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NewsPlanning Permission Bottlenecks Worsen Ireland’s Housing Crisis
Planning Permission Faces Stark Warnings Amid Severe Housing Crisis Constraints The housing crisis in Ireland is intensifying due to severe constraints in the planning permission system, prompting urgent calls for reform from officials and developers alike. Officials have issued a stark warning reflecting the deep challenges within Ireland’s planning permission system that are exacerbating the …
Planning Permission Doubled Housing Speed in Ballyvolane
Planning Permission Boosts Double-Speed Housing Delivery in Ballyvolane The urgent need for homes often stalls due to delays in planning permission—but in Ballyvolane, innovative methods have doubled build speed. Ballyvolane, a northern suburb of Cork city, has recently seen an accelerated delivery of new houses thanks to an innovative approach combining modern construction techniques with …
NewsPlanning Permission Shapes Wexford GAA’s €1.2m Clubhouse
Planning Permission Plays Key Role as Wexford GAA Club Seeks €1.2m Clubhouse Funding Wexford GAA club urgently calls for public support to fund a new €1.2 million clubhouse amid planning permission processes causing uncertainty. The Wexford GAA club is embarking on an ambitious project to construct a €1.2 million clubhouse to better serve its members …
NewsPathfinder Funding Boost Transforms Longford Planning Permission
Longford Planning Permission Boosted by New Pathfinder Funding Agreement Longford secures Pathfinder funding from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland, accelerating development plans needing planning permission. Longford County Council has signed a Pathfinder funding agreement with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), marking a pivotal step for local developments requiring planning permission. This funding …
Alskea’s Pavilion Eight Secured Top Planning Permission Prize
Alskea Wins Regeneration Project of the Year for Pavilion Eight Alskea’s transformation of Pavilion Eight at Belvoir Park Hospital sets a new benchmark for planning permission-led regeneration in Northern Ireland. Galbally-based developer Alskea has been awarded Regeneration Project of the Year for its work on Pavilion Eight at the historic Belvoir Park Hospital site. The …
NewsIreland’s Interim Report Eases Planning Permission Costs
Planning Permission and the National Energy Affordability Taskforce Interim Report Struggling with energy costs and planning permission complexities? Ireland’s government reveals new interim measures to ease energy affordability and support sustainable development. The Irish government has published the interim report of the National Energy Affordability Taskforce, focusing on alleviating the rising energy cost burden while …
NewsIreland’s 2025 Tax Changes: How They Impact Planning Permission
Planning Permission and Ireland’s 2025 Property Tax Shake-Up Homeowners face new Local Property Tax rules as Ireland’s housing market surges. The Irish government has announced sweeping changes to the Local Property Tax (LPT) system, with a mandatory revaluation set for 1 November 2025. The new valuation period will run from 2026 to 2030, and property …
Planning Permission Delays Are Undermining Sligo Housing
Planning Permission Delays Hit Sligo Housing Targets Sligo’s housing ambitions are falling short as planning permission bottlenecks stall new developments. Recent data from the Construction Status Report shows Sligo County Council is struggling to meet its annual housing targets, with a significant gap between planned and completed units. The report highlights that while the region …
Limerick’s 97-Home Planning Permission was Refused
Planning Permission Refused for 97-Home Proposal in Limerick by An Coimisiún Pleanála Concerns over environmental impact and local objections have led to An Coimisiún Pleanála overturning planning permission for a large housing scheme in Limerick. Permission for the construction of 97 homes in the Raheen area of Limerick, initially granted by Limerick City and County …
New Planning Permission Law Transforms Cork Housing Projects
Major Cork Housing Scheme Gains Planning Permission Boost Government intervention is accelerating a major Cork housing development, unlocking new planning permission supports for stalled projects. The Taoiseach has announced targeted Government supports for a significant housing scheme in Cork, aimed at overcoming longstanding planning permission delays. The initiative is designed to fast-track the delivery of …
Planning Permission Fuels Cavan’s Housing Expansion
Permission Paves Way for Cavan Homes What’s driving the push for new homes in Cavan? A multi-million euro development plan is set to bring over 100 new homes to Cavan, marking a significant step forward in addressing the region’s housing needs. This project underscores the importance of securing timely planning permission to ensure that housing …
Belfast Development: 600 Homes, Hotel Await Planning Permission
Planning Permission Underway for Major Belfast Development with 600 Homes and Hotel Concerned about housing shortages and urban growth? A new Belfast city centre residential development now seeks public input on its ambitious plan. The Belfast city centre is set to undergo a transformative development featuring approximately 600 new homes alongside a hotel, following the …