Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 September 2015
570. Deputy Finian McGrath asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the position regarding substandard affordable housing; the way such housing was able to meet the building regulations and pass the building inspection (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32923/15]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe property referred to in the Question is part of a local authority scheme of social and affordable housing units. Responsibility for the procurement of such developments and for their compliance with all statutory obligations is a matter for the relevant housing authority, in this case Fingal County Council. I note that the matters raised in the Question have already been the subject of detailed engagement between the homeowners concerned and the Council. This has already resulted in necessary repair works being undertaken and it is understood that Fingal County Council may initiate legal action on foot of the problems that arose in relation to this scheme. Given that the statutory powers in this instance rest with the Fingal County Council, in their role as Housing Authority, which is at all times independent in the use of those statutory powers, it would not be appropriate for me as Minister to intervene in the handling of any individual cases.
