Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 May 2010
216 Deputy Seán Sherlock asked the Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government if, in respect of the improvement works scheme, there is any recourse for home owners who benefit from the scheme where works are carried out that are subsequently found to be below building regulation standards and are found to be substandard; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22128/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn the case of housing adaptations carried out with assistance provided under my Department's suite of Housing Adaptation Grants for Older People and People with a Disability, relevant building works must be carried out in accordance with the Building Regulations and, in the case of new dwellings, in accordance with Part M of the Regulations in order to ensure visitability by people with disabilities. Enforcement of the Building Regulations is the responsibility of the local authorities, acting as Building Control Authorities. In the case of improvement works falling outside of the remit of the Building Regulations, including the carrying out of repairs and the provision of fixtures and fittings, any issue relating to the standard of workmanship or materials is a matter between the householder and the contractor.
