Almost 100 homes have been delivered locally through planning exemptions from converting commercial properties in the region.
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne has published figures showing that between 2018 and 2024, local authorities have received 1,457 notifications to convert vacant commercial properties into new homes.
These notifications have the potential to create 3,429 new homes throughout the country. Between 2018 and 2024, Monaghan County Council received 10 notifications under planning exemptions, paving the way for the potential delivery of 27 new homes. While in Cavan, 31 notifications were received allowing 70 homes to be delivered in Cavan.
Planning exemptions introduced in 2018, removed the requirement for planning permission for the conversation of certain types of commercial properties into residential units. Commenting on the new figures, Minister Browne said planning exemptions play a vital role in unlocking the potential of vacant commercial buildings across the country making it much more straightforward to convert them into much needed homes.
