Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2005
387 Mr. Lowry asked the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment the number and location of each factory unit owned by Shannon Development or IDA Ireland in County Tipperary; the number which are vacant; the length of time they have been vacant; the rental cost involved in each unit; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21021/05]
Amharc ar fhreagraShannon Development is the statutory agency with responsibility for indigenous industry in the mid-west area which includes north Tipperary. As Shannon Development owns the factory units, there is no rental cost due from the agency. Rent charged by Shannon Development to tenant companies is based on the market value for the unit, having regard to its size and location, and varies accordingly.
The total number of factories and industrial units owned by Shannon Development in north Tipperary is 85, of which 35 are vacant, 31 for three years or less and four for a longer period. A more detailed breakdown can be provided to the Deputy if requested.
|
Location |
Total No. of Units |
Vacant Units |
|
Thurles |
47 |
22 |
|
Roscrea |
9 |
5 |
|
Nenagh |
20 |
7 |
|
Sundry Locations N. Tipperary |
9 |
1 |
There are no factory units owned by IDA Ireland in County Tipperary South Riding. However, there is one building under construction in Tipperary town for the new private sector business expansion scheme. IDA Ireland will be guaranteeing the rent on this building on completion for two years provided that a tenant is not found.
