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A modern cottage with a country heart
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Green-House Renewables
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Thousands build first and ask for forgiveness later
On average 5,500 applications for retention a year were submitted to the planning authorities in Ireland, more than double the average in 2019-2023.

State-backed mortgages open to more buyers
Ireland’s Local Authority mortgage schemes widen access for first-time buyers and those renovating vacant homes.
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