Modular Homes

Key Takeaways Issue Details Current consultation Public asked to give views on planning exemptions (attic conversions, heat pumps, subdivisions, detached backyard units). Participate HERE. Local framing (Cork) Modular cabins pitched as flexible backyard options for downsizers or relatives. Read HERE. National framing (Gov.ie) Efficiency: free up planners for large-scale housing by removing “small” applications. Problem […]

Key Takeaways Aspect Details Homes Potential 154 pubs earmarked for conversion since 2022; up to 459 homes if all proceed. Main Benefit Revitalises derelict town centres while adding housing supply quickly. Main Concern Notifications ≠ homes; many projects may take years or stall. Community Risk One size does not fit all. Over-conversion in some areas

A new survey by Focus Ireland, carried out by Empathy Research, reveals just how much of a national emergency homelessness has now become – (MSN.com): Focus Ireland, alongside other humanitarian organisations, continues to do incredible work providing emergency support for the homeless with initiatives like the annual Shine A Light Sleep Out. But the findings

On July 29, 2025, the Ministers for Housing and Planning issued revised Section 28 Planning Guidelines instructing local authorities to update housing targets in line with the revised National Planning Framework (NPF). A copy of the guidelines can be accessed here – Section 28 Guidelines – NPF Implementation: Housing Growth Requirements. Further, an additional headroom of

Last week, both the ministers for Housing and Planning issued revised apartment building guidelines ”aimed at striking a balance between ensuring that apartment development meets the needs of society in terms of standards and quality, while promoting an increased level of delivery overall.’‘ Read more HERE. To over-summarise, these revised standards include: For the full document

As part of a move toward greater transparency in the delivery of social housing, Minister for Housing James Browne has announced the publication of a league table ranking the performance of Ireland’s 31 local authorities. Read more HERE. Social homes are delivered in a number of ways under the Housing for All programme: These rankings

In a recent article in the Irish Times, a new legislation that will be brought forward in the coming weeks, proposes that migrants seeking social housing support would have to be legally resident in the State for at least 5 years to qualify. Key Takeaways – Ireland Emergency Accommodation (Proposed New Rules). A pending cabinet

As most of us are aware, thousands of Irish citizens and residents took to the streets on June 17, 2025, outside Leinster House (the Dáil). The protests were held under the Raise the Roof banner, and organized by the Irish Congress of Trade Unions along with a broad coalition of housing, community, political, and social