Chris and Rose Murray are disputing a court's contempt finding against them and are now facing an application for the costs associated with the demolition of their illegally built home in Meath.

The owner of a house in Meath, built without planning permission and now facing demolition, has stated she cannot afford the costs and suggested the bill should be sent to 'Mickey Mouse,' implying taxpayers will bear the expense.

A 6,220 sq ft home in Meath, built by Chris and Rose Murray without planning permission, has been seized by gardaí, bringing an end to a two-decade-long legal dispute over a 'wilful breach' of planning laws.

Michael and Rose Murray appeared at the High Court to respond to a judge's finding that they were in contempt of court over their illegally-built home in Co Meath.

The owner of a house being demolished after it was built without planning permission in Meath, Ireland, has stated that she and her husband cannot afford the demolition costs, suggesting the bill should go to the taxpayer.

Michael and Rose Murray due to attend proceedings in Dublin

Chris and Rose Murray say their offer to give the 588 sq m property to a charity has failed