Modular Homes

According to RTE, Ireland’s student accommodation crisis is no longer an abstract problem – it’s acute and visible. In Galway, the University of Galway had to distribute 40,000 flyers pleading with locals to open spare rooms for students (RTE NEWS). That image alone shows the scale of demand. The government, however, is not ignoring the

Key Takeaways Topic Summary What is the LDA? A state agency tasked with developing land to deliver affordable, cost-rental, and social housing. What is the FOI Act? Freedom of Information lets the public request access to state records. In this case, it targeted the LDA’s risk register. Why the dispute? The LDA argues releasing full

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