“It’s giving colonialism”: Ireland still owes rent to dukes and earls
Although, even though the OPW lists these rents as payable, some of the named beneficiaries say they haven't been getting them.
Dublin City Council has not yet said what it's going to do with the building.
Because of its central location, the high footfall in the area, and its proximity to a lot of venues and cultural spaces, it’s become a premier flyering spot.
The council promised to start taking legal action against owners of derelict homes who don’t pay the levy going forward.
That would be welcome given the ongoing shortage of spaces in the developed neighbourhood, say councillors.