Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 January 2026
155. Deputy Ryan O'Meara asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the initiatives being taken to support affordable housing in north Tipperary; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [4875/26]
View answerSince 2021, 275 affordable housing solutions have been delivered in Tipperary, through the various affordable housing delivery streams. Affordability, homeownership and secure rental supports are at the core of this Government’s housing policy, and we will continue that commitment through our new housing plan Delivering Homes, Building Communities.
There are currently two applications under assessment within my Department for funding under the Affordable Housing Fund in the Clonmel area of Co. Tipperary.
Furthermore, my Department held a meeting with Tipperary County Council recently to offer assistance in developing their affordable housing delivery programme.
In addition, three sites in Tipperary have been identified in the LDA’s 2025 Report on Relevant Public Lands that have the potential to yield up to 3,000 homes throughout the county.
I can also confirm that to the end of Q3 2025, 725 vacancy grant applications have been received in Tipperary, with 580 approved and 202 grants paid to the value of over €11 million. These much needed supports will assist new home owners in bringing vacant properties back into use.
My Department will continue to work intensively with all of the local authorities and delivery partners to expand the supply of affordable and starter homes, ensuring that all of the Government's programmes are responsive to real demand on the ground and continue to deliver tangible outcomes for individuals and families seeking to own or rent a home.
These plans will build on the delivery of almost 19,000 affordable housing solutions achieved under the Government’s previous plan Housing for all.
Quarterly housing delivery reports will continue to be published on my Department's website to help track the progress of Tipperary County Council and the other local authorities' affordable delivery output to 2030.
