News - Housing
Report highlights local dereliction issues
Dwelling counts are based on 2022 CSO Census housing stock data.
Jun 2, 2026 17:22
Government's housing policy under fire
Over 180 termination notices were issued by landlords in the Shannonside region in the first three months of the year.
May 20, 2026 13:31
Calls for sports infrastructure to be installed in Leitrim housing estates
Sinn Féin Councillor Cormac Flynn is set to raise the issue at Tuesday's Leitrim County Council meeting.
May 3, 2026 12:20
Over 350 new social homes now in delivery pipeline across the region
The report provides a detailed overview of new-build activity across local authorities and Approved Housing Bodies nationwide.
Apr 24, 2026 13:20
Dáil hears impact of lack of water supply in Leitrim
Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny says the South Leitrim Water Scheme serves two thirds of the county's population.
Apr 15, 2026 13:33
New housing development in Carrick approved despite pollution concerns
They're planned for the Longford side of the town.
Apr 3, 2026 08:17
Co. Roscommon ranks fourth-to-last for housing delivery
That's according to data released by the CSO, which reveals over 560 housing units across the Shannonside region received planning permission in 2025.
Mar 16, 2026 14:19
Over €6m for housing adaptation grants for Shannonside counties
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne, announced the allocations this morning.
Mar 9, 2026 11:00
Affordable housing development in Longford expected to be opened next year
The 25 home development was officially launched earlier today at Ard Michael on the Ballinalee Road.
Mar 3, 2026 14:23
Five people on Longford council waiting list for over 14 years
Across Co Longford, 322 applicants have been on the waiting list for more than three years, 76 for five to seven years, 113 for seven to ten years, and 56 for more than a decade.
Feb 25, 2026 13:08
No Shannonside councils have rezoned land to speed up housing - after government demand
Housing Minister James Browne says there's 'serious concern' within cabinet over the slow pace of rezoning land.
Feb 23, 2026 07:40
121 people stranded on Roscommon's housing list for over seven years
A total of 86 are in the Boyle Municipal District, with 11 in south Roscommon, and 22 in mid-Roscommon.
Feb 16, 2026 07:18
No HAP properties available to rent in Leitrim or Athlone
HAP is a form of social housing support for those on low incomes.
Feb 12, 2026 08:43
Plans afoot to boost long-term housing
Agreement was reached within Government last night, marking a change from initial plans to target towns of 10 thousand people.
Feb 10, 2026 13:32Shannonside Newsletter
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