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Schools Building Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 July 2020

Thursday, 30 July 2020

Questions (712)

Darren O'Rourke

Question:

712. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Education and Skills when building works for a new school building at a school (details supplied) will commence; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [20734/20]

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Written answers

The major building project for the school referred to by the Deputy is at an advanced stage of architectural planning, Stage 2(b) - Detailed Design which includes the application for statutory approvals and the preparation of tender documents.  All statutory approvals have been secured.

The Design Team is currently working on the completion of the Stage 2(b) report which will be submitted through the Board of Management to the Department for review. 

In finalising the tender documentation the Design Team is completing work to ensure the building will be a Near Zero Energy Building (NZEB) in compliance with the 2017 amendment to Part L (Conservation of Fuel and Energy) of the current Building Regulations.  The Department has been providing advice and guidance to the Design Team to assist in this.  As soon as the design is NZEB compliant the Design Team will complete and submit the Stage 2(b) report.

Upon receipt and review of the Stage 2(b) report the Department will revert to the Board of Management with regard to the further progression of the project.

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