Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 5 May 2022
153. Deputy John Lahart asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if he will account for the pausing of construction on a social housing project at an area (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22373/22]
View answerI am assuming that the project in question is the 16 unit scheme at Homeville, Knocklyon.
Construction on this project commenced on site in November 2020 but was subsequently halted due to Covid restrictions.
Construction resumed upon the lifting of Covid restrictions but work ceased in December 2021.
The Employers Representative engaged with the contractor to agree a revised programme which would lead to completion of the project.
I understand that in April 2022, the contractor provided an undertaking to the Council to re-commence works on site following the May bank holiday. This undertaking was based on a revised programme commencing with remedial works to be carried out on site.
I understand that to date the contractor has not recommenced on site and I understand that South Dublin County Council is now determining its options and next steps under the terms of GCCC contract.
