Minister declines to say if budget will boost tax credit for renters

James Browne also defended the Government’s changing of apartment design guidelines, saying it is currently unviable for developers to build apartment complexes. Photo: Leah Farrell / © RollingNews.ie

The minister for  housing has declined to say if he will press for further increases to the rent tax credit in the upcoming budget.

James Browne said the tax credit has been a huge support for renters and the Government is aware of its importance. Renters are currently able to claim a €1,000 rent tax credit, after the tax relief was increased by €250 in Budget 2025.