Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 8 September 2022
946. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Education if she will provide an update on the new building for a school (details supplied); when she expects planning permission to be applied for; when the school will open; and if she will make a statement on the matter. [43610/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe major building project for the school referred to by the Deputy is currently completing Stage 2(b) of Architectural Planning – Detailed Design, which involves the production of a complex and detailed set of tender documents and an accurate pre-tender cost check by the Design Team, in accordance with my Department's Technical Guidance Documents, Building Regulations and Public Works Procurement procedures.
The Design Team recently received the final grant of permission from Dublin City Council in relation to Planning Permission for the revised Right of Way.
Officials from my Department are in constant contact with the school’s Design Team and their current revised estimated date for submission of Stage 2(b) to my Department is mid-September 2022.
Upon receipt, review and approval of the Stage 2(b) submission, the school and its design team will be advised regarding of progression of the project to Stage 3 - Tender Action.
