Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 July 2026
75. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Public Expenditure, Infrastructure, Public Service Reform and Digitalisation the overall cost of the new passport office in Navigation Square, Albert Quay, Cork City. [51015/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Office of Public Works (OPW), in conjunction with the Department of Foreign Affairs, is progressing the development of new office accommodation for the Passport Service in Cork.
The project is currently at an advanced stage of design. While it is not possible to provide fitout cost due to commercial sensitivity as the project is due to proceed to tender in the coming weeks, the expenditure to date is €42,870.30 incl. Vat. These costs relates to design fees, statutory planning costs and surveying reports.
The lease term is for 20 years, beginning in January 2025. The current annual rent is €653,000 per annum.
The OPW and the Department of Foreign Affairs will continue to working collaboratively to deliver new office accommodation for the Passport Service in Cork.
