Residential Zoned Land Tax maps for 2026 have identified approximately 85 hectares of residentially zoned land in Cavan and 60 hectares in Monaghan.
That's according to information given by Housing Minister James Browne, in response to a parliamentary question from Deputy Barry Heneghan.
Deputy Heneghan asked what measures the Department is taking to ensure zoned residential land is brought forward for development in a timely manner, what actions are being taken to support and challenge local authorities in identifying and activating undeveloped residentially zoned land, and what reporting or accountability measures are in place to monitor progress.
In response, Minister Browne said the Residential Zoned Land Tax is a key measure to penalise land hoarding and to ensure that zoned and serviced land is developed in an effective and timely manner for new homes.
Overall, around 5,130 hectares of land comprising residential zoned land is identified on the final maps for 2026.
Under the legislation, local authorities are required to publish the total area of land in hectares contained on their maps.
