Valuation Office

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 23 September 2021

Thursday, 23 September 2021

Questions (239)

Michael McNamara

Question:

239. Deputy Michael McNamara asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the reason the Valuation Office telephone helpline is currently closed; when the office will reopen; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45862/21]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage

The Commissioner of Valuation is independent in the exercise of his functions under the Valuation Acts 2001-2020.

I am advised by the Commissioner that the Valuation Office telephone helpline is open. Its Public Office is open to members of the public on an appointment only basis. Further information is available directly from the Valuation Office, if required.

Arrangements have been put in place by all bodies under the aegis of my Department to facilitate the provision of information directly to members of the Oireachtas. The contact email address for the Valuation Office is [e-mail].