Latest updates on the derelict houses on 19 and 21 Connaught Street, Phibsborough:
Update: June 2026
The Council gave notice to the owners of #19 and #21 Connaught Street on 27/11/17 that they intended to enter the site onto the Derelict Sites Register. The owners then had a period of time to make representations to the Council, and the Council decided on 23/03/18 to enter the sites onto the Derelict Sites Register.
The Council gave notice of their intention to acquire both sites on 11/10/18, and notice of making a vesting order on 26/07/19, which led to the Council acquiring the sites on 19/08/19.
The sites were each valued at €325,000 on 19/08/19. The sites were vested on 03/10/23.
Update: April 2025
Structural Temporary Works Designer assigned; Temp Works Building Contractor identified.Architectural Led Design Team simultaneously working on detailed design pack (to allow for partial demolishment & rebuild).Construction Contractor to be publicly procured via eTenders once Tender document pack complete (incl. Design drawings, ITTS, Form & Schedule, Works Specifications, Bill of Quantities, etc.) – estimated advertisement on eTenders June/July ’25
Update: March 2025
Update: November 2024
Works Contractor to be appointed Q1 2025 following public procurement procedure.
Update: April 2023
“No. 19 & 21 Connaught is currently at the design stage with plans being prepared for its refurbishment and return to use. Part 8 approval has been granted for works onsite.”
Update: September 2022
