Derelict Tax Fails Small Towns

Galway East TD Louis OHara is sounding the alarm over the government’s new Derelict Property Tax, slamming its narrow scope and delayed rollout as ineffective. The tax, set to begin in 2027 and enforced in 2028, only applies to areas with 4,000+ residents — leaving iconic blights like the 15-year-old Shannon Oaks Hotel in Portumna untouched. O’Hara demands immediate, punitive action — even suggesting annual doubling of penalties — to force owners to redevelop or sell. He’s calling for stronger legislation, better local authority support, and a more accurate register of derelict sites, arguing these eyesores mustn’t be allowed to decay indefinitely. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/5c762b86c9d3b2a4