Derelict Sites
To maintain the amenity, character and appearance of Galway City, the City Council maintains a Register of Derelict Sites.
The owner of a derelict site that has been entered into the register must pay a levy of 3% of the market value of the property.
Sites around the city are inspected on a regular basis by City Council staff.
Following an inspection a report is prepared detailing:
- Ownership
- Location
- Condition of the site
- Extent of works required
- Recommendations
A letter may then be issued to the property owner advising them of the dereliction and requesting a renovation proposal.
A written reply must be received from them within one month.
If the property owner does not reply within one month then a formal notice can be served to him/her requiring specified works to be carried out within a period of time.
The site is then re-inspected and if there is non-compliance with the notice then
- Legal proceedings can be brought against the owner
or - City Council may carry out the works itself and recover the cost from the owner
If a site remains derelict it may be formally entered into the Register of Derelict Sites after formal notice has been given to the owner.
To report a possible derelict site, you should contact:
Environment Section,
Galway City Council,
City Hall,
College Road,
Galway
Tel: 091 536400
communitywardens@galwaycity.ie