Commercial property valuation reform
Barry Cowen asks when the Valuation (Amendment) Bill will reach the Dáil so amendments can address outdated valuation methods and business pressures. Burton says it must first complete its passage through the Seanad.
The Valuation (Amendment) (No. 2) Bill does not contain any means of addressing the archaic methods of setting valuations that would alleviate the strained finances of many retailers and small businesses. When will the legislation come before the House in order that Deputies will have an opportunity to make amendments to take cognisance of the commitments the Government parties gave prior to taking office?
Comment on this
The legislation in question was published in August as a Seanad Bill and will come before the Upper House before being introduced in the Dáil.
Comment on this
When is it expected to be brought before this House?
Comment on this
It should be tabled here when the Seanad has finished with it.