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R.R.I.—THE ORGANISATION Established in 1990 as a voluntary non-political,non sectarian and non-profit organisation.Rural Resettlement Ireland (R.R.I.)have assisted hundreds of families to leave the city and resettle permanently in rural areas. All services are provided free of charge (except furniture removal). S OME OF THE IMPORTANT QUESTIONS ASKEDB Y PEOPLE CONSIDERING RESETTLEMENTQ. Who is eligible?A. R.R.I.does not discriminate against anybody.However,the entire resettlementprogramme is aimed at bringing new families into rural areas and priority is always given to families with young children.
Q. What houses are available?A. Mostly private rented.
Q. How much does the rent cost?A. Landlords renting private houses can charge what they like.However,R.R.I.willnot accept houses for referral to families which are obviously too dear.The R.R.I. Field Officer will discuss current rents at interview (average rent € 500 per month in 2004).
Q. Do I have to pay a deposit?A. Most private landlords look for a depositand a months rent in advance.The R.R.I. Field Officer will advise in individual cases.
Q. How long does it take to get a house?A. It is impossible to generalise.In the case of private rented houses,it is a question of supplyand demand.If the supply is steady families may move within a few months of coming onto the R.R.I.list.
Q. Is there any help when moving furniture?A. Yes.The R.R.I.office will provide a letter for those seeking financial assistance from theHealth Board.Other aspects of dealing with furniture removal fir ms will be discussed at interview.
Q. Are the houses near schools,villages?A. Private rented houses can crop up anywhere. People have different views on what distanceis.Some people want to be in amongst other houses and within walking distance of shops and schools;those people should only look at houses that comply with their requirements.Other people don ’t mind (or sometimes prefer)being a mile or two from villages.The further out you go into the countryside the fewer houses will be close by.Also,a car becomes almost essential. Very few people go for very isolated locations and experience indicates that it doesn ’t work out well. |
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RURAL RESETTLEMENT IRL | ||
| rri@iol.ie | Kilbaha Co Clare | |
| Web | www.ruralresettlement.com | |
| Phone | 065 9058034 | |
Fax | 065 9058242 | |