A site can be classified as ‘derelict’ if it meets the following criteria:

• It has accumulated a lot of litter or other waste.
• It contains dangerous or ruined structures.
• It contains land or structures that are in a neglected or unsightly condition.

Report a derelict site

To report a derelict site, contact us at the address below.

We will then visit the site to determine if it is qualifies. If so, it will be added to the

• ‘Derelict Sites Register’.

What happens if your site is added to the Derelict Sites Register

If a site that you own is added to the Derelict Sites Register, Dublin City Council has the authority to do the following:

1. We can demand that you restore your site to a non-derelict condition within a certain time period. You are normally given 6 weeks to complete such work. A financial penalty may be imposed if you fail to do so.
2. We can apply a financial penalty on you. This could amount to 3% of market value of your derelict site for every year it remains on the Derelict Sites Register.
3. We can purchase your property by agreement or by compulsory purchase order.