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flag Irish scheme converts nearly 3,429 vacant commercial properties into homes since 2018.

flag Since 2018, Irish local authorities have received nearly 1,500 notifications for converting vacant commercial properties into over 3,429 homes, thanks to a planning exemption scheme. flag This scheme, introduced in 2018 and later extended to include vacant pubs, has seen a surge in conversions, especially in 2024. flag Galway alone received 42 notifications since 2018, while Dublin City Council leads with 153 notifications for 445 potential homes.

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