Tag Archives: Tenant protections Ireland

The Irish government is advancing a significant overhaul of Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) regulations, aiming to balance tenant protections with measures intended to stimulate housing development and attract investment. The proposed changes, set to be presented to the Cabinet, have sparked a robust debate among policymakers, housing advocates, and landlord associations. Under the new framework, the current 2% annual cap …

The Irish Government has come under fire from opposition parties over its housing policies, with accusations of misleading data and concerns about potential tax incentives for developers. The controversy emerged following Minister for Public Expenditure Jack Chambers’ claim that 60,000 housing commencements in 2024 would lead to a rise in completed homes, a figure that has been strongly disputed. Opposition …