Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 14 June 2022
525. Deputy Paul Kehoe asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage if there are regulations in relation to the level of insurance cover on a property rented to a local authority through the rental accommodation scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [30187/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS) involves a three way contractual relationship between landlord, tenant and the local authority with each party having their own responsibilities.
Accommodation provided under RAS is governed by the terms of the Residential Tenancies Acts (RTA) 2004 to 2021, as amended.
Section 12(1)(c) of the RTA sets out in legislation the requirements for a landlord to maintain a policy of insurance on the property. Please find the relevant legislation at the following link www.irishstatutebook.ie/eli/2004/act/27/section/12/enacted/en/html
A tenant may also decide to insure items that they bring into the building against loss or theft, but there is no requirement to do so.
