Mayo Charity Secures Derelict Houses
A registered charity in Mayo has secured three derelict houses, out of six vacant properties that were acquired by Mayo County Council during the construction of the Turlough to Westport dual carriageway in 2016/17.
The CEO of Mayo County Council, Kevin Kelly, confirmed the news at a recent monthly meeting, although the name of the charity has not been released yet.
The news was widely welcomed by all councillors.
Westport-based Fine Gael councillor, Peter Flynn, had a motion seeking that the monies secured from the sale of these properties be re-invested in local affordable or social homes. The motion was amended to apply to the three remaining properties.
However, Mr Kelly explained that Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) sold the homes to Mayo County Council under strict criteria.
Author's summary: Mayo charity acquires derelict houses.