Here are the updates received by myself and my Green Party colleagues over the years in relation to the derelict homes at 8 and 10 Ferguson Road, Drumcondra.

Update: 8th April 2025

AA & EIA Surveys completed this week (W/E: 30/03/25); reports to follow next week.AA & EIA surveys are the last requirement for submission of the Part 8 Planning application.Part 8 process takes 20 weeks.Once Part 8 process compete/approved – Construction Contractor to be publicly procured via eTenders.

Update: 10th December 2024

A Technical Design Team is in place and investigations are underway to identify the root cause of settlement/subsidence. Once the root cause is established Housing will apply for Part 8 planning. Housing Maintenance have cleared the gardens from overgrowth.

Update: 3rd April 2023

“No. 8 &10 Ferguson Road is currently at the design stage and plans are being prepared for its refurbishment and return to use.”

Update: 7th February 2022

“Nos. 8 & 10 Ferguson Road. The City Council is currently reviewing proposals for these properties on how best to return the properties to use. Due to the extent of work required, it is anticipated that these properties will be returned to use in early 2024.”