Ossian Smyth (Dún Laoghaire, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

Amendment No. 924 sought to amend section 235(4)(b)(i), which relates to notices requiring "the demolition, removal, alteration or replacement of any structure" by also requiring the “restoration” of such a structure. The function of this section is to remove or discontinue a use or structure. The level and requirement to restore land on foot of a notice under this section is one that should be made on a case-by-case basis. I am happy that given the function of this section, which is a serious and exceptional act, it is appropriately drafted. Therefore, I had not intended to accept the amendment.