Housing Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 10 May 2023

Wednesday, 10 May 2023

Questions (116)

Brendan Howlin

Question:

116. Deputy Brendan Howlin asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if the 16 AHB housing units under an association (details supplied) in July 2015 have finished construction; if so, their completion date; the final number of units delivered; the total cost of the project; if the development was officially opened by a Minister; if so, when that happened; if not, the reason for the project not proceeding; the current status of the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22073/23]

Written answers

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage

Following my Department providing initial approval in principle for this project in July 2015, I understand from Wexford County Council that it was unable to proceed at that time as it could not obtain a discharge license to cover the site due to issues with waste water in the area.  I further understand that the Council and AHB are now hopeful these issues are being addressed and they will look to re-commence the project.

I am happy to continue my Department's funding support for the project on the basis that the previous issues can be overcome and the development can move forward as soon as possible.

Further information on the project should be available directly from Wexford County Council.