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Minister of State for Planning & Local Government, John Cummins TD has welcomed progress on the much-needed treated water storage project in Lismore. He confirmed that Uisce Éireann will seek permission for the project in the next couple of weeks.   The project will now go through the statutory planning process as part of Uisce Éireann’s ongoing programme of work in Lismore to strengthen and protect the local drinking water supply.   Minister Cummins said: “I have worked exte

Minister of State for Planning & Local Government, John Cummins TD has welcomed the expansion of the Vacant Property Grantwhich is aimed at tackling above shop vacancy.   Under new measures which were signed off by Cabinet today, this extended grant aims to bring underutilised space above existing commercial premises into use as homes. The Vacant Above The Shop Grant, will provide potential funding of up to €135,000 to convert vacant space into residential use, where the comm

• 19 housing units will comprise of a mix of 3 & 4 bed homes starting at €300,000.   Waterford Fine Gael Minister John Cummins has announced approval for two further Affordable Purchase schemes, which will be constructed in both Crooke and Kilmacthomas.   Approval has been issued to Waterford City and County Council from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage for 9 three-bed units in Crooke and 10 units (5 three-bed units and 5 four-bed units) in Kilmacthoma