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Lack of social house audits locally

Feb 10, 2026 12:53
By Shannonside News
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Lack of social house audits locally

The audit evaluates the condition, safety, and energy efficiency of homes

Just under 17 per cent of stock audits have taken place at social homes in the Shannonside region since 2022.

Figures released to Sinn Féin TD Thomas Gould show that of the 4903 social houses in Longford, Leitrim and Roscommon, only 823 have taken place.

The audit evaluates the condition, safety, and energy efficiency of homes to inform maintenance, plan improvements, and ensure compliance with housing standard.

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Local Sinn Féin TD Martin Kenny feels the lack of resources is having an impact:

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