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Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: To date 8 officials in my Department have expressed an interest in retiring before 29 February 2012.

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: I refer to the reply to Question No. 592 of 14 September 2011 which sets out the position in this matter.

Written Answers — Planning Issues: Planning Issues (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: Article 24 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended) states that an outline application shall, in addition to the requirements of article 22(2), be accompanied only by such plans and particulars as are necessary to enable the planning authority to make a decision in relation to the siting, layout or other proposals for development in respect of which a decision is sought....

Written Answers — Water and Sewerage Schemes: Water and Sewerage Schemes (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 342, 343 and 345 together. I refer to the reply to Questions Nos. 1, 2, 6, 8, 15, 28, 38, 44 and 113 of 15 September 2011 which sets out the position in these matters.

Written Answers — Water and Sewerage Schemes: Water and Sewerage Schemes (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: Appropriate measures to ensure that waste, which includes wastewater from septic tanks and proprietary waste systems, is recovered or disposed of without endangering human health and without using processes that could harm the environment, have been taken by my Department to address a recent ECJ judgment (C188/08) which found that Ireland was in breach of Article 4 of the EU Waste Directive...

Written Answers — Water and Sewerage Schemes: Water and Sewerage Schemes (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: My Department, together with the Office of the Attorney General, is finalising the preparation of a Bill to establish a system of inspection of septic tanks and other on-site systems. I expect to bring the Bill to Government in the coming weeks seeking approval for its publication. There are no plans for any exemptions from the requirement for all owners of septic tanks and other on-site...

Written Answers — Local Authority Rates: Local Authority Rates (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: Local authorities are under a statutory obligation to levy rates on any property used for commercial purposes in accordance with the details entered in the valuation lists prepared by the independent Commissioner of Valuation under the Valuation Act 2001. The levying and collection of rates are matters for each individual local authority. Under the legislation the person liable for payment...

Written Answers — Water and Sewerage Schemes: Water and Sewerage Schemes (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: Kerry County Council has completed its countywide Watermains Rehabilitation Strategy required as part of its water conservation programme. This Strategy identifies specific defective water supply networks requiring rehabilitation and/or replacement. The Council is also identifying works to be included in the Countywide Watermains Rehabilitation Project Phase 1 contract to be progressed and...

Written Answers — Alternative Energy Projects: Alternative Energy Projects (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: My Department has responsibility for fuel quality standards from the perspective of environmental specifications which may be put in place to reduce the polluting effect that certain substances have on the environment when they are emitted into the air. Policy issues concerning energy supply, including the use of domestically produced biofuels, fall outside the remit of my Department.

Written Answers — Fire Stations: Fire Stations (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: The provision of fire services in local authority areas, including the establishment and maintenance of fire brigades, the assessment of fire cover needs and the provision of premises, is a statutory function of the individual fire authorities under the provisions of the Fire Services Act 1981. My Department supports the fire authorities through setting general policy, providing a central...

Written Answers — Water and Sewerage Schemes: Water and Sewerage Schemes (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: I refer to the reply to Question No. 570 of 14 September 2011, which outlines the current position on this scheme.

Written Answers — Election Management System: Election Management System (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: The primary role of my Department in electoral matters is to provide an appropriate policy and legislative framework for a modern and efficient electoral system. Within that framework, local returning officers are responsible for all matters in connection with the actual conduct of elections and referendums, including the selection, appointment and training of polling station and count...

Written Answers — Proposed Legislation: Proposed Legislation (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: I refer to the reply to Question No 58 of 24 March 2011 which comprehensively addressed the issues regarding the registration of the title of Architect. I have recently approved the schedule of fees applicable in respect of the registration of Architects in accordance with the Building Control Act 2007. The fee in relation to candidates who apply for registration under the Technical...

Written Answers — Departmental Staff: Departmental Staff (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: The following table sets out the number of staff serving in my Department from Higher Executive Officer to Secretary General broken down by grade and PRSI Contribution class. The figures include staff who are paid salaries equivalent to that of Higher Executive Officers and above in my Department, such as architectural inspectors, planning advisers, meteorological officers etc. Grade...

Written Answers — Remedial Works: Remedial Works (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: HomeBond is a private company providing structural defect insurance cover for new homes and I have no function in relation to the operation of, or decisions made by, the Company.

Written Answers — Public Contracts: Public Contracts (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: The information requested is not available in my Department. It is a matter for each local authority to determine its own spending priorities in the context of the annual budgetary process having regard to locally identified needs and available resources.

Written Answers — Public Contracts: Public Contracts (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: Information requested is being compiled in my Department and will be forwarded to the Deputy as soon as possible.

Written Answers — Local Authority Staff: Local Authority Staff (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: There are 5 levels of remuneration for city and county managers ranging from €132,511 for counties such as Carlow and Cavan to €189,301 for Dublin City. These were revised in January 2010 in accordance with Government policy on pay. Section 147 of the Local Government Act, 2001 deals with the tenure of office of county and city managers. At present, a manager's tenure, at appointment,...

Written Answers — Local Authority Staff: Local Authority Staff (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: Section 147 of the Local Government Act, 2001 deals with the tenure of office of county and city managers. At present, a manager's tenure, at appointment, is for seven years with the possibility of a three year extension if he/she seeks such extension by way of notification to the council in the fifth year of tenure. The retirement age for managers is 65 years. The information requested...

Written Answers — Waste Disposal: Waste Disposal (27 Sep 2011)

Phil Hogan: I propose to take Questions Nos. 362 and 363 together. Our current reliance on landfill as the primary waste treatment method is unsustainable. Ireland must comply with challenging targets under the EU Landfill Directive with regard to the diversion of biodegradable municipal waste from landfill. The landfill levy is chargeable on waste presented for disposal at landfill facilities. The...