligibility. The review and the commitments in the Programme for Government are being examined as part of the work on the broader social housing reform agenda. The position of those who were tenants in Part V units prior to the introduction of the regulations is a matter for consideration.

The review of the Scheme is part of a significant body of work undertaken in my Department in relation to the broader social housing reform agenda. I would hope to be in a position to publish the review and finalise changes to the Scheme once the work on these reform measures is complete.

Housing Assistance Payment

Questions (409)

John Brady

Question:

409. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the frequency of use of the discretionary top-up for HAP payments in 2019 in County Wicklow by municipal district; the average percentage of this top-up per municipal district; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15229/20]

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Written answers

Local authorities have discretion, on a case by case basis, based on the local rental market conditions, to exceed the maximum HAP rent limit by up to 20%. In the Dublin region for those households either in, or at immediate risk of, homelessness, the local authorities can exceed the limit by up to 50%.

As at Q4 2019 approximately 42.7% of the total number of households supported by HAP were benefiting from the additional flexibility. If the additional discretion available to homeless households in the Dublin Region is removed, then 36% of households nationally were benefiting from the additional flexibility. In those cases, the average rate of discretionary payment was 16.6% above HAP rent limits.

A breakdown of the number of HAP tenancies in 2019, and the average top-up percentage paid, for the municipal areas requested, is set out in the following table:

Municipal Area

No. of tenancies that received top-up

Average Discretion Rate

Arklow

80

17%

Baltinglass

19

19%

Bray

38

17%

Greystones

34

18%

Wicklow

52

18%

Homeless Persons Data

Questions (410)

John Brady

Question:

410. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the number of single persons and family units, respectively, in Bray, County Wicklow who presented as homeless to the local authority in 2019 and to date in 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15230/20]

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Written answers

My Department does not hold the specific details requested by the Deputy. My Department publishes a detailed monthly report on homelessness, based on data provided by housing authorities. The Report outlines details of individuals utilising State-funded emergency accommodation arrangements that are overseen by housing authorities. The Reports are available on my Department's website at the following link: http://www.housing.gov.ie/housing/homelessness/other/homelessness-data.

Social and Affordable Housing

Questions (411)

John Brady

Question:

411. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the number of persons on the social housing list in Bray, County Wicklow; the number on the list in Bray, County Wicklow for over 12 years; the number of children awaiting housing on the list in Bray, County Wicklow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15231/20]

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Written answers

Details on the number of households qualified for social housing support in each local authority area are set out in the statutory Summary of Social Housing Assessments (SSHA). The most recent summary, conducted in June 2019, shows that 68,693 households were assessed as qualified for and being in need of social housing support. This represents a decrease of 3,165 households or 4.4% on the last assessment in June 2018. Indeed, since 2016, the numbers have decreased from 91,600 to 68,693, a reduction of 25%.

Below is the link to the summary report for 2019 which includes breakdowns by each local authority, including Wicklow across a range of categories. SSHA data is collected and collated at local authority level and therefore a breakdown of the numbers by electoral area cannot be provided. Details on the length of time spent on the record of qualified households (waiting lists) can be found at tables 2.8 and A1.8 of the report.

Tables 2.4 and A1.4 provide details on household size, including a breakdown of the household composition, which provides a granular level of detail regarding the number of persons in each household type, including children.

Report 2019

https://www.housing.gov.ie/sites/default/files/publications/files/sha_summary_2019_dec_2019_web_1.pdf.

It should be noted that the SSHA is a point in time exercise and does not necessarily reflect the dynamic nature of entry to and exit from the list.

Question No. 412 answered with Question No. 385.

Water and Sewerage Schemes

Questions (413)

Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

413. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government his views on the latest EPA report detailing problems with 50 wastewater treatment plants nationwide; the reason completion dates for the upgrade of wastewater treatment plans in breach of the urban wastewater treatment directive have been moved from 2021 to 2024; the way in which this will affect the ongoing European Commission enforcement proceedings against Ireland for breaches of the directive; and the capital budget for wastewater treatment plant upgrades in each of the years 2014 to 2024, in tabular form. [15373/20]

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Written answers

I understand that the question relates to drinking water treatment supplies.

Ensuring provision of safe drinking water is a priority for me and for the Government.

The Environmental Protection Agency’s recently published report, “Drinking Water Quality in Public Supplies 2019”, shows that our water supplies are safe. Over 99% of water samples comply with safety limits. There has also been a further reduction in the number of supplies on the EPA’s remedial action list.

However, it is clear that significant challenges remain in delivering the programme of work that Irish Water has been tasked to deliver. The new Programme for Government sets out clear and ambitious commitments, including funding Irish Water’s capital investment plans of €8.5 billion under the National Development Plan. 

I recognise the demanding work that Irish Water, along with its local authority partners, is undertaking to address those issues identified in the EPA report and I have arranged a meeting with the management of Irish Water this week to discuss the report and the delivery of the goals contained in the Programme for Government.

In relation to the European Commission’s ‘Reasoned Opinion’, my Department remains in contact with the EU Commission in respect of this case and the delivery of the ongoing reform of water services in Ireland.

Since 1 January 2014, Irish Water has statutory responsibility for all aspects of water services planning, delivery and operation at national, regional and local levels. The Irish Water Strategic Funding Plan 2019-2024 sets out Irish Water’s multi-annual strategic business planning funding requirement of €11bn to 2024, comprised of a €6.1bn investment in infrastructure and assets, including €1.1bn for water quality, and €4.9bn in operating costs.

Further detail in relation to the breakdown of Irish Water's capital investment should be sought from Irish Water. It may be helpful to note that Irish Water has established a dedicated team to deal with representations and queries from public representatives. The team can be contacted via email at Oireachtasmembers@water.ie or by telephone on a dedicated number, 1890 578 578.

Water and Sewerage Schemes

Questions (414)

Seán Canney

Question:

414. Deputy Seán Canney asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government his plans for the provision of funding for the construction of municipal wastewater treatment plants in Craughwell, Corofin and Abbeyknockmoy, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15394/20]

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Written answers

Craughwell, Corofin and Abbeyknockmoy are three un-sewered villages in County Galway.

In February 2019 my Department announced the Multi-Annual Rural Water Programme 2019-2020 (MARWP 2019-2021), the composition of this programme is based on recommendations from the Working Group established in April 2018 to conduct a review of rural water services. There is a two-strand approach to the considerations of the Working Group. Strand 1 considered the composition and distribution of funding for the MARWP 2019-2021, while Strand 2 is considering the long-term future resourcing of the rural water sector. The wastewater infrastructure needs of rural villages is an issue that the Working Group is to examine further.

Since 1 January 2014, Irish Water has statutory responsibility for all aspects of public water services planning, delivery and operation at national, regional and local levels. Irish Water brought forward proposals for a Small Towns & Villages Growth Programme, as part of its Capital Investment Plan 2020-2024 submitted to the Commission for Regulation of Utilities, which will support a number of the National Policy Objectives and National Strategic Outcomes under the National Planning Framework. The Small Towns & Villages Growth Programme is intended to provide water and wastewater growth capacity in smaller settlements which would not otherwise be provided for in its Investment Plan to 2024. Irish Water will work with local authorities across the country in ensuring the investment is made where it is needed most, aligned to core strategies. I understand that Irish Water is currently advancing its proposals on this programme.

In addition to the support the plan gives to sewered locations in urban and rural Ireland, Irish Water is also prepared to support local authorities who wish to seek funding for un-sewered villages through the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund of the National Development Plan.

In July 2019, my Department launched the multi-annual Developer-Provided Water Services Infrastructure Resolution Programme 2019-2021. Bids were sought from local authorities with Developer-Provided Water Services Infrastructure in residential estates in their areas to apply for funding. It is noted Galway County Council included estates in the three villages in the question in its application. An Expert Panel, which includes Departmental, stakeholder and independent representation, has been appointed to examine the bids against the criteria set out in the scheme. I expect that the Expert Panel will make recommendations to me shortly on the suitability of projects for funding under the programme and an announcement on approvals and allocations will be made once that process is concluded in the coming weeks.

Question No. 415 answered with Question No. 407.
Question No. 416 answered with Question No. 403.

Rental Sector

Questions (417)

Alan Kelly

Question:

417. Deputy Alan Kelly asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if a progress report will be provided on the cost rental project at Enniskerry Road, County Wicklow; the estimated rental cost of each on-site unit; the status of the roll out of further cost rental projects nationwide; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15531/20]

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Written answers

As confirmed in the Programme for Government 'Our Shared Future', this Government is committed to the introduction of Cost Rental housing in Ireland.

Ireland's first Cost Rental development is currently under construction at Enniskerry Road, Stepaside, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown. The project is being undertaken by two Approved Housing Bodies, Tuath and Respond, with the assistance of DLR County Council. The mixed-tenure development comprises 50 Cost Rental homes alongside 105 social housing homes. Delivery of the Cost Rental homes is being supported by zero-cost land supplied by the Housing Agency, an infrastructure grant from my Department's Serviced Site Fund, and debt financing from the Housing Finance Agency. Construction began in July 2019 with delivery scheduled for Q3 2021, pre-Covid.

A second pilot project, sponsored by my Department is under development for a site at Emmet Road, Inchicore (the former St Michael’s Estate). The project is being led by Dublin City Council. The proposal is for DCC to construct 375 Cost Rental units alongside 109 social housing units. A Development Framework Plan has been completed and DCC has recently appointed an architect-led integrated design team to progress the project through the planning and construction phases.

Another proposed Cost Rental development, at Shanganagh Castle, Shankill, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, where DLR County Council is working in partnership with the Land Development Agency to develop the Council-owned site. On Monday, 13th July, planning permission was confirmed for 597 homes on the site which it is intended will comprise 35% social homes, 15% affordable purchase homes and 51% cost rental homes. While the final cost of rents will vary according to the ultimate cost of provision of the homes, the LDA and DLR County Council are targeting rents which will achieve a significant discount on market rents in the area.

In addition to the project at Shanganagh, the Land Development Agency is examining the potential to deliver Cost Rental homes at scale from its initial portfolio of sites and the broader State land bank. This includes sites such as the former Central Mental Hospital in Dundrum

Question No. 418 answered with Question No. 403.

Water and Sewerage Schemes

Questions (419, 420, 421, 422, 423, 424)

Michael McNamara

Question:

419. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if a Covid-19 risk assessment has been carried out for wastewater treatment plants and for outdoor workers who clean blocked sewers. [15581/20]

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Michael McNamara

Question:

420. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if PPE has been deemed necessary for and provided to workers who clean blocked sewers. [15582/20]

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Michael McNamara

Question:

421. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if special training has been afforded to workers who clean blocked sewers in order to minimise their exposure to Covid-19. [15583/20]

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Michael McNamara

Question:

422. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if Irish Water and the local authorities have carried out temperature testing for those who work at wastewater treatment plants. [15584/20]

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Michael McNamara

Question:

423. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if the different stages of wastewater treatment have been assessed for risk. [15585/20]

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Michael McNamara

Question:

424. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if there is an airborne risk to staff in wastewater treatment plants. [15586/20]

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Written answers

I propose to take Questions Nos. 419 to 424, inclusive, together.

Since 1 January 2014, Irish Water has statutory responsibility for all aspects of water services planning, delivery and operation at national, regional and local levels.

The Return to Work Safely Protocol sets out in very clear terms, the steps that must be taken for the protection of employees while any workplace is in operation. This protocol is the result of a collaborative effort by the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), the Health Services Executive (HSE) and the Department of Health and the Department of Business, Enterprise and Innovation, and is designed to support employers and workers when putting measures in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the workplace.

Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007, for which my colleague the Minister for Business, Enterprise and Innovation is responsible, it is the legal duty of employers to ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the safety, health and welfare at work of all of his or her employees.

The safety of Irish Water’s customers and employees is of utmost importance and my Department has been in constant contact with officials in Irish Water throughout this emergency and are assured that all safety protocols are being adhered to. In addition, Irish Water is in contact with water and waste water utility companies across Europe to exchange international experience and information on responding to the operational and other risks associated with COVID-19.

The role of the Health and Safety Authority is to ensure compliance with the Return to Work Safely Protocol. If an employee feels the workplace is not in compliance with this protocol which includes social distancing guidelines, they can raise their concerns with the HSA and they will address the concerns with their employer.

Urban Regeneration and Development Fund

Questions (425)

David Cullinane

Question:

425. Deputy David Cullinane asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the funding allocated from the urban regeneration and development fund for the North Quays project, Waterford; when further funding will be announced; the amount of funding expected to be allocated; if this involves funding to move the train station onto the North Quays; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15606/20]

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The Urban Regeneration and Development Fund (URDF) is a flagship element of Project Ireland 2040. Under the stewardship of the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, the Fund was established to support more compact and sustainable development, through the regeneration and rejuvenation of Ireland’s five cities and other large towns, in line with the objectives of the National Planning Framework and National Development Plan (NDP). This is to enable a greater proportion of residential and mixed-use development to be delivered within the existing built-up footprints of our cities and towns and to ensure that more parts of our urban areas can become attractive and vibrant places in which people choose to live and work, as well as to invest and to visit.

There is an Exchequer commitment of €550 million for the Fund to support approved URDF-supported projects and other similar projects up to the end of 2022. The URDF has an allocation of €2 billion in the NDP to 2027 and €130 million is available in 2020.

As part of the first call for proposals under the URDF Waterford City and County Council submitted a bid for Exchequer grant funding in respect of a major multifaceted project for the North Quays, Waterford, an area designated a Strategic Development Zone.

It is intended that the largely transport focussed infrastructural works involved will open up the North Quays site, make it more accessible, and ultimately support the achievement of the broader objectives of the SDZ planning scheme.

On 26 November 2018, the then Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government announced initial URDF support of €100m for a total of 88 projects across the country, including €6m of initial support for the Waterford North Quays Project. Furthermore, in June 2019, URDF support of €30m was ring-fenced in respect of the advancement of the overall North Quays Project, pending further clarification of the project detail.

This is a very complex and high value project in a strategic development zone, and so it is critical that careful consideration is given to its planning and development, and also in order to establish the correct combination of supports required to facilitate its successful advancement and completion. At this stage, the project composition, costs, sequencing, and requisite supports must be further clarified so that the appropriate level of ‘whole project’ URDF support can be established.

While the advancement of the North Quays Project is, in the first instance, a matter for Waterford City and County Council, my Department is continuing to engage with the local authority to assist further progress on the development of this important project.

Planning Issues

Questions (426)

Éamon Ó Cuív

Question:

426. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government his plans to introduce new legislation to provide for leave to apply for substitute consent in line with the environmental impact assessment, EIA, directive in view of a recent Supreme Court decision on planning; when it is intended to do so; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15655/20]

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Written answers

I am aware of the recent Supreme Court judgment to which the Question refers, concerning the leave to apply for substitute consent system under the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended and its compatibility with the EIA Directive.

The judgment and its implications are currently being examined by my Department and any measures necessary to address the findings of the judgment will be brought forward in due course.

Social and Affordable Housing

Questions (427)

Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

427. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the most recent average construction and all-in development costs for one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom social houses and one-, two- and three-bedroom social apartments delivered under the SHIP programme, in tabular form. [15735/20]

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My Department provides Unit Cost Ceilings (UCCs) to each local authority as a key benchmark for the development and costing of new build social housing. The tables below outline the current of UCC values for houses and apartments across all local authority areas.

HOUSES

-

1 bed

2 bed (1 storey)

2 bed (2 storey)

3 bed

4 bed

Construction

€129k -€240k

€138k -€251k

€147k -€261k

€157k -€273k

€171k -€291k

All-in-Cost

€167k -€310k

€178k -€324k

€187k -€336k

€199k -€349k

€215k -

€370k

APARTMENTS

-

1 bed

2 bed

3 bed

Construction

€145k -€268k

€158k -€287k

€177k -€314k

All-in-Cost

€187k -€346k

€204k -€371k

€225k -€403k

The above figures are based on returned data from tendered social housing schemes over an extended period and are updated based on published tender index information as required. Construction cost as shown, is reflective of building costs (including VAT) and also includes normal site works and site development. ‘All-in Cost’ includes cost of construction, land cost, professional fees, utility connections, site investigations/surveys, VAT and contribution to public art. Abnormal costs are excluded from these figures.

Social and Affordable Housing

Questions (428, 429, 430)

Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

428. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the average cost of acquiring one-, two-, three- and four-bedroom social houses and one-, two- and three-bedroom social apartments under Part V in 2019, in tabular form. [15736/20]

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Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

429. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the average cost per unit of the 1,119 social housing turnkey units that were delivered in 2019. [15737/20]

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Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

430. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the average cost of delivering a turnkey unit for social housing by approved housing bodies in 2019. [15738/20]

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Written answers

I propose to take Questions Nos. 428 to 430, inclusive, together.

I refer to the reply to Question No. 284 of 7 July which sets out the position in this matter.

Social and Affordable Housing

Questions (431)

Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

431. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the average cost of acquiring a unit by local authorities for social housing in 2019. [15739/20]

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Written answers

Under my Department's Social Housing Investment Programme, funding is available to all local authorities to deliver additional social housing stock through the acquisition of new and previously owned houses/apartments for social housing use.

Activity in this regard is largely delegated to local authorities so they can respond flexibly to all opportunities to provide new social housing. The table below sets out details of the average costs, including estimated costs of refurbishment, for the acquisitions delivered in 2019 by each local authority. Costs are shown as estimated in certain cases pending receipt of final claims from local authorities. 

Local Authority

Average Cost

Carlow

€189,740

Cavan

€157,270

Clare

€197,800

Cork City

€252,130

Cork County

€238,900

DLR

€370,730

Donegal

€151,430

Dublin City

€297,380

Fingal

€306,340

Galway City

€247,480

Galway County

€187,630

Kerry

€177,520

Kildare

€240,720

Kilkenny

€188,300

Laois

€157,640

Leitrim

€153,500

Limerick

€220,630

Longford

€142,780

Louth

€176,950

Mayo

€151,600

Meath

€257,320

Monaghan

€200,550

Offaly

€201,850

Roscommon

€149,940

Sligo

€137,540

South Dublin

€266,940

Tipperary

€164,990

Waterford

€140,300

Westmeath

€201,080

Wexford

€158,890

Wicklow

€295,080

The Programme for Government commits to delivering 50,000 new social homes over the coming five-year period, with a strong and increasing emphasis on new build supply.

Social and Affordable Housing

Questions (432)

Eoin Ó Broin

Question:

432. Deputy Eoin Ó Broin asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government the average cost of acquiring a unit for social housing use through the buy-and-renew scheme. [15740/20]

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Written answers

Local authorities delivered over 550 new social homes under the Buy and Renew Scheme to date. The table below sets out details of the average cost of the Scheme, including estimated costs of refurbishment, for each local authority. Costs are shown as estimated in certain cases pending receipt of final claims from local authorities. Nationally, the average cost of the purchase element is c€145,000 increasing to c€193,000 including refurbishment.

LA

Average Cost

Carlow

€165,180

Cavan

€174,070

Clare

€189,790

Cork City

€253,840

Cork County

€222,900

DLR

€338,460

Donegal

€175,850

Dublin City

€239,900

Fingal

€326,880

Kerry

€156,040

Kildare

€243,240

Kilkenny

€190,620

Laois

€143,540

Leitrim

€127,060

Limerick

€209,670

Longford

€107,810

Louth

€158,610

Mayo

€254,510

Meath

€214,310

Monaghan

€150,050

Offaly

€127,650

Roscommon

€106,380

Sligo

€215,410

Tipperary

€142,650

Waterford

€90,000

Westmeath

€103,730

Wexford

€128,970

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