The article reveals that one in five properties on the council's Derelict Sites Register is owned by the council itself. The council faces increasing challenges with unpaid derelict site levies, which have surged from €3.45 million to €10.11 million since 2020. The register has expanded by 75% over four years, yet most properties have been slow to exit it. Local authorities are mandated to inspect and maintain the register, but the effectiveness of this program is called into question as many properties remain neglected and unresolved.
The council's derelict sites register swelled by 75% over the last four years, highlighting the ongoing issue of dilapidated properties in the area.
Unpaid derelict site levies have nearly tripled, reaching €10.11 million, with the council facing persistent challenges in securing payments from property owners.
Despite a significant number of properties on the register, only a small fraction are being removed, indicating a concerning trend in property maintenance and management.
DCC maintains 772 active files for derelict sites, with an ongoing inspection process aiming to address neglected properties affecting local communities.
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