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BlogRural housing rules: what the new National Planning Statement says, and when it takes effect
The draft Sustainable Rural and Gaeltacht Housing National Planning Statement sets out standardised social and economic need tests and removes local caps on ribbon development, road frontage and site size. It is not yet in force: the 2005 guidelines still apply until the final Statement issues, planned before the end of 2026.
BlogRural housing restrictions relaxed: what Cabinet sign-off could mean
Cabinet sign-off on new rural and Gaeltacht housing guidelines could make one-off homes easier in some cases, but applicants still need strong site evidence.
BlogAirBnB & Short Term Letting
Airbnb & Short Term Letting Airbnb & Short Term Letting A short-term let is when you rent out your property or a room therein for people to stay for less than 14 days at a time. For example, if you rent out your property on a booking website such as Airbnb so people can stay …