Limerick City and County Council derelict properties unit has brought 326 properties back into use since 2019 (irishtimes.com)

• Limerick Council's derelict properties unit, set up in 2017, has 412 properties on its register and brought 326 back into use by 2024.
• The council carried out 8,000 inspections, served 2,800 notices, and plans to compulsorily acquire 300 properties.
• Vacant property refurbishment grant (Croí Cónaithe) received 500 applications, 350 approved.
• Department of Housing pilot project provides €2.5 million for 12 towns; council adds €800,000.

"Limerick City and County Council's dedicated derelict properties unit, established in 2017, has brought 326 properties back into use between 2019 and 2024. The council has 412 properties on its derelict sites register, carried out almost 8,000 inspections, served more than 2,800 notices, and is planning to compulsorily acquire 300 properties. The vacant property refurbishment grant (Croí Cónaithe) has seen 500 applications with 350 approved. A pilot project with €2.5 million from the Department of Housing targets dereliction in 12 towns and villages."