Planning Issues

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 15 June 2021

Tuesday, 15 June 2021

Questions (417)

Aengus Ó Snodaigh

Question:

417. Deputy Aengus Ó Snodaigh asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if a company (details supplied) has sought and been given a letter of consent from the State in relation to the inclusion of buildings and lands belonging to the State in O’Connell Street including the O’Connell Street Garda station and the An Gúm building in the planning application by the company; the terms agreed or sought by the State from the private developer; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30495/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

The Commissioners of Public Works, on behalf of the State, manage a large and diverse property portfolio of over 2,500 properties, including the former O'Connell Street Garda Station and the property once occupied by An Gúm.

Officials in my Department have informed me that they are aware of the planning application referred to by the Deputy and that a letter of consent has been requested. The matter is under consideration by the OPW in consultation with other State interests.