Irish - Last week 10th May 2026 - 16th May 2026
Here are the 12 vacant and derelict buildings that Ireland's councils asked to CPO in March
- Last month, six councils tried to CPO just three properties across the country.
- Under laws introduced in 1990, every local council keeps a Derelict Sites Register to encourage owners to bring vacant houses and land into use.
- Councils can then attempt to force owners to sell them - but most go through the commission if an owner objects.
Public asked to avoid area after major fire at Waterford city industrial estate
Waterford City and County Council said an analysis is taking place to determine if there’s an asbestos bound cement roof on the building.

