COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF TALLAGHT AREA COMMITTEE

Monday, December 19, 2022

QUESTION NO. 6

QUESTION: Councillor M. Duff

"Could the Manager make a report to this Area Committee as to what support and advice can be given to the Dominican Order, following the fire that destroyed the Old Post Office, Main Street, in the ACA, in terms of a rebuild?"

REPLY:

There are Architectural Conservation Grants currently available which were announced recently by the Minister (DHLGH) for 2023. Details and the relevant application forms are available on SDCC website (see link below) under financial supports for Protected Structures/Architectural Conservation Areas and are funded by the Department and administerd and managed on behalf of SDCC by the Architectural Conservation Officer, LUPT.

Link - Financial Support - SDCC

The Built Heritage Investment Scheme (BHIS) allows owners of structures within Architectural Conservation Areas (ACAs) to apply for financial assistance  for small works with max. grant aid of €15,000 available with 50% leveraged by applicant towards to the work. 

The Historic Structures Fund (HSF) would be applicable for larger labour intensive conservation projects; however, the rebuilding may not qualify under qualifying works.  The Councils Architectural Conservation Officer would need to assess the current condition of the building and can then advise with regard to the damage/condition and work required.  The fire of the old post office has now only been brought to the attention of the Architectural Conservation Section, LUPT. It is advised that a representative from the Dominican Order contact the Councils Architectural Conservation Officer directly to request further advice and information on possible financial supports.