Over 30 Hazelwood tenants received eviction notices on March 1, 2026, as new rental rules took effect, sparking concern over displacement in Wexford’s housing crisis.

Over 30 households in Hazelwood, Bridgetown, County Wexford, received eviction notices as new rental rules took effect on March 1, 2026. The landlord plans to sell the properties, triggering concerns over tenant displacement amid Wexford’s housing shortages. The new regulations cap rent increases at 2% or inflation, require six-year tenancy terms, and include protections under the 'Tyrrelstown amendment' for large-scale sales. Local officials condemned the notices as unjust, citing inadequate enforcement and calling for intervention. Support clinics are being held, and tenants may challenge notices through the Residential Tenancies Board.