Question 1

What does the Derelict Sites (Amendment) Bill 2021 do?

Accepted Answer

Creates a legal charge on derelict land for expenses incurred by local authorities taking action to prevent or remedy dereliction. Makes local authorities secured creditors, improving recovery prospects when insolvent property owners' assets are liquidated and distributed. Applies to expenses incurred after the Bill passes; amends the Derelict Sites Act 1990 by adding new subsection (5A) to section 11.

Question 2

What stage is the Derelict Sites (Amendment) Bill 2021 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 2 May 2025, the Derelict Sites (Amendment) Bill 2021 is at Second Stage in 33rd Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Derelict Sites (Amendment) Bill 2021?

Accepted Answer

The Derelict Sites (Amendment) Bill 2021 was sponsored by Seán Sherlock, and was introduced on 10 Feb 2021.

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