A deal to completely cover the €2.5 million cost of essential fire repair works at a Dublin apartment building has finally been agreed after lengthy discussions.
Longboat Quay in Dublin's Docklands hit the headlines in 2015, when up to 900 residents were told they would have to leave because the building was not safe.
Longboat Quay apartments were built in 2006 by developer Bernard McNamara.
Just over a year ago, Dublin Fire Brigade said the building would have to be evacuated due to fire safety issues - meaning all residents would have to move out.
That deadline was moved to 2017 following legal proceedings.
However, the question of who would pay for the repair works remained.
Under this proposed deal, Dublin City Council will put in €1.85m and the receiver will put in €1.25m to cover the €2.5m cost.
The surplus will be used for necessary roof repairs.
The receiver's share will come from the National Asset Management Agency.
The 300 apartment owners have voted to accept the settlement from Dublin City Council and the receiver.
Longboat Quay's management company has said its priority has always been to achieve a comprehensive and fair solution.
