Derelict and Vacant Sites

  • Built Heritage & Architectural Conservation

    In the interests of safeguarding cultural and built heritage over 2000 structures have been formally identified for their contribution to the heritage of our city and county and have been designated as ‘Protected Structures’ under section 51 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (Amended).

  • Derelict Sites

    Limerick City and County Council is responsible for dealing with derelict sites. The Derelict Sites Act, 1990 allows the local authority to prosecute owners who do not comply with notices served, to purchase land compulsorily and to carry out necessary work themselves and charge the owners f

  • Expert Advice Grant

    The Expert Advice Grant provides a payment of up to €5,000 towards having an appropriately qualified professional provide expert advice to the owner of;

  • Living City Initiative Limerick

    The Living City Initiative (LCI) is a tax incentive scheme designed to support the regeneration of historic buildings and other properties within designated areas of Limerick City.

  • Paint Scheme for Vacant and Derelict Property

    The Paint Scheme is a targeted support offered by Limerick City and County Council to the owners of vacant and derelict properties in the towns and villages of County Limerick.

  • Relove Paint

    Relove paint Limerick staff collect waste paint from recycling centres and remix it to provide a quality paint in a range of colours.

  • Vacant Above the Shop Grant

    The Vacant Above the Shop Grant is a payment you can get if you are converting (or refurbishing) vacant space above a commercial premises into residential use.

  • Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant

    The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant is a payment you can get if you are turning a vacant house or building into your permanent home or rental property.

  • Vacant Sites

    On January 1st 2017, Limerick City and County Council established a vacant sites register in accordance with the requirements of the Urban Regeneration and Housing Act 2015.