Entries by Ciara Gyves

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  Positions Open AOCA Engineering Consultants are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Structural Engineer , Structural Technician, Fire Engineer & Building Surveyor to join our growing team. The role will be based in our Dublin or Portlaoise offices, and the successful candidate will work closely with Senior Engineers and Project Managers. We offer a […]

Government Prioritises Apartment and Duplex Defects Remediation Bill 2024

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The Irish government has approved the priority drafting of the Apartment and Duplex Defects Remediation Bill 2024, which addresses fire safety, structural, and water ingress issues in buildings constructed between 1991 and 2013. Under the new legislation, 100% of eligible remediation costs will be covered. This remediation scheme, estimated at over €2 billion, aims to […]

Healthy Homes Ireland Retrofit

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  Healthy Homes Ireland, in partnership with the Irish Green Building Council and VELUX, hosted a pivotal breakfast event in Dublin this summer, highlighting the urgent need for retrofitting homes to enhance both mental and physical well-being. The event spotlighted the latest Healthy Buildings Barometer, an annual report by VELUX and BPIE (Building Performance Institute […]

Government Announces Interim Fire Safety Funding for Celtic Tiger-Era Apartments

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A significant development, Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien has introduced a new interim fire safety funding scheme for owners of Celtic Tiger-era apartments. The initiative aims to provide immediate assistance to the owners of up to 100,000 affected buildings while a comprehensive State support program is being finalised. Interim Fire Safety Measures Scheme: Immediate Relief […]

AOCA Engineering Consultants were appointed as Design Lead and Project Manager on this £9m Fire Safety and Cladding Remediation project in the U.K.

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NORTHERN IRELAND remediation specialist, Anamore, has completed a £9m cladding remediation and fire compliance project at the Orchard Plaza apartment complex in Poole, Dorset. The 13-storey apartment building remediation works were carried out in three phases. Externally, this consisted of the removal of non-compliant ACM and HPL panels, along with all combustible elements behind the […]

Unfortunate news for homeowners as the wait prolongs for apartment defects remediation until later in 2024.

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Unfortunate news for homeowners as legislative hurdles prolong the wait for apartment defects remediation until later in 2024. Deputy Duncan Smith recently sought clarification from the Minister for Housing, Local Government, and Heritage regarding the anticipated timeline for the draft legislation supporting the remediation of defects in apartments and duplexes constructed between 1991 and 2013. […]

The Urgent Need for Modular Housing to address the Crisis in Ireland

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Addressing the Housing Crisis with Modular Housing In the midst of Ireland’s ongoing housing crisis, there is a pressing need for innovative solutions that can swiftly tackle the growing problem. The Engineers Ireland Conference highlights an approach gaining momentum – modular housing. The Efficiency of Modular Housing The shortage of affordable housing has reached a […]

Celtic Tiger Apartment Defects: Repair Plan Eligibility & Timeline

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The Prevalence of Apartment and Duplex Issues (1991-2013) Between 1991 and 2013, 50% to 80% of apartments and duplexes were built with significant problems, such as those pertaining to fire safety, structural defects, and water ingress. Government Action to Address the Problems The Minister for Housing and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, has received government approval to […]

Embracing a Sustainable Cladding Alternative

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  As environmental concerns drive a seismic shift toward sustainability in the construction industry, the significance of a sustainable cladding alternative emerges prominently. Choosing the right cladding for building exteriors is pivotal for achieving eco-friendly construction practices. Today, the need for a sustainable cladding alternative goes beyond optional consideration; it is an unequivocal necessity, underpinned […]