HAI are a member of ‘Vacant to Vibrant’. Vacant to Vibrant is a cross-sectoral alliance to unlock the potential of vacant, derelict and under-used buildings in Irish villages, towns and city centres, www.igbc.ie/reuse-buildings/. It is comprised of like-minded trade and professional associations and individuals who have expertise in rejuvenated homes and the built environment. HAI, IPAV, IGBC and RIAI are amongst the membership.
On July 8th ‘Vacant to Vibrant’ made a Presentation to the IPAV Informal Oireachtas Committee. The focus of the meeting was on “above the shop” properties and what needs to be done to turn them into homes. Several Oireachtas members – both TDs and Senators were in attendance, this meeting was chaired by Senator Robbie Gallagher.
