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Local politicians welcome plans to turn derelict properties into council houses
The government has announced the expansion of the Buy and Renew Scheme.
Feb 16, 2026 12:52
Councillor demands more action on vacant buildings in Leitrim
The latest GeoDirectory Residential Buildings Report last week revealed that Leitrim has the highest number of vacant homes in Ireland - at nearly 12 per cent.
Sep 1, 2025 07:40
Shannonside Region to benefit from derelict buildings transformation fund
The scheme will provide local authorities with funding of between €2m and €7m to refurbish disused heritage buildings in their areas.
Feb 13, 2024 15:00
Less than half of property refurbishment grants approved locally
The scheme provides funds to applicants who wish to renovate old and uninhabited properties.
Jan 31, 2024 11:43
50 applications for Vacant Property grant approved locally in Q2 of 2023
Roscommon had the most applications approved at 23 while Leitrim had 20.
Jul 18, 2023 13:38
Roscommon Golf club submits planning permission for course works
It is a 18 hole championship parkland course.
Apr 27, 2023 12:08
Local TD hopes vacant home refurbishment grant will help housing crisis
CSO data suggest up to 160,000 homes are vacant across the country
Apr 24, 2023 17:30
80 derelict sites registered with local County Councils
No money was collected by any local authority in this region in 2020.
Jun 21, 2022 14:04
Call for derelict Granard building to be used as county museum
Councillor McGovern Believes the project would be another step in rejuvenating Granard.
May 27, 2022 13:38Shannonside Newsletter
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