COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

MOTION NO. 10

MOTION: Councillor F. Timmons

"That this Area Committee be updated on a suitable Homeless Hostel to be constructed in the Clondalkin area within the lifetime of this Council and that the Area Committee be kept regularly updated on this dire community need."

REPORT:

South Dublin County Council is acutely aware of the need for the provision of appropriate housing and related services to meet the needs of housing applicants and homeless persons in this County. The Council has considered a number of properties which were assessed for suitability, however an acceptable property has not yet been identified. 

While suitable properties have not yet been identified in the Clondalkin area, there has been further provision provided for homeless persons across the County, which is of benefit to all those in need of emergency accommodation.

The Housing Department with its partners in the DRHE will continue in its efforts to identify accommodation in South Dublin.  If Councillors are aware of any premises in their area, which they feel could be adapted for use as homeless accommodation, they should contact management within the Housing Department who can assess its suitability.  Members will be kept informed of any proposals.