Housing Stock Survey Publication
Publication of the survey was deferred because it covered a small sample and the Minister sought broader data through local authorities’ statutory assessments. Returns were expected by 1 October, with the data ready shortly afterward; the Minister agreed it would be useful.
asked the Minister for Local Government when he proposes to publish the housing stock survey.
Comment on this
I would refer the Deputy to the reply to his question of 20th February, 1975, regarding the survey. As the survey covered only a relatively small sample of dwellings, it was decided to get more detailed data on a wider range of dwellings. All housing authorities have, accordingly, been asked to undertake a statutory assessment of the needs for dwellings in their areas including an assessment of the needs of households in unfit dwellings. Pending the receipt of their reports a decision on the publication of the survey report has been deferred.
Comment on this
Will the Minister say when he expects to have the returns from the various local authorities?
Comment on this
I am expecting the returns from them by 1st October and shortly after that, within the month, I expect to have the necessary data ready.