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The Derelict Sites Act 1990 requires Local Authorities to maintain a Register of all derelict properties in their area. A Register of Derelict Buildings is maintained by Kilrush Town Council and the Register contains details of derelict properties, location, ownership details, and valuation.
The Derelict Sites Register is available for inspection at the offices of Kilrush Town Council during normal opening times. Kilrush Town Council can carry out valuations on derelict sites and levy charges based on a percentage of the market value as well as serving Notices to carry out works. If necessary, sites can be acquired by Compulsory Purchase Order.
All reports of dereliction are investigated and where ownership can be established notice is served to carry out works, to abate the dereliction. Kilrush Town Council carry out the following functions:
- Identifying derelict or dangerous sites
- Enforcement of legislation (Derelict Sites Act 1990) - issuing and follow up of relevant notices
- Liaising with owner of properties entered on Derelict Sites Register