One year ago Irish Times journalists visited 20 derelict properties in Dublin. It had been in the possession of Dublin City Council since 1949 when it bought it for a road widening scheme that never happened. In January this year, Dublin City Council issued a number of conditions to the developer relating to the conservation of the building. Last year Dublin City Council told The Irish Times it had acquired the adjacent properties and was endeavouring to acquire 18 Russell Street. A year ago, Dublin City Council was engaging with the owner to try to acquire the property.

Source: The Irish Times April 06, 2026 08:02 UTC