Almost 1,100 new-build social homes at design or construction phase in Donegal

The delivery of social and affordable housing continues to gain momentum, with the latest quarterly statistics revealing strong growth and robust pipelines across both delivery streams. 

This progress is reflected in the Q2 delivery figures published by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD.

The latest Construction Status Report (CSR) details new-build social housing activity by the local authority. Nationally, 26,684 social homes were at various stages of design and construction at the end of June 2025, indicating a robust supply line.

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The reports indicate that, as of the end of Q2 2025, Donegal has 1,092 social homes at various stages of design or construction. Nationally, nearly 27,000 social homes are in design or construction nationwide

Throughout the country, the delivery of new-build social homes in the first half of the year (1,804) is up almost 54% compared to the first six months of 2024 (1,174). It is also higher than H1 delivery in 2022 (1,761) and H1 delivery in 2023 (1,393).

While first-half delivery figures are encouraging, the full picture will become clearer by year-end, as social housing delivery by local authorities and Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) typically accelerates in the second half of the year.

“These figures demonstrate that our efforts to accelerate the delivery of social housing, particularly new-build homes, are having an impact,” Welcoming the figures, Minister Browne said. “I remain firmly committed to sustaining progress in Donegal and throughout the country.  

“In July, I made a significant move to a Single Stage Approval Process for social housing projects under €200 million. This will accelerate delivery and support the achievement of our ambitious targets, and was widely welcomed by our local authorities.

“While today’s focus is on the numbers, it is ultimately about the people behind them. As Minister, I have the privilege of travelling throughout the country and witnessing first-hand the profound impact that a permanent, secure home has on individuals and families.

“I want homes built at pace and at scale across all types, social, affordable, cost rental and private. We are now constructing more social housing than at any point since the 1970s, and I am determined to ensure this progress continues."