Planning Permission Crisis as Landlord Exodus Hits Tipperary
Tipperary faces a deepening housing crisis as a surge in landlord exits threatens rental supply and planning permission targets.
Recent data reveals a significant exodus of landlords from the rental market across Ireland, with Tipperary now experiencing acute pressure. The Irish Independent reports that a growing number of landlords are selling up or withdrawing properties from the market, driven by new rental regulations and economic uncertainty. This trend is undermining efforts to meet housing scheme approval goals and maintain a stable supply of rental homes.
The Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2025 has tightened rent pressure zone rules, capping annual increases and extending controls nationwide. While intended to protect tenants, these changes have prompted many small and medium landlords to exit the sector. In Tipperary, this has led to a sharp drop in available rental properties, complicating local authorities’ attempts to secure planning permission for new developments and address the region’s housing shortage.
Industry experts warn that the landlord exodus is accelerating at a time when new housing construction is most needed. Farrell Southern’s transactional data shows that in recent quarters, up to half of all property sales involved landlords exiting the rental market. This contraction in supply is making it harder for local councils to approve new housing schemes and meet demand, especially in areas already facing a material contravention of housing targets.
The situation is further complicated by rising eviction notices and a backlog of apartments with planning permission lying idle. The Irish Property Owners Association notes that many landlords are selling up to avoid what they see as an over-regulated market. This has led to increased pressure on local authorities to fast-track planning permission applications and respond to the growing risk of a housing supply crisis.
Environmental impact assessments and An Bord Pleanála decisions are now under greater scrutiny as local councils seek to balance rapid development with sustainable growth. The flood-risk development of new sites is also a concern, as planners work to ensure that new housing schemes do not exacerbate existing vulnerabilities. With homeless figures rising and rental vacancies shrinking, the urgency for effective planning permission processes has never been greater.
Despite the challenges, some experts see signs of encouragement. The number of registered tenancies continues to grow, albeit slowly, and there are ongoing efforts to streamline the planning permission system. However, the full impact of the landlord exodus remains to be seen, and local authorities must remain vigilant in their efforts to approve new housing schemes and protect the region’s housing stock.
Key points:
- Landlord exits are accelerating in Tipperary, threatening rental supply.
- New rental regulations have prompted many landlords to sell up or withdraw properties.
- Local authorities face increased pressure to approve planning permission for new housing schemes.
- Environmental impact and flood-risk development are key concerns in new housing approvals.
- The Irish Property Owners Association warns of an over-regulated market driving landlords away.
- Efforts continue to streamline planning permission and address the housing shortage.
Originally reported in on Thu, 04 Dec 2025 07:10:39 +0000. Full story
