2024 Election Manifesto
#1
30,000 social homes* per year —accelerating the expansion of social & affordable housing supply.
60,000-70,000 new homes are needed annually. To reach the Housing Commission’s recommendations within 10 years 50% needs to be social housing (*which includes cost rental).
Housing is vital infrastructure. We need reliable funding to maintain construction through market downturns. A diverse housing supply guarantees affordability and choice for everyone.
2
Unlock the Potential of Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs)
AHBs deliver 50% of social housing. To sustain this, we must address debt and underfunding through grants and government equity.
Solve legacy funding issues by: Implementing an operational cost model and remediation scheme for older homes.
Reduce debt levels of AHBs through: grants and state equity.
Let AHBs access private and non-profit finance to diversify funding sources.
Co-operative Housing Ireland
Advance Decarbonisation in the AHB Sector
CHI delivers A2-rated homes and aims to retrofit older ones to B2. We need continued State support to meet our carbon reduction goals. AHBs need: 90% retrofit grant funding
A dedicated one-stop-shop scheme SEAI grant coverage for communal areas and multi-unit buildings
Strengthen Co-operatives & Community Land Trusts
Co-ops and Community Land Trusts
offer affordable housing through community ownership but need State support to grow.
Government should provide:
Low-interest loans
Affordable sites
Tailored legislation to make these models mainstream
Pilot a number of housing developments
Activate Affordable Housing Act
