Real Estate

RTB Highlights Performance of Rent Pressure Zones The Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) reports that Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs) are performing well, particularly in Dublin, where rental increases averaged just 1.3% last year. Despite discussions about potentially abolishing RPZs, RTB CEO Rosemary Steen emphasized that the decision lies with the government. Data indicates that approximately 75% […]

Renters Rights Bill 2025 Introduces Month-to-Month Tenancies The Renters Rights Bill 2025 introduces significant changes for landlords and tenants in Ireland. Under the new legislation, landlords and tenants will no longer agree to fixed tenancy periods; instead, tenancies will operate on a month-to-month basis. This change aims to provide greater flexibility and protection for tenants.

RTB Reports High Non-Compliance in Rental Property Standards Recent data indicates that nearly 75% of privately rented properties inspected by local authorities in the first nine months of the year failed to meet minimum standards. Out of 61,141 inspections, 44,699 properties did not comply with requirements related to structural repair, sanitary facilities, heating, ventilation, natural

Tenant in Situ Scheme Faces Funding Delays A Dublin grandmother and her family, including three children and a grandchild, face imminent homelessness due to stalled funding for Ireland’s tenant in situ scheme. This governmental initiative, launched in 2023, enables local authorities to purchase homes from landlords intending to sell, ensuring continuity for Housing Assistance Payment

RTB Develops New Online Dispute Resolution System The Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) is developing a new online portal to process disputes between landlords and tenants. This portal will allow users to apply and pay for dispute resolution, submit evidence, and track case progress. A pilot version is scheduled for testing by key stakeholder groups in

RTB Releases Director’s Quarterly Update on Rental Sector On February 26, 2025, the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) published its Director’s Quarterly Update for Q1 2025. The report draws on tenancy registration and administrative data to provide insights into Ireland’s rental sector. It includes information on tenancy trends, rent levels, and compliance rates. The update serves

IPOA Calls for Tax Reforms to Prevent Rental Market Collapse The IPOA is urging the government to implement tax reforms in Budget 2025 to prevent a collapse of the rental market. Their proposals include extending Capital Gains Tax relief, reducing Capital Acquisitions Tax on inherited rental properties, applying business taxation to private landlords, and introducing

RTB Reports Over 350 Illegal Evictions Between 2015 and 2024 A report by the Community Action Tenants Union reveals that the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) issued 4,524 eviction orders between 2015 and 2024, including 353 illegal evictions. The data highlights concerns about “no-fault” evictions, where landlords can evict tenants to sell or renovate properties, or

Government Considers Allowing Rent Resets Between Tenancies The Irish government is evaluating changes to housing regulations due to a decline in apartment construction and investor withdrawal. Proposals include permitting landlords to “reset” rents between tenancies and increasing the rent cap in Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs), currently limited to a 2% annual rise. Housing Minister James

RTB Targets Illegal Rent Increases in Rent Pressure Zones The Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) has identified 16,000 tenancies where landlords may have increased rents beyond the legal 2% annual cap in Rent Pressure Zones (RPZs). In response, the RTB launched an awareness campaign, including webinars and radio advertisements, to educate landlords about rent regulations. Landlords