Viability challenges threaten vitally needed housing supply in 2023  and beyond

Refugee crisis putting additional strain on both the housing system, public system and hospitality.

We are living through uncertain times and things are changing rapidly. Three major matters affecting us all right now and into the future are climate, technology and monetary policy. The housing system must adapt to these changes and all tenure of homes need to be three things: viable, sustainable, and affordable.

So, what can aid housing delivery in Ireland during this unprecedented crisis. Planning reform with achievable targets, and a collaborative spirit between the public and private sectors to combine, complement and figure out solutions. Many local authorities and State bodies such as An Bord Pleanála (or whatever it may be known as into the future) and the LDA are crying out for investment and talent. The system needs to be resourced and rebooted, the sooner the better.