Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 4 July 2018
185. Deputy Róisín Shortall asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform the position regarding an empty house (details supplied) in Dublin 7; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29583/18]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Commissioners of Public Works, on behalf of the State, manage a large and diverse property portfolio of over 2,500 properties. These range from office accommodation to heritage properties, visitor centres, Garda stations, among others.
In addition, there are a limited number of sundry residential dwellings that are intrinsic to the estates of parks and gardens as part of our National Historic Properties managed by the Office of Public Works. In general, these are allocated to staff in specific posts, such as Park Superintendents, Deer Keepers, etc. where there is a requirement for them to be present on the ground.
The property referred to is currently unoccupied due to its poor condition. It is hoped that as funds become available the OPW will commence refurbishment of the property, at which point a decision on its use will be considered in line with its particular location as part of the Phoenix Park estate.
