Green Party

50,000-53,000 Homes Yearly with Vacancy Focus

50,000-53,000 homes/year. 15,000 affordable/cost rental. 12,000 social. 4,000+ vacant renovated.

The Green Party's housing plan combines new builds with a strong emphasis on bringing vacant and derelict homes back into use — 4,000+ annually.

Policy Summary

Key commitments

  • 50,000-53,000 new homes yearly for five years
  • 15,000 State-backed affordable and cost rental homes
  • 12,000 social homes annually
  • Renovate 4,000+ vacant/derelict homes yearly
  • Create renters' deposit protection scheme

What's missing

No rent freeze. No state construction company. No specific affordable purchase price caps.

Source: Green Party GE24 Manifesto; Irish Times manifesto comparison Nov 2024

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