On this page you can access the recording from the AILG-OPR training event entitled ‘Dealing with Vacancy and Dereliction’ held on Friday, 30 May 2025. 

This video contains the following presentations:

• Vacant Homes – Policy and Supports – Ann Marie O’Connor, Principal Officer, Vacant Homes Unit of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
• Dealing with Vacancy and Dereliction – The Repair and Lease Scheme – Ivan Grimes, Director of Services (Planning, Corporate, Culture, HR & IS),  Waterford City & County Council.
• Activating Derelict and Vacant Property using Compulsory Purchase Powers – Audrey Crowe, Property Manager, Limerick City & County Council.