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We Can’T Expect ‘The Market’ To Provide A Housing Policy, Lorcan Sirr
We Can’T Expect ‘The Market’ To Provide A Housing Policy, Lorcan Sirr
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As the government grapples with establishing a worthwhile housing policy, it would do well to remember that affordability is key. As companies increasingly choose to locate in or near cities, and people followjobs, most of Ireland’s housing needs will be in the greater Dublin area. In 2015, about half the population lives on just 20% of Ireland’s surface area, but by 2030 nearly half the nation will be living on just 10% of the land. Figures vary but the Dublin area will need 8,000-10,000 housing units per year.