I continue to raise the issue of derelict properties on Connaught street, e.g. house numbers 7, 19, 21 and 83, with Dublin City Council. As a result of my representations over the past couple of years DCC Derelict Buildings, Dangerous Buildings, Legal department and the local area office are all engaged in trying to address the issue. A number of the properties have been entered onto the Derelict sites list and DCC is also pursuing negligent owners through the courts. The Dangerous Buildings section undertook some work to secure some properties and I have requested they undertake additional action to address the further dilapidation on some properties. Mary.
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Dublin Housing Progress
Over 36,000 new homes have been built across Dublin since July 2020. This is up from 23,693 in the previous four years. The Help to Buy Scheme and First Home Scheme is helping first time buyers across Dublin get their first home. For renters, The Rent Tax Credit is helping