COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, May 25, 2020

QUESTION NO. 11

QUESTION: Councillor D. Richardson

"Can the Chief Executive make a statement on new hub on Airton Road Tallaght that was granted planning permission?"

REPLY:

South Dublin County Council continues to deal with unprecedented demand for emergency accommodation across the county and are  committed to providing suitable accommodation to families with children who require homeless services.

Family hubs are an important first response for families who become homeless and who have no alternative accommodation other than commercial hotels. Family hubs are not the long term housing solution, however they afford families the opportunity to engage with keyworkers and get support in securing rental properties, through HAP, while providing amenities such as decidated study rooms for children, play areas, laundry and cooking facilities, etc.

No decision has been made as to the viability of the construction of a family hub on Airton Road, despite planning permission being granted for a change of use to the premises.