In addition, the Local Authority Homes Loan Scheme is being extended to the purchase and renovation of derelict properties for the first time.
The number of homes eligible for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant is being doubled.
Cabinet ministers agreed to the move today, which will raise the target to 4 thousand homes to be delivered by 2025.
In addition, the Local Authority Homes Loan Scheme is being extended to the purchase and renovation of derelict properties for the first time.
Housing Minister Darragh O'Brien says they've reviewed the application process to make it more accessible.

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