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NewsPlanning Crisis Meets Global Conflict
Planning Permission Crisis: Iran’s War Hits Ireland Housing Imagine a distant conflict spiking your rent—planning permission delays now face new global threats worsening Ireland’s housing crunch. Ireland battles a severe housing shortage, with planning permission processes already strained by backlogs and appeals. Recent government reforms target these hurdles, shortening timelines at local authorities and An …
Planning Reform and Modular Homes: A Growing Debate
Planning Permission Views on Liveline Spark Debate Frustrated by Ireland’s housing delays? RTE’s Liveline captured raw opinions on short-term and modular housing solutions. Listeners shared diverse perspectives during the RTE Liveline broadcast on planning permission for innovative housing. Many highlighted urgent needs amid the crisis, focusing on quick-build options like modular units. Callers debated how …
Ireland’s Tallest Building in Cork Gets Planning Permission
Planning Permission Greenlights Ireland’s Tallest Building in Cork Imagine Ireland’s skyline transformed—planning permission has unlocked the tallest building ever on a Cork quay, captivating onlookers as it rises dramatically. Construction crews are rapidly assembling what will become Ireland’s tallest structure along a prominent Cork quay. This ambitious project secured planning permission after navigating rigorous local …
Ireland’s First Green Data Park Approved in Wicklow
DUB20 Cleared as Ireland’s First Green Data Campus Ireland’s DUB20 project just secured planning permission to build the nation’s first green energy park data center. Echelon Data Centres advances construction on the DUB20 campus in Arklow, County Wicklow, at the former Irish Fertilisers Industries site in Avoca River Business Park. This 100-acre development marks Ireland’s …
NewsShock Costs: €22m for EU Presidency Planning Permission
Planning Permission Shock: €22m EU Presidency Revamp Irish taxpayers face a staggering €22 million bill to overhaul a key building for EU hosting duties, sparking outrage over costs. The State must spend €22 million revamping a building to prepare for Ireland’s 2026 EU Council Presidency hosting obligations. This capital outlay forms part of broader preparations, …
Planning Reform, Including Exemptions, Could Ease Housing Crisis
Slow Planning System Worsens Housing Crisis Irish families struggle as rocketing property prices crush homeownership dreams amid deepening housing shortages. Officials warn that severe constraints in the planning permission system intensify Ireland’s housing crisis. Developers and experts urge TDs to address backlogs stalling new home builds. Complex approvals delay projects nationwide, restricting supply despite urgent …
New Alliance Could Ease Data Centre Planning Permission
Planning Permission Boost: New Data Centre Suppliers Alliance Irish firms face stalled data centre projects amid tight planning permission rules—until now, with a bold new alliance stepping up to fight back. The Irish Data Centre Supplier Alliance (IDCSA) launches today, uniting companies active in the data centre supply chain across Ireland. It covers key areas …
Planning Win Unlocks 395MW Solar Surge
Planning Permission Powers 395MW Solar Boost Struggling with Ireland’s renewable targets? A major planning permission victory unlocks EIB funding for a game-changing 395MW solar farm. Power Capital Renewable Energy secures a substantial loan from the European Investment Bank (EIB) to develop a 395MWp solar project on Irish soil. This funding supports one of the largest …
Timber Innovations Transform Planning Permission Approvals
Housing Minister Explores Timber Solutions Struggling Irish housing developers face delays in planning permission—but a key minister’s Scottish visit reveals timber innovations speeding sustainable builds. Ireland’s Minister for Housing, Local Government and Planning permission, John Cummins TD, toured the £18 million Alexanders Timber Design facility in Irvine, Scotland, on 13 March. This trip formed part …
Ireland Set to Ease Planning Rules for Garden Cabins and Home Conversions
New Planning Permission Exemptions Coming Soon Struggling with red tape for home upgrades? Fresh exemptions for conversions and cabins arrive shortly, slashing hassle. Government officials signal imminent updates to planning permission rules in Ireland. These changes target home conversions and garden cabins, allowing more builds without full applications. Minister of State for Housing John Cummins …
NewsPlanning Permission Paves the Way for Tayto’s Solar Investment
Planning Permission Powers Tayto’s Solar Breakthrough Struggling with soaring energy costs? Tayto Snacks just unlocked a game-changing solar solution in Ashbourne, slashing emissions and bills overnight. Activ8 Solar Energies finished installing a major rooftop solar array at Tayto Snacks’ production site in Ashbourne, Co Meath. This €1.17 million initiative stands as the company’s biggest renewable …
NewsPlanning Permission Boosts Certa’s €50m Solar Projects
Planning Permission Boosts Certa’s €50m Solar Deals Planning permission hurdles vanish as DCC-owned Certa seals first solar contracts, slashing business energy costs amid Ireland’s green push. Certa, owned by DCC plc, launched a €50 million Solar as a Service programme targeting 50 MW across about 100 commercial sites over five years. The model lets businesses …