Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 6 April 2016
756. Deputy Jackie Cahill asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government if he has corresponded with Tipperary County Council in respect of the purchase of a property (details supplied) in County Tipperary; if a copy of all correspondence will be made available; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5666/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department has received no proposal for funding from Tipperary County Council In relation to the property referred to. As the provision of social housing services is a matter for each local authority, in its capacity as the housing authority for its area, the authorities identify their areas’ social housing needs and respond as required. This includes delegated sanction from my Department to acquire suitable properties for social housing.
Accordingly, it is a matter for Tipperary County Council to determine if the acquisition of a particular property is suitable for the social housing need in their area.
