Defective block homeowners still out of pocket
Defective blocks homeowners say they are still out of pocket…
June 5, 2025
News
The latest news relevant to self-builders and home improvers on the island of Ireland
More planning exemptions on the way for ROI
More planning permission exemptions are coming in ROI, with public…
June 4, 2025
‘God help anyone trying to build’ says North Tipp councillor
A Nenagh councillor tells Selfbuild that red tape, land rules…
May 19, 2025
Recycling of construction products inches closer to reality
As half of all waste generated in ROI comes from…
May 16, 2025
Grant approvals jump as majority of septic tank inspections fail
Over half of septic tanks inspected by the ROI Environmental…
May 14, 2025
26 self-build homes supported by First Home Scheme
Now extended to 2027, ROI’s First Home Scheme is starting…
May 13, 2025
NI workloads flatline but experts remain optimistic
Self-builders in NI are facing delays and rising costs, but…
May 6, 2025
The best of modern Irish design: Architectural Association Ireland Awards 2025
An architect’s self-build, a tiny house and a timber frame…
April 29, 2025
Planning Permission overturned as Mayo home deemed visually ‘obtrusive’
An Bord Pleanála decision highlights how site selection and visual…
April 25, 2025
Planning approvals for home extensions up 10 per cent in 2024 – ROI
Fresh figures from the CSO show a rise in planning…
April 15, 2025
1970s house wins Home of the Year 2025
Co Limerick upside down 1970s ‘Brady Bunch’ family home bags…
April 10, 2025
Planning application fees increase from today
Planning fees are increasing across NI applications, including for self-build…
April 1, 2025
Average house prices in ROI hit record highs
Mortgage approvals hold steady despite February slowdown, as house prices…
March 28, 2025
‘Ready to Build’ Scheme falls far short of govt targets – ROI
An exclusive sb.podium.ph survey reveals painfully slow progress on the…
March 19, 2025
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March 18, 2025
Conservation advice grant cut by a third
The Conservation Advice Grant for vacant traditional farmhouses has been…
March 12, 2025
Slow progress: Vacant Property Grant drawdowns lag behind target
While Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant drawdowns have increased, the number…
February 28, 2025
House in back garden to be planning exempt
New ROI minister proposes planning exemptions for cabin style homes…
February 21, 2025
Single home completions show resilience amid overall decline in 2024 – ROI
New figures reveal 2024 as a challenging year for housing…
January 24, 2025
Programme for Government 2025 falls short of supporting self-builders
The new Programme for Government offers modest updates to existing…
January 16, 2025
