Concerns over slates falling from property
SLATES falling from the roof of a Holborn Street property have been causing concern for some locals who fear they could injure a passerby.
A worker in the adjoining MACE shop said that locals have been expressing their concern about the slates, and the property since it became apparent that there was a problem.
“People have been telling us for a while that they are worried about the roof. We contacted the council as soon as slates started falling to the ground,” he told The Sligo Champion.
A spokesperson for Sligo County Council told The Sligo Champion that they will be taking appropriate action, but the responsibility lies with the owner of the property.
“The house in Holborn St is not a Local Authority property but the Council is aware of the problem and is taking appropriate action.
“There are similar problems with privately owned premises in other areas of the town ( e. g Union Street) and the responsibility to render them safe lies with the property owners.”