Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 September 2024
207. Deputy Marc Ó Cathasaigh asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, National Development Plan Delivery and Reform if the OPW has a full and complete audit of its estate portfolio, with properties mapped and detailed, including whether a formal rental agreement is in place for all properties let; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36071/24]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am informed by the Commissioners of Public Works (OPW) that details pertaining to the OPW property portfolio, including owned, leased and properties under the guardianship of the OPW, are held on an internal database specific to this task. The current system, which replaced the previous system that had been in place for a significant number of years, was rolled out in 2022 and has mapping functionality.
Details of lease / licence agreements are recorded on the system in respect of properties leased by the OPW. The system is updated on a continuous basis as details change and additional information becomes available.
There are also agreements in place in respect of State owned properties where the OPW (as the Landlord) has entered into lease / licence arrangements with third parties. These arrangements are reviewed / updated on an ongoing basis as necessary.
