Cian O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay North, Social Democrats) | Oireachtas source

I agree with the point that it is far too easy to demolish and build from scratch. One of the difficulties with Housing for All is its commitment to exempt construction demolition from landfill waste levies. From an environmental point of view and in terms of the embodied carbon, that is a major mistake. It is hugely problematic.

I thank the witnesses for being here and for their contributions. I want to follow up with the SEAI on some of the issues raised by Deputy Leddin, including the 4,000 inspections on buildings. In terms of the works taking place, what percentage does that represent? For example, is that a once-off inspection and how thorough is the inspection?