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# Irish Council for Social Housing

ICSH is the national social housing federation representing over 270 housing associations across Ireland

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- [Irish Council for Social Housing Statement on Approved Housing Bodies Supporting Inclusive Communities](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-statement-on-approved-housing-bodies-supporting-inclusive-communities/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) and our member approved housing bodies (AHBs) are firmly opposed to the anti-migrant demonstrations taking place across Ireland. Our commitment is to ensure the right to adequate housing is universal. We are concerned about the divisive nature of these protests, which are creating fear and mistrust towards people
- [Tax on social housing will decimate the sector – says housing federation](https://icsh.ie/tax-on-social-housing-will-decimate-the-sector-says-housing-federation/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has described the levying of the property tax on social housing landlords as ‘the final blow to the future delivery of social housing’. This call came in advance of the Bill on the local property tax being debated in the Dail on Friday 14th December. Executive Director Mr
- [Addressing Ireland's Accessible Housing Crisis: Key partners unite for change at landmark event](https://icsh.ie/addressing-irelands-accessible-housing-crisis-key-partners-unite-for-change-at-landmark-event/) - The National Disability Authority (NDA), Irish Wheelchair Association (IWA), Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) and Age Friendly Ireland unite to drive national action on accessible homes. Today, their landmark housing conference entitled “Universally Designed Homes: Housing for All,” took place in Dublin, but it was very much focused on a national solution. The conference brought
- [ICSH National Social Housing Conference and Community Housing Awards 2025 15th-16th October 2025](https://icsh.ie/save-the-date-icsh-national-social-housing-conference-and-community-housing-awards-2025-15th-16th-october-2025/) - Maintaining Momentum – Delivering Homes for All This year’s ICSH National Social Housing Conference (sponsored by EnviroBead), Maintaining Momentum – Delivering Homes for All, took place in The Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan on October 15th and 16th 2025. Conference Theme This year, we jad a particular focus on delivery
- [ICSH Statement on the Publication of Government's New Housing Plan: Delivering Homes, Building Communities 2025-2030](https://icsh.ie/icsh-statement-on-the-publication-of-governments-new-housing-plan-delivering-homes-building-communities-2025-2030/) - CEO of the Irish Council for Social Housing Donal McManus says: “I would describe our initial reaction as one of a ‘cautious welcome’ for today’s announcement. The expansion of the Land Acquisition Fund to a value of €500m, and the move to put it on a ‘revolving’ footing is particularly welcome and is sure to
- [ICSH Statement on the Passing of Sister Stanislaus Kennedy](https://icsh.ie/icsh-statement-on-the-passing-of-sister-stanislaus-kennedy/) - The Staff, Board and Council of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national approved housing body (AHB) federation, are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Sister Stanislaus Kennedy, a champion for social justice, a powerful advocate for the dignity of people experiencing homelessness in Ireland and a former board member of
- [LARGEST GATHERING OF IRISH HOUSING STAKEHOLDERS UNDERWAY IN CAVAN](https://icsh.ie/largest-gathering-of-irish-housing-stakeholders-underway-in-cavan/) - Over 450 members of housing associations, councils, state bodies and more join ICSH conference The largest gathering of stakeholders in the Irish housing sector this year is getting underway with the opening of the ICSH National Social Housing Conference. Organised by the Irish Council for Social Housing, the event will see more than 450 representatives
- [PIONEERING HOUSING PROJECT FOR OLDER PEOPLE TAKES TOP IRISH AWARD](https://icsh.ie/pioneering-housing-project-for-older-people-takes-top-irish-award/) - Supported housing scheme with 52 apartments honoured at ICSH conference in Cavan A groundbreaking development for older adults has been named as the overall winner at the Irish Council for Social Housing Community Housing Awards 2025. Prizes across eleven categories were awarded at the ICSH National Social Housing Conference, hosted at the Slieve Russell hotel
- [ICSH Conference 2025 - Digital Delegate Pack](https://icsh.ie/icsh-conference-2025/) - Test test Test test
- [BUDGET 2026 LAYS FOUNDATIONS FOR INCREASED SOCIAL AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING DELIVERY](https://icsh.ie/budget-2026-lays-foundations-for-increased-social-and-affordable-housing-delivery/) - ICSH calls for publication of new housing plan as soon as possible The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) says Budget 2026 lays the foundations for more social and cost rental housing delivery but the red tape hampering the delivery of homes by Approved Housing Bodies must also be tackled. The Government yesterday unveiled a
- [CUT RED TAPE TO TACKLE HOMELESS FIGURES - ICSH](https://icsh.ie/cut-red-tape-to-tackle-homeless-figures-icsh/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) says the Government needs to reduce the amount of red tape involved in delivering new homes, in order to reduce homeless figures. Responding to news that there has been another increase in the number of homeless people in Ireland, Director of Policy with the ICSH Ailbhe McLoughlin said:
- [Cork City Innovative Housing Delivery Initiative and Wicklow Transitional Accommodation Gem Take Top Community Housing Awards](https://icsh.ie/cork-city-innovative-housing-delivery-initiative-and-wicklow-transitional-accommodation-gem-take-top-community-housing-awards/) - Cork City Council Housing Department secured the overall national winner award at the Irish Council for Social Housing Community Housing Awards 2021 on the 23rd September. The Biennial Community Awards were presented by the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alison Gilliand. Members of the public also had an opportunity to vote for the project they felt most
- [ICSH National Social Housing Conference 2023 supported by AIB](https://icsh.ie/icsh-national-social-housing-conference-2023-supported-by-aib/) - From Vision to Reality: Transforming Communities Through Placemaking with Social and Affordable Housing 18th & 19th October 2023 - Clayton Whites Hotel, Wexford This year’s ICSH National Social Housing Conference, From Vision to Reality: Transforming Communities Through Placemaking with Social and Affordable Housing, took place in Clayton Whites Hotel in Wexford on October 18th and
- [Public Can Vote Now for their Favourite Public & Affordable Housing Project in National Community Housing Awards 2023](https://icsh.ie/public-can-vote-now-for-their-favourite-public-affordable-housing-project-in-national-community-housing-awards-2023/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) Community Housing Awards 2023 showcase housing association and local authority public housing schemes at their very best. This year, we’ve shortlisted 30 projects delivered in rural and urban settings throughout Ireland. From energy optimisation to social integration, these projects are innovative ‘whole of community’ responses to a nationwide
- [Social Housing Conference to Identify Placemaking and Public Housing at the Heart of our Communities](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-conference-to-identify-placemaking-and-public-housing-at-the-heart-of-our-communities/) - - ICSH national social housing conference in Wexford on 18th-19th October - “The approved housing body (AHB) sector alongside our local authority partners are doing more than delivering on our public housing targets. Our housing delivery is coupled with a strong drive to help build the connection between communities and the places in which we
- [Ground-Breaking Cost Rental Collaboration and Landmark Restoration Project Take Top Community Housing Awards](https://icsh.ie/ground-breaking-cost-rental-collaboration-and-landmark-restoration-project-take-top-community-housing-awards/) - Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council secured the overall national winner award at the Irish Council for Social Housing Community Housing Awards 2023, on the 18th October 2023. The Biennial Community Awards were presented by RTE presenter Anne Cassin. Members of the public also had an opportunity to vote for the project they felt most deserved of
- [2015 ICSH Community Housing Award winners announced](https://icsh.ie/2015-icsh-allianz-community-housing-award-winners-announced/) - The Community Housing Awards, which encourage, recognise and reward excellence in the delivery of social housing has been in existence since 2003 and this year marks the 7th biennial Community Housing Awards. Without doubt, the standard and quality of submissions was exceptionally high this year demonstrating the sector's commitment to deliver the highest quality housing.
- [ICSH Community Housing Awards 2019](https://icsh.ie/icsh-allianz-community-housing-awards-2019/) - 2019 was a record-breaking year for the ICSH Community Housing Awards, which saw 50 entries across 10 categories. The quality of housing was exceptionally high and we are delighted to again have the opportunity to recognise excellence in the social housing sector, delivered by approved housing bodies and local authorities. Well done to all entrants,
- [ICSH welcomes the publication of the revised National Development Plan](https://icsh.ie/icsh-welcomes-the-publication-of-the-revised-national-development-plan/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed the publication today of the revised National Development Plan. Speaking after the launch of the plan ICSH CEO Donal McManus said: “The revised National Development Plan has allocated just over €28 billion to housing for the next five years separate to water and other related funding. This is
- [ICSH AGM 7th May - Annual Report 2024 Launch By Minister James Browne & AHB Activity Report 2024 Launch](https://icsh.ie/icsh-agm-7th-may-annual-report-2024-launch-by-minister-james-browne-ahb-activity-report-2024-launch/) - Launching the approved housing body (AHB) Activity Report 2024 and ICSH Annual Report 2024 are ICSH CEO, Donal McManus, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne, TD and ICSH President and Director of Development at Fold Ireland, Tina Donaghy. AHBs provided 4,385 new social homes and a remarkable 1,213 cost rental homes in 2024,
- [Record Cost Rental Delivery in 2024 By AHBs](https://icsh.ie/record-cost-rental-delivery-in-2024-by-ahbs/) - - Record delivery signals new secure affordable rental tenure is here to stay - Wednesday 7th May 2025 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) launches its Housing Association Activity Report 2024. Ireland’s housing association sector (also known as approved housing bodies or AHBs) provided 4,385 new social homes and a remarkable 1,213 cost
- [Housing Agency and IPA Housing Practitioners' Conference - April 10 & 11](https://icsh.ie/housing-agency-and-ipa-housing-practitioners-conference-april-10-11/) - The Housing Agency’s and IPA’s annual Housing Practitioners’ Conference is fast approaching. This year the conference is taking place in the Radisson Blu Hotel, Athlone, on April 10th and 11th (half-day). The theme is Momentum in Housing: Partnerships for Progress and The Housing Agency are delighted that Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD will
- [Webinar - ICSH AHB Collaboration Programme 2025](https://icsh.ie/icsh-ahb-collaboration-programme-2025/) - The ICSH is delighted to launch the 2025 Collaboration Programme with a webinar for interested parties taking place on the 18th February at 12.00pm. Now into its fourth year, the programme has been instrumental in facilitating an increased number of consolidation and collaboration projects across the AHB sector. To date over thirty projects have received
- [ICSH Statement in Response to the Publication of the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority Report into the Investigation of the Peter McVerry Trust](https://icsh.ie/icsh-statement-in-response-to-the-approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority-report-into-the-investigation-of-the-peter-mcverry-trust/) - Tuesday, 10th December 2024 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) welcomes the publication today of the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) report of the independent inspectors into the Peter McVerry Trust. The Report is the culmination of an investigation conducted from 1 October 2023 to 30 May 2024, and documents issues arising between
- [General Election 2024 - Key Approved Housing Body (AHB) Asks for the New Government](https://icsh.ie/general-election-2024-key-approved-housing-body-ahb-asks-for-the-new-government/) - The ICSH was established in 1982 as the voluntary housing federation, representing 74 bodies then providing circa 2,000 social homes – a sector described at the time as the ‘third arm’ of national housing policy. In 2016, AHBs had more than 32,000 homes in ownership and management. Eight years later, AHB housing stock has more
- [International Social Housing Festival 2025 Submission Process - ZOOM Briefing, 14th January](https://icsh.ie/international-social-housing-festival-2025-submission-process-zoom-briefing-14th-january/) - The ICSH will host a webinar on Tuesday the 14th of January at 11am on the submissions process for the International Social Housing Festival (Dublin, 4-6 June 2025). Please note that the deadline for submissions is 31st January 2025. (further information and guidelines on ISHF 2025 submissions are available below). When: Jan 14, 2025 11:00
- [ICSH Social Impact Challenge 2024](https://icsh.ie/social_impact_challenge_2024/) - Rewarding social impact projects in housing and communities The social and sustainability impact of approved housing bodies and local authorities is immeasurable. Various sectors and industries are currently working to embed ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) into their practice. However, AHBs and local authorities have been working with ESG principles at their core for many
- [Budget 2025: Key Social & Affordable Housing Measures](https://icsh.ie/budget-2025-key-social-affordable-housing-measures/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said that Budget 2025 provides a substantial capital and current expenditure allocation to a multi-annual investment programme that supports AHB new housing delivery and management for 2025. Total exchequer funding available is €4.85bn, made up of €3.2bn Capital and €1.65bn Current. The Government has committed a €6bn
- [PRESS RELEASE: We Need a Housing Budget to Deliver New Social and Cost Rental Homes AND Maintain our Valuable Public Housing Stock](https://icsh.ie/press-release-we-need-a-housing-budget-to-deliver-new-social-and-cost-rental-homes-and-maintain-our-valuable-public-housing-stock/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national approved housing body (AHB) federation with more than 270 AHB members, has said that Budget 2025 must deliver more social and affordable homes and, critically, support the sector to maintain existing social housing to an appropriate standard and on a sustainable basis. ICSH CEO, Donal McManus,
- [Social Housing Finance Conference To Discuss 10-Year Social and Cost Rental Delivery Strategy](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-finance-conference-to-discuss-10-year-social-and-cost-rental-delivery-strategy/) - - ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024, 16th to 17th October, Sligo – The Irish Council for Social Housing is hosting its 8th Finance and Development conference in Sligo on 16th and 17th October, sponsored by AIB, which will focus on how housing associations (also known as approved housing bodies) can ramp up the delivery
- [ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024: Achieving our Ambitions - Social and Affordable Housing Delivery for the Next Decade](https://icsh.ie/icsh-finance-and-development-conference-2024-achieving-our-ambitions-social-and-affordable-housing-delivery-for-the-next-decade/) - Achieving our Ambitions: Social & Affordable Housing Delivery for the next Decade 16th & 17th October 2024 – Radisson Blu Hotel, Sligo This year’s ICSH Finance and Development Conference takes place at an inflection point in the social housing sector’s development. Output has increased at a significant rate in recent years and approved housing bodies and local
- [AHBs Deliver Almost 6,000 Homes in 2023](https://icsh.ie/ahbs-deliver-almost-6000-homes-in-2023/) - -AHB Public Housing Stock at 61,500 in 2023- Wednesday 24th April 2024 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) launches its Housing Association Activity Report 2023. Ireland’s housing association sector (also known as approved housing bodies) provided 5,924 new social and cost rental homes in 2023, 47% of total social housing and 30% of
- [Leitrim County Council Expression of Interest (EOI)Manorhamilton June 2024](https://icsh.ie/leitrim-county-council-eoi-manorhamilton-june-2024/) - Leitrim County Council wishes to develop a housing scheme in Manorhamilton, Co. Leitrim and is seeking to appoint an Approved Housing Body to deliver the scheme. The County Council is undertaking a competition for an Approved Housing Body to finalise the design, finance, build and operate a development on a private site at Glen Eoin,
- [Please Endorse - European Manifesto to Lead the Way out of the Housing Crisis](https://icsh.ie/please-endorse-european-manifesto-to-lead-the-way-out-of-the-housing-crisis/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is the national federation for non-profit housing associations (also knowns as approved housing bodies or AHBs), representing more than 270 member organisations that manage approximately 65,000 homes for families, older people, disabled people, households experiencing homelessness and middle-income households. ICSH members operate in every local authority area in
- [DUBLIN SET TO HOST INTERNATIONAL SOCIAL HOUSING FESTIVAL 2025](https://icsh.ie/dublin-set-to-host-international-social-housing-festival-2025/) - Minister O’Brien launches ISHF25 which will gather thousands of people in the city next June Ireland is set to host a major international event focusing on social housing which will bring an estimated 2,000 people together in Dublin next summer. Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O'Brien TD, today officially launched the 2025
- [ICSH Newsletter - Spring/Summer 2024](https://icsh.ie/icsh-newsletter-spring-summer-2024/) - The Spring/Summer 2024 newsletter of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) covers recent updates and events in the social housing sector. Key highlights include the Housing Commission Report, which outlines a future vision for housing in Ireland, recommending an increase in social and affordable housing stock to 20%. The report emphasizes the need for
- [Save the Date: ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024](https://icsh.ie/save-the-date-icsh-finance-and-development-conference-2024/) - We look forward to welcoming delegates to our 2024 Finance and Develpoment Conference in Sligo in October. Further details on the programme and speakers will be available in the coming months. Location: Radisson Blu Hotel Sligo, Ballincar, Rosses Point Road, Sligo , F91XW7YDate: Wednesday 16th October 2024 and Thursday 17th October 2024 The conference will open on
- [Lunch and Learn Board Member Training: Regulation, Compliance and Risk](https://icsh.ie/lunch-and-learn-board-member-training-regulation-compliance-and-risk/) - June 27th, 12.30-2.30pm This session will examine the current regulatory framework that approved housing bodies operate within as well as considering the reporting requirements that are in place and how that impacts on practice. We will also evaluate how board members should consider risk within their organisations and how this can impact on practice. This
- [Housing Report Proposes Important Interventions for AHBs as Pivotal Public Housing Providers](https://icsh.ie/housing-report-proposes-important-interventions-for-ahbs-as-pivotal-public-housing-providers/) - PRESS STATEMENT 23 May 2024 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) welcomes the publication of the Report of the Housing Commission. This comprehensive report documents the shortcomings of the current housing system. Crucially however, it also proposes a set of structures and responses that will assist housing associations (AHBs) and housing providers more broadly
- [ICSH 2024 Annual General Meeting 24th April](https://icsh.ie/icsh-2024-annual-general-meeting-24th-april/) - Location: Phoenix Suite, Ashling Hotel, Parkgate Street, Dublin 8, D08 P38NDate: Wednesday 24th April 2024Time: Refreshments from 10.30am. The AGM commences at 11.30am ICSH Affiliated Member associations are entitled to vote to send a delegate(s) to the AGM including designated staff or other AHB Board Members and volunteers who are also welcome to attend. The
- [Introduction to Social Housing: Induction Information Sessions 2024](https://icsh.ie/introduction-to-social-housing-information-sessions/) - Register now for our Introduction to Social Housing Information sessions taking place in the Ashling Hotel, Parkgate Street, Dublin 8 from January to May 2024. The social housing sector has expanded hugely in recent years and with social housing delivery targets and the housing policy framework indicating the sector will continue to grow and evolve,
- [Approved Housing Body 2023 Tenant Satisfaction Remains High During Challenging Times](https://icsh.ie/approved-housing-body-2023-tenant-satisfaction-remains-high-during-challenging-times/) - Tuesday 28th November 2023 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) publishes the results of the 2023 Social Housing Tenant Satisfaction Survey. Against a backdrop of increased cost of living and unprecedented demand for affordable rental housing, the 2023 survey results are reassuring with overall tenant satisfaction in AHB management practices and service delivery
- [AHB Collaboration Programme 2024 Information Webinar](https://icsh.ie/ahb-collaboration-programme-2024-information-webinar/) - The ICSH AHB Collaboration Programme has been established to support collaboration and consolidation projects in the AHB sector. Projects such as mergers between smaller bodies, takeovers involving smaller and larger AHBs, the establishment of group service arrangements for AHBs and any other relevant initiatives leading to the re-organisation and rationalisation of the AHB sector are
- [Housing Agency - Housing Practitioners Conference](https://icsh.ie/housing-agency-housing-practitioners-conference/) - The 2024 Housing Practitioners' Conference will take place in the Mullingar Park Hotel. (Opens in new window), Mullingar, Co Westmeath, on Thursday, 25 April and Friday, 26 April 2024 (half day). The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien T.D., will open the conference which will involve a day and a half of expert
- [Iveagh Trust Launch Kiln View, Dublin 18](https://icsh.ie/iveagh-trust-launch-kiln-view-dublin-18/) - Clay Farm is an Iveagh Trust scheme delivered as a Part V by Park Developments. The scheme has 123 units and is the Iveagh Trust’s first endeavour in the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Local Authority area. The first phase of Clay Farm consisted of 68 units and was tenanted from the Local Authority waiting list in
- [Join CHI to celebrate International Women's Day!](https://icsh.ie/join-chi-to-celebrate-international-womens-day/) - Hidden Gems: Illuminating the brilliance of Women takes place at the Ashling Hotel on Tuesday 5th March CHI's Community Engagement Team is holding a free and interactive event, 'Hidden Gems: Illuminating the brilliance of women' to mark International Women's Day 2024. This year's theme is #InspiringInclusion. On Tuesday 5th March, you will hear stories from
- [The Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) CEO Susanna Lyons will be stepping down from her role in April 2024](https://icsh.ie/the-approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority-ahbra-ceo-susanna-lyons-will-be-stepping-down-from-her-role-in-april-2024/) - As the first CEO with the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA), Susanna Lyons has been responsible for leading the establishment and development of AHBRA and has put in place a solid foundation on which her successor can continue to build a meaningful regulatory, engagement and communication framework with AHBs. We thank Susanna for her time as CEO and particularly for
- [Introduction to Social Housing (Induction Seminars): The Social Housing Landscape, 17th January](https://icsh.ie/introduction-to-social-housing-induction-seminars-the-social-housing-landscape-17th-january/) - We hosted the first of our 'Introduction to Social Housing: Induction Information Sessions 2024' in the Ashling Hotel, Dublin. Great attendance and enthusiastic discussions from staff of our diverse membership of AHBs (big and small) working across the country. ICSH members deliver housing and support services locally and nationally, which support individuals’ capacity to enjoy their
- [Introduction to Social Housing Induction Information Sessions: The Social Housing Landscape, 17th January](https://icsh.ie/introduction-to-social-housing-induction-information-sessions-the-social-housing-landscape-17th-january/) - Register now for the first in our Introduction to Social Housing Induction Seminars taking place in the Ashling Hotel, Parkgate Street, Dublin next Wednesday, January 17th 2024. The session will run from 9.45am to 1pm followed by lunch and it takes place in the Phoenix Suite of the Ashling Hotel, Parkgate Street, Dublin (adjacent to
- [Building Defects: Interim Remediation Scheme Opens for Application](https://icsh.ie/building-defects-interim-remediation-scheme-opens-for-application/) - The Interim Remediation Scheme for the funding of emergency fire safety defect works in apartments and duplexes, constructed between 1991 and 2013, opened for applications from Owners' Management Companies (OMCs) from 1pm on December 11th 2023. The interim scheme will provide for the full funding of interim measures in order to provide an acceptable level of
- [Measuring the Social Impact of AHBs in Ireland – framework launch](https://icsh.ie/measuring-the-social-impact-of-ahbs-in-ireland-framework-launch/) - Join Circle VHA, Clúid Housing and Respond for a webinar to launch a new framework for measuring the social impact of Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) in Ireland. Why Attend? Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) play a pivotal role in providing quality homes to people, enabling them to participate fully in society. While we can quantify the
- [ICSH CALF Financial Model Webinar: 22nd May, 11am](https://icsh.ie/icsh-calf-financial-model-webinar-22nd-may-11am/) - ICSH members are invited to register for our upcoming webinar on the new CALF financial model. This training will be led by Hugh Coll, designer of the ICSH CALF model, who will run through the viability model with a focus on the changes made as part of the CALF review. Pat Fitzpatrick of the Housing Agency
- [Budget 2024 Must Address Legacy Issues to Safeguard AHB Sector’s Housing Stock and Enable Capacity for New AHB Social and Cost Rental Housing Delivery](https://icsh.ie/budget-2024-must-address-legacy-issues-to-safeguard-ahb-sectors-housing-stock-and-enable-capacity-for-new-ahb-social-and-cost-rental-housing-delivery/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the approved housing bodies (AHB) membership body, has said that Budget 2024 must allocate for continued investment in the AHB sector’s core capital funding programmes, and also address a number of key ongoing legacy issues, which include building defects and costs associated with ageing and out-of-mortgage housing stock.
- [Clúid Housing - Annual Simon Brooke Lecture, 27th September](https://icsh.ie/cluid-housing-annual-simon-brooke-lecture-27th-september/) - Simon Brooke was a longstanding advocate of social and affordable housing in Ireland. His passion for the sector and for the provision of high-quality, affordable, secure homes for individuals and families across the country was reflected in his work over many decades. Up until his untimely death in November 2019, Simon worked tirelessly to break
- [Expressions of Interest sought for delivery of AHB scheme at Delmege Park, Moyross, Limerick](https://icsh.ie/expressions-of-interest-sought-for-delivery-of-ahb-scheme-at-delmege-park-moyross-limerick/) - Limerick City & County Council are seeking expressions of interest from Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs)for proposals for the provision of an Approved Housing Body housing scheme on a council‐owned site inLimerick city.Please note that Limerick City & County Council are subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2014Expressions of Interest must be returned clearly marked
- [Dublin Announced as next Host Location for International Social Housing Festival in 2025](https://icsh.ie/dublin-announced-as-next-host-location-for-international-social-housing-festival-in-2025/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is pleased to announce that Dublin has been selected as the next host location for the International Social Housing Festival (ISHF) in 2025. Speaking after the closing ceremony of ISHF 2023 in Barcelona, Donal McManus CEO of the ICSH said: “The ICSH, together with Co-operative Housing Ireland (CHI)
- [Introduction to Tenant Engagement, Wednesday, 31st May, 1-2pm](https://icsh.ie/introduction-to-tenant-engagement-wednesday-31st-may-1-2pm/) - Tenant engagement within approved housing bodies has come under increasing focus in recent years with AHBs now being expected to actively seek the views and engagement of their tenants. There are various approaches to this and this webinar will examine some successful ways tenant engagement has been utilised in the sector as well as looking
- [AHB Allocation Process Code of Practice Webinar](https://icsh.ie/ahb-allocation-process-code-of-practice-webinar/) - On May 24th, the LGMA hosted a webinar on the AHB Allocations Code of Practice which provided valuable insights and experiences on the application of the Code. The recording of the webinar can be viewed or downloaded here. Click here for further information on the Code of Practice itself and how it should be used.
- [PRESS RELEASE: AHB Sector Grew by 10% in One Year with Almost 5,000 New Social and Cost Rental Homes in 2022](https://icsh.ie/press-release-ahb-sector-grew-by-10-in-one-year-with-almost-5000-new-social-and-cost-rental-homes-in-2022/) - - 2022 Marks 40 Years of Approved Housing Body Federation with 4,949 Homes Delivered - Wednesday 3rd May 2023 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) launches its Housing Association Activity Report 2022. Ireland’s housing association sector provided 4,949 new social and cost rental homes in 2022, 44% of total social housing and 69% of
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Statement on Extending the Moratorium on Eviction](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-statement-on-extending-the-moratorium-on-eviction/) - The ICSH supports the call from many of our members organisations providing housing and services to homeless households, to extend the current eviction ban. The ban is not a homelessness solution but is a crisis response, and the housing and homelessness crisis has not abated. Pat Dennigan, CEO of Focus Ireland, has said that we
- [ICSH Shines Spotlight on Female Leadership on International Women’s Day 2023](https://icsh.ie/icsh-shines-spotlight-on-female-leadership-on-international-womens-day-2023/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is planning a series of events over the course of 2023, which will shine a spotlight on the women in the sector who are showing leadership within our approved housing body (AHB) member organisations, and as AHB tenant community builders. Our annual Autumn housing conference is just such
- [<strong>New Government Funding Measures for AHB Homes to Support Viability of 1000s of Social Homes in Pipeline</strong>](https://icsh.ie/new-government-funding-measures-for-ahb-homes-to-support-viability-of-1000s-of-social-homes-in-pipeline/) - PRESS STATEMENT The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed today’s publication of the Capital Advance leasing Facility (CALF) review. We are keenly aware that the completion of this review allows for a significant number of housing projects to progress immediately and thousands of new homes to be built. This is our members’ primary
- [Collaboration Programme 2023 Launch](https://icsh.ie/collaboration-programme-2023-launch/) - The ICSH is delighted to announce that it is now opening the process for applications for the 2023 Collaboration Programme which supports collaboration and consolidation projects in the AHB sector. This Programme is becoming a vital component in driving innovative new ways of working in the sector and in 2022 twelve projects were chosen for
- [<strong>Tánaiste launches Peter McVerry Trust’s new social housing project that re-used de Valera’s former school</strong>](https://icsh.ie/tanaiste-launches-peter-mcverry-trusts-new-social-housing-project-that-re-used-de-valeras-former-school/) - Peter McVerry Trust, the national housing and homeless charity, has delivered nine new social housing apartments at a former Christian Brothers School on Main Street, Charleville, Cork. The project is the latest in a growing list of innovative social housing projects delivered by Peter McVerry Trust that specialises in reusing derelict and empty buildings to
- [EnergyCloud launches new initiative to provide free hot water to 1,000 Clúid Housing homes using surplus renewable energy](https://icsh.ie/energycloud-launches-new-initiative-to-provide-free-hot-water-to-1000-cluid-housing-homes-using-surplus-renewable-energy/) - Dublin, Ireland, February 23, 2023 – Over 1,000 Irish homes will soon be equipped to benefit from free hot water with the installation of EnergyCloud’s smart devices. The pilot initiative, which was announced as part of a collaboration between not-for-profit EnergyCloud, and Amazon Web Services (AWS), will enable families in 1,000 Clúid Housing homes to
- [Tackling homelessness and delivering more social housing: Is repurposing un-commenced build-to-rent planning permissions part of the solution?](https://icsh.ie/tackling-homelessness-and-delivering-more-social-housing/) - Is repurposing un-commenced build-to-rent planning permissions part of the solution? The half-day seminar will take place on: Tuesday, 7 March 2023, 9am-1pm (exact time TBC) at the Irish Architectural Archive, 45 Merrion Square East, Dublin 2, D02 VY60. Even during a period of such unmet need for high-quality affordable housing, reports suggest that there are
- [<strong>Women in Leadership Forum - Co-operative Housing Ireland</strong>](https://icsh.ie/women-in-leadership-forum-co-operative-housing-ireland/) - Wed 8 Mar 2023 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM GMT Wood Quay, Fishamble St, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, D08 RF3F Be the Change CHI are excited to announce two events taking place early March during the week of International Women’s Day. This year, CHI are focusing on Women in Leadership. Leadership has many strands, at
- [<strong>Approved Housing Body Federation Welcomes Government Approval of Building Defects Scheme</strong>](https://icsh.ie/approved-housing-body-federation-welcomes-government-approval-of-building-defects-scheme/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed Government’s decision today to approve the drafting of legislation to support a remediation scheme of apartments and duplexes with fire safety, structural safety and water ingress defects, constructed between 1991 and 2013. Speaking on foot of today’s announcement, ICSH CEO, Donal McManus, said: “As the national
- [ICSH Celebrates 40-year Anniversary with Member Approved Housing Bodies](https://icsh.ie/icsh-celebrates-40-year-anniversary-with-member-approved-housing-bodies/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), first established as the Housing Centre in 1982, has been support the growth of the housing association/approved housing body sector for 40 years, starting with a few thousand homes in the early 1980s to almost 55,000 owned and managed by the sector in 2022. The ICSH invited members
- [Invitation: Celebrating 40 years of the ICSH. Alex Hotel Dublin, 2pm](https://icsh.ie/invitation-celebrating-40-years-of-the-icsh-alex-hotel-dublin-2pm/) - The ICSH would like to invite all members to celebrate our 40th anniversary at an event in the Alex Hotel, Fenian Street, Dublin 2 at 2pm on Monday, December 12th. 1982 marked the beginning of significant growth of the housing association / approved housing body sector, with many of our member organisations emerging during the
- [Donation of family home in Glenageary sees new residential start for four people living with Intellectual Disability](https://icsh.ie/donation-of-family-home-in-glenageary-sees-new-residential-start-for-four-people-living-with-intellectual-disability/) - The official opening ceremony took place in Glenageary on Tue 4th October of a revamped family home which has been donated to St John of God Housing Association, for the dedicated purpose of serving as a permanent future home for 4 people living with intellectual disability. The four-bedroom detached house has been generously donated by
- [Guidelines for AHB Tenants Registering Accommodation Pledges to Ukrainian Refugees](https://icsh.ie/guidelines-for-ahb-tenants-registering-accommodation-pledges-to-ukrainian-refugees/) - The Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage is developing systemic responses to the escalating challenge posed by the war in Ukraine and resulting refugee crisis. The total number of refugees entering Ireland as a result of this crisis may be in the hundreds of thousands and therefore all options must be explored to find
- [PRESS RELEASE: Drivers for Sustainable Financing and Innovation for Delivery Key Themes at National Social Housing Conference, Sligo, 19-20 October 2022](https://icsh.ie/press-release-drivers-for-sustainable-financing-and-innovation-for-delivery-key-themes-at-national-social-housing-conference-sligo-19-20-october-2022/) - “The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is very pleased to be hosting our first in-person annual social housing conference since 2019. The current challenges facing public and private residential construction are increasingly more complex and systemic, and this urgently requires a cohesive national response from the private, not-for-profit and state sectors. Our conference brings
- [PRESS RELEASE: Budget 2023 Must Support Sustainable Social and Affordable Housing Delivery. Vulnerable Households Must be Protected from Rising Costs](https://icsh.ie/press-release-budget-2023-must-support-sustainable-social-and-affordable-housing-delivery-vulnerable-households-must-be-protected-from-rising-costs/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said that sufficient funding for approved housing body (AHB) social housing delivery as well as targeted and holistic cost-of-living supports must be at the forefront of Budget 2023 to protect the current housing delivery pipeline and ease the cost of living challenges faced by lower income households.
- [Budget 2023 Reassures with Vital Cost of Living Measures and Sustained Investment in New Affordable Homes](https://icsh.ie/budget-2023-reassures-with-vital-cost-of-living-measures-and-sustained-investment-in-new-affordable-homes/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said that the Budget 2023 €2.6 billion capital and €1.4 billion current social and affordable housing investment commitment reassures with a sustained multi-annual funding of €4 billion, and signals shared purpose by a coalition government in response to a housing crisis that will remain challenging for the
- [ICSH AHB Collaboration Programme and Fund 2022](https://icsh.ie/icsh-ahb-collaboration-programme-and-fund-2022/) - The ICSH AHB Collaboration Programme and Fund has been established to support projects such as mergers between smaller bodies, takeovers of one AHB by another, the establishment of group service arrangements for AHBs and any other relevant initiatives leading to the re-organisation of the AHB sector. About the AHB Collaboration Fund The ICSH AHB Collaboration
- [Webinar: Retrofitting the AHB sector](https://icsh.ie/retrofitting-the-ahb-sector/) - The sector has a challenge ahead of it with retrofitting high volumes of stock. This webinar is an opportunity for SEAI to present the One Stop Shop grant to the sector in a very practical and user-friendly way, as well an opportunity to hear from members who have experienced retrofitting at large and smaller scale.
- [Allocations Code of Practice Information Session - Friday, July 22nd](https://icsh.ie/allocations-code-of-practice-information-session-friday-july-22nd/) - A Code of Practice on the AHB Allocations Process has recently been published by the LGMA (Local Government Management Agency) following consultation with the ICSH, approved housing bodies and local authorities. The Code aims to establish a collaborative approach to AHB allocations and it is hoped that this will result in more consistent and effective
- [Expressions of Interest: HSE CHO7 Care and Support Plus Group](https://icsh.ie/expressions-of-interest-hse-cho7-care-and-support-plus-group/) - The HSE CHO7 Community Living Implementation Group is seeking expressions of interest for membership of its Care and Support Plus Housing Model Development Group in Dublin South Central. This group includes members from local authorities and People with Lived Experience (PWLE) who bring a diverse range of perspectives working in collaboration towards a shared vision -
- [Launch of ICSH Strategic Plan 2022-2026 and the Housing Association Activity Report 2021](https://icsh.ie/launch-of-icsh-strategic-plan-2022-2026-and-the-housing-association-activity-report-2021/) - We were very please to launch our Strategic Plan 2022-2026 and the Housing Association Activity Report 2021 in the beautiful surroundings of the Goethe Institute, Dublin 2 on Wednesday 29th June 2022. In attendance were ICSH member organisations, elected officials (councillors and TDs), staff from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the Approved
- [3,792 AHB Homes Delivered in 2021 Signals Return to Pre-COVID Levels](https://icsh.ie/3792-ahb-homes-delivered-in-2021-signals-return-to-pre-covid-levels/) - - Approved Housing Bodies Launch 2021 Housing Delivery Activity Report with 14% Increase in Annual Delivery - Wednesday 29th June, 2022 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) will launch the Housing Association Activity Report 2021 and the Irish Council for Social Housing Strategic Plan 2022-2026. Ireland’s approved housing body (also known as housing
- [Launch of ICSH Strategic Plan 2022-2026 and Housing Association Activity Report 2021 - 29th June, Goethe Institute Dublin 1pm-3pm](https://icsh.ie/launch-of-icsh-strategic-plan-2022-2026-and-housing-association-activity-report-2021-29th-june-goethe-institute-dublin-1pm-3pm/) - The ICSH Chief Executive, Board and staff will launch the ICSH Strategic Plan 2022-2026, the Housing Association Activity Report 2021 and the Housing Association Performance Management (HAPM) Report 2021 on Wednesday 29th June 2022. The Activity Report 2021 captures AHB delivery that signals a return to pre-COVID levels and communicates a sector that, having grown
- [Housing Manual information session - July 5th, 11am](https://icsh.ie/housing-manual-information-session-july-5th-11am/) - The Housing Agency has recently revised and updated the Housing Manual, which can be found at www.housingmanual.ie. The Housing Manual is a comprehensive and up to date resource for housing practitioners In Ireland. The Housing Manual contains a wealth of information, organised under five headings: housing supply, housing management, pathways to home ownership, housing policy
- [Introductory webinars - June 2022](https://icsh.ie/introductory-webinars-june-2022/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is hosting a series of introductory webinars in June on key housing issues. These sessions will be informal lunchtime information sessions, delivered by the ICSH. As these are brief introductory sessions they are best suited to those who are new to working in housing but open to all
- [ICSH Member Regional Meetings - May 2022](https://icsh.ie/icsh-member-regional-meetings-may-2022/) - The ICSH is pleased to confirm that it will host a round of in-person and online regional meetings (via Zoom) over the course of May 2022. The in-person meetings will be held in Kilkenny, Cork and Mayo (see below). These meetings provide an open forum for the ICSH to assist members in the development, management
- [Expressions of Interest: Mental Health Tenancy Sustainment Officers under the National Housing Strategy for Disabled People 2022-2027](https://icsh.ie/expressions-of-interest-mental-health-tenancy-sustainment-officers-under-the-national-housing-strategy-for-disabled-people-2022-2027/) - As part of the initial workplan of ‘Theme 2 – Interagency Collaboration and the Provision of Supports’, contained in the National Housing Strategy for Disabled People 2022-2027, the Mental Health Tenancy Sustainment Officer (TSO) role is to be extended nationally through the Approved Housing Body (AHB) sector. The TSOs will work with local authorities and AHBs
- [ICSH Annual General Meeting 2022](https://icsh.ie/icsh-annual-general-meeting-2022/) - Note: It had been intended to hold it in person in a hotel, but with recent upsurges in COVID cases, we will instead, hold the meeting online. Wednesday 27th April 2022 @ 11.30 am online (Zoom) All ICSH Affiliated Member associations are entitled to vote and send a delegate to the AGM and other AHB
- [Tenure Mixing and ‘Tenure Blind’ Design Key to Integrated Communities of Private and Social Housing Residents](https://icsh.ie/tenure-mixing-and-tenure-blind-design-key-to-integrated-communities-of-private-and-social-housing-residents/) - PRESS RELEASEThursday 31st March 2022 Tenure Mixing and ‘Tenure Blind’ Design Key to Integrated Communities of Private and Social Housing Residents– Important Research of AHB Housing Flags Successes and Obstacles to Help Inform National Public Housing Policy – A report being launched today, commissioned by the Housing Agency and the Irish Council for Social Housing
- [Launch of Report ‘Social Housing in Mixed Tenure Communities’ Thursday 31st March 2022](https://icsh.ie/launch-of-report-social-housing-in-mixed-tenure-communities-thursday-31st-march-2022/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing and The Housing Agency commissioned research on the extent of mixed tenure development in social housing provided by approved housing bodies (AHBs). The research was carried out by Professor Michelle Norris and Dr. Aideen Hayden of UCD. The research report will be launched at this webinar with a presentation
- [ICSH and Office of Government Procurement Joint Webinar on Architect Led Design Team Services Framework](https://icsh.ie/icsh-and-office-of-government-procurement-joint-webinar-on-architect-led-design-team-services-framework-2/) - On Wednesday 23rd Feb 2022 The ICSH and Office of Government Procurement hosted a joint webinar on the Architect Led Design Team Services Framework This webinar was aimed at members who are intending to deliver housing and want to know how the OGP can assist them. The OGP presented an overview of this new dedicated
- [ICSH Cyber Security Webinar – Tuesday, 8th March, 11am – 12.30pm](https://icsh.ie/icsh-cyber-security-webinar-tuesday-8th-march-11am-12-30pm/) - Book now for our webinar on Cyber Security coming up on Tuesday, March 8th from 11am - 12.30pm. Cyber security is an issue that all organisations, no matter how large or small, should be taking steps to strengthen. This webinar will hear from experts in this field: Greg Poland, IT Manager, RespondMuriel Koyce, IT and
- [Fold housing – Premiere of New Dolphin Park Residents’ Film ‘Waiting’ at Dublin International Film Festival](https://icsh.ie/fold-housing-premiere-of-new-dolphin-park-residents-film-waiting-at-dublin-international-film-festival/) - Fold housing are proud and excited to support our tenants Phyllis McGlynn and Ann Delaney from New Dolphin Park who, in conjunction with the local D8 Mens Shed and other Rialto residents, wrote and performed in a short film called “Waiting”. These talented seniors have been working with filmmaker Paul Farren over the past few
- [Minister O’Brien Approves Regulatory Standards for Approved Housing Bodies Sector](https://icsh.ie/minister-obrien-approves-regulatory-standards-for-approved-housing-bodies-sector/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is the national representative federation for non-profit housing associations in Ireland (also known as Approved Housing Bodies or AHBs). The ICSH represents over 270 member organisations that, in addition to providing over 43,000 homes, also deliver a range of complimentary services to tenants that include families, older people,
- [Embedding a Culture of Tenant Engagement: Recommendations for Social Housing in the Irish Context](https://icsh.ie/embedding-a-culture-of-tenant-engagement-recommendations-for-social-housing-in-the-irish-context/) - On Thursday 17th of February from 12 - 12.30pm Tuath Housing Association will be holding an online launch of Embedding a Culture of Tenant Engagement: Recommendations for Social Housing in the Irish Context, a report produced for Tuath Housing Association by Dr Joe Frey (University of Glasgow) and Dr Peter Shanks (University of Birmingham) This
- [ICSH and Office of Government Procurement Joint Webinar on Architect Led Design Team Services Framework](https://icsh.ie/icsh-and-office-of-government-procurement-joint-webinar-on-architect-led-design-team-services-framework/) - This webinar will be particularly valuable to members who are intending to deliver housing and want to know how the OGP can assist them. The OGP will go through this new dedicated resource and how it can benefit AHBs by speeding up the procurement process. We will also hear from Tuath Housing about their experience
- [2022 Training: Practitioner Training, Commercial Skills for Public Capital Works Projects](https://icsh.ie/2022-training-practitioner-training-commercial-skills-for-public-capital-works-projects/) - The Commercial Skills Academy in the Office of Government Procurement has reserved 2 places on each course of their 2022 Practitioner Training, Commercial Skills for Public Capital Works Projects. The OGP signals that people participating in this training are usually technical staff and should have some awareness/ experience of The Capital Works Management Framework. Please
- [Taoiseach Officially Opens New Homes in County Meath](https://icsh.ie/taoiseach-officially-opens-new-homes-in-county-meath/) - Cathaoirleach of Meath County Council, Cllr. Seán Drew welcomed An Taoiseach Micheál Martin to the Royal County to officially open the new homes at Gort Fionnbarra, delivered by Tuath Housing, in partnership with Meath County Council. The Gort Fionnbarra development consists of 109 homes in total and has been delivered in two phases. The homes,
- [Tuath Housing New Social Homes in Dundalk Officially Opened by Minister O'Brien](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-new-social-homes-in-dundalk-officially-opened-by-minister-obrien/) - The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage Darragh O’Brien today officially opened a new development delivered by Tuath Housing in partnership with Louth County Council at Cathedral View in Dundalk. To date, 42 homes at Cathedral View have been delivered by Tuath Housing and are being allocated to people from Louth County Council’s housing
- [56 new cost rental homes in Kildare from Clúid Housing](https://icsh.ie/56-new-cost-rental-homes-in-kildare-from-cluid-housing/) - Clúid Housing opens applications for 56 new cost rental homes in Kildare The 56 new homes are a mix of two-, and three-bedroom terraced and semi-detached homes. The cost rental homes are located in Barnhall Meadows, Leixlip Co. Kildare. Under the Government’s Cost Rental Scheme, rents are targeted at a minimum of 25% below open
- [Webinar on Collaboration and Launch of Building Partnerships, a Resource for AHBs - December 14th 2021](https://icsh.ie/webinar-on-collaboration-and-launch-of-building-partnerships-a-resource-for-ahbs-december-14th-2021/) - The ICSH hosted a webinar for members on collaboration, which included the launch of its new guidance resource for members Building Partnerships, produced to assist AHBs that are considering their future options with the introduction of statutory regulation.The webinar was chaired by ICSH President Pat Doyle, who is also Chief Executive of the Peter McVerry
- [Budget 2022 Lays Strong Foundation for a 10-Year Housing Plan that Must not be Derailed](https://icsh.ie/budget-2022-lays-strong-foundation-for-a-10-year-housing-plan-that-must-not-be-derailed/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said that the Budget 2022 €4 billion capital and current investment in housing signals a commitment to a programme that responds to housing affordability pressures and supports local authorities and our approved housing body members to grow our stock of social housing and affordable rental homes. The
- [Webinar: Acquisitions in Multi-Unit Developments – Fire Safety Considerations](https://icsh.ie/webinar-acquisitions-in-multi-unit-developments-fire-safety-considerations/) - The ICSH is hosting a free webinar ‘Acquisitions in Multi-Unit Developments – Fire Safety Considerations’ Date: Thursday 14th October 2021 Time: 11am – 12pm Venue: Zoom In this webinar presentation David Rouse, MUDs Advisor with The Housing Agency, will deliver an overview of key considerations related to fire safety for approved housing bodies acquiring homes,
- [Housing for All Summary ICSH Summary Note](https://icsh.ie/housing-for-all-summary/) - Housing for All is a 10-year housing plan with 5 year targets and a funding commitment of €4b per annum. Following is a summary of some of the commitments and actions which will involve Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs) in the roll out and targets under the new plan. Housing_for_All_Summary_ICSH_Summary_Note_September_2021Download
- [Increased capacity within housing association sector will deliver 5,000 homes per year, social housing conference hears](https://icsh.ie/increased-capacity-within-housing-association-sector-will-deliver-5000-homes-per-year-social-housing-conference-hears/) - Wednesday 22nd September 2021 Approved housing bodies (AHBs) are set to double the number of social homes they provide to meet the targets in the government’s national housing plan, Housing for All. That’s according to the Irish Council for Social Housing, the national federation for non-profit housing associations, who are holding their national housing conference
- [Pat Doyle Newly Elected President of the Irish Council for Social Housing](https://icsh.ie/pat-doyle-newly-elected-president-of-the-irish-council-for-social-housing/) - Pat Doyle, the CEO of Peter McVerry Trust, the national housing and homeless charity, has been re-elected as President of the Irish Council for Social Housing with unanimous support of the Board. This is Mr Doyle’s second term as President of the ICSH and will see him fulfil the role until 2024. Commenting on his
- [Approved Housing Body Federation Welcome Housing for All Commitment to Boost Permanent Social Housing Stock](https://icsh.ie/approved-housing-body-federation-welcome-housing-for-all-commitment-to-boost-permanent-social-housing-stock/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed today’s publication of the Government’s Housing for All national housing plan. Speaking on foot of today’s launch, ICSH CEO, Donal McManus, said: “As the national social housing federation, representing more than 250 approved housing bodies across Ireland, we welcome the enhanced role for approved housing bodies
- [Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority Seeking AHB Focus Groups for Preparation of Draft Regulatory Standards](https://icsh.ie/approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority-seeking-ahbs-for-draft-standards-focus-groups/) - The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, recently commenced the relevant sections of the 2019 Act to allow for the drafting of Regulatory Standards. AHBRA is keen to ensure that AHBs are involved in the development of those standards, and are seeking AHB input at an early stage of the drafting process.
- [ICSH Council Elections 2021 - 2024](https://icsh.ie/icsh-council-elections-2021-2024/) - July 2021 To all relevant ICSH member organisations, Dear Members, On June 17th 2021 an EGM to amend the ICSH Memorandum & Articles of Association was held, and arising from that the new ICSH Governance structures were agreed. COUNCIL OF THE ICSH The Council shall be comprised of the elected representatives of full affiliated member
- [Domestic Violence Awareness Workshop for Practitioners](https://icsh.ie/domestic-violence-awareness-workshop-for-practitioners/) - On Thursday 29th July from 2pm- 4pm The ICSH and SONAS are running an online Domestic Violence Awareness Workshop for frontline housing practitioners. **Places are limited, advance booking is required** Please email Lyndsey@icsh.ie to book your place Most often, the victims of domestic violence are women and children and almost all will come in
- [Stock Condition Surveys - Webinar, 1st July, 11am](https://icsh.ie/stock-condition-surveys-webinar-1st-july-11am/) - The ICSH is hosting a free one hour webinar on 1st July 2021 at 11.00am on Stock Condition Surveys and their part in effective asset management. This webinar will contain expert input from Impart Links who are currently one of the leading providers of stock condition survey resources and analysis for housing associations in Ireland.The
- [Training: Dealing with Challenging Behaviour - ICSH & Quell](https://icsh.ie/training-challenging-behaviour-icsh-quell/) - Over the months June to July, ICSH will be hosting training for our members through Quell on Dealing with Challenging Behaviour These are 2.5hrs training sessions. We encourage you to sign up early as there is a maximum of 12 places available for each session. Please contact lyndsey@icsh.ie to book a place. Dates 23rd June6th
- [Approved Housing Bodies Exceeding Rebuilding Ireland 2021 Delivery Targets Despite Covid Challenges](https://icsh.ie/approved-housing-bodies-exceeding-rebuilding-ireland-2021-delivery-targets-despite-covid-challenges/) - 42% of Social Housing Delivered by Housing Associations in 2020 -Housing Association Sector Launches its 2020 Social Housing Completions Report - Thursday 17th June 2021 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) will launch the Housing Association Activity Report 2020. Ireland’s housing association sector provided 3,312 social homes in 2020, 42% of the national
- [ICSH Extraordinary General Meeting  & Annual General Meeting 2021](https://icsh.ie/icsh-extraordinary-general-meeting-annual-general-meeting-2021/) - Thursday 17th June 2021, via Zoom The EGM will commence at 11.30amThe AGM will commence at 12pm All ICSH Affiliated Member associations are entitled to send a delegate to the EGM/AGM and other AHB Board Members and volunteers are also welcome to attend. The EGM/AGM willbe attended by Board Officers and Secretariat at an AGM
- [Training – Lone Working Awareness - 13th May 2021](https://icsh.ie/training-lone-working-awareness-13th-may-2021/) - Lone Working Awareness ICSH will be hosting training for our members through Quell on Lone Working Awareness. This training session will run for 2.5hrs. Please contact lyndsey@icsh.ie to book a place. Attendees: Frontline Lone Working Staff – Up to a maximum of 12.Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes (approx.)Cost: €75 per attendeeTime: 10am – 12:30pm (2.5hrs
- [ICSH Welcomes Cost Rental Scheme as New Departure in Irish Housing System](https://icsh.ie/icsh-welcomes-cost-rental-scheme-as-new-departure-in-irish-housing-system/) - The ICSH welcomes the new legislative basis for cost rental housing in Ireland included in the Government’s Affordable Housing Bill 2021. Donal McManus, ICSH CEO said ‘the ICSH has long supported the move towards building a cost rental sector in Ireland to provide tenants with long-term security of tenure coupled with affordable rents that will
- [Report Gives Green Light for Large Scale State Investment in Cost Rental Housing](https://icsh.ie/report-gives-green-light-for-large-scale-state-investment-in-cost-rental-housing/) - - No State Aid Related Obstacles - Press Release, Thursday 29th April Research being launched today, Commissioned by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) and produced by Professor Padraic Kenna, at the Centre for Housing Law, Rights and Policy NUI Galway, confirms that state support in new cost rental housing is in line with
- [Cost Rental Housing and Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI) - Research Launch 29th April 11am](https://icsh.ie/cost-rental-housing-and-services-of-general-economic-interest-sgei-research-launch-29th-april-11am/) - Report Launch (via Zoom) - Thursday 29th April 11amSupporting the Irish Housing System to Address Housing Market Failure: Cost Rental Housing and Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI) This research, commissioned by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) was produced by Professor Padraic Kenna, at the Centre for Housing Law, Rights and Policy NUI
- [Meet the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) Webinars for AHB Members](https://icsh.ie/meet-the-approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority-ahbra-webinars-for-ahb-members/) - The ICSH, in conjunction with the new Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) will host two introductory webinars on the role and function of the Regulator as well as the roll out of the new statutory regulation framework for the sector, which will replace the voluntary framework operating under the Voluntary Regulation Code.The content of
- [Residential Tenancies Board Workshop - Wednesday 21st April 2021](https://icsh.ie/residential-tenancies-board-workshop-wednesday-21st-april-2021/) - This free webinar will look at updates from the RTB on the following issues: legislative updates, dispute resolutions, RTB communications, the ongoing Renewals process and an update on the Annual Registration process which has yet to be commenced. This webinar will be of interest to approved housing bodies staff dealing with these issues. Date: Wednesday
- [Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority - Frequently Asked Questions](https://icsh.ie/approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority-frequently-asked-questions/) - The Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority has released their FAQ document. The document is available to download here.
- [ICSH Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) Free Workshop, 30th March 2021](https://icsh.ie/icsh-capital-assistance-scheme-cas-workshop-30th-march-2021/) - This webinar will take an in-depth look at the CAS funding model, the application process and experience to date. This webinar will be of interest to approved housing bodies that are either currently using CAS or are interested/ intending to make a CAS application. To book a place, please register in advance here.Please submit any
- [National Housing Strategy for Persons with Disabilities (2022-2027)](https://icsh.ie/national-housing-strategy-for-persons-with-disabilities-2022-2027/) - The National Housing Strategy for People with a Disability (2011-2016 (extended to 2020)) will come to an end this year. A new national strategy is now being developed. The strategy is about facilitating the provision of housing options and related services to disabled people to allow individual choice and support independent living. Do you have
- [Eight One-bedroom Scheme is First Greenfield Development for Peter McVerry Trust](https://icsh.ie/eight-one-bedroom-scheme-is-first-greenfield-development-for-peter-mcverry-trust/) - Peter McVerry Trust has opened its newest social housing development in Fingal today. The scheme of eight one-bedroom homes together with a small community building is the charity’s first greenfield development. It has been specifically designed to provide housing to single people with the most complex needs. The scheme was supported by Fingal County Council
- [Housing Federation Welcomes New Statutory Regulator](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-welcomes-new-statutory-regulator/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed the formal establishment of the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority. Speaking on foot of today’s announcement, ICSH CEO, Donal McManus, welcomed the new CEO and Board to their roles. “The ICSH and our member organisations are pleased that the journey towards regulation of approved housing bodies (AHB)
- [ICSH Regional Member Meetings](https://icsh.ie/icsh-regional-member-meetings/) - The ICSH is pleased to confirm that it will host a round of regional meetings via Zoom this February. It is hoped that these meetings will provide a forum for members to engage with ICSH staff and other housing associations and will also provide an opportunity to raise issues of central concern to them. Each
- [Press Statement: ICSH Says Land Development Agency is Key Lever for Growth of Public Housing Stock](https://icsh.ie/press-statement-icsh-says-land-development-agency-is-key-lever-for-growth-of-public-housing-stock/) - PRESS STATEMENT Friday, 5th February 2021 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) says the Land Development Agency Bill 2021 is a landmark piece of legislation that, when enacted, will empower the state to deliver affordable housing at scale across the country. Speaking on foot of today’s publication of the Land Development Agency Bill 2021,
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Welcomes Publication of Affordable Housing Bill 2020](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-welcomes-publication-of-affordable-housing-bill-2020/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed Minister Darragh O’Brien’s publication of the Affordable Housing Bill 2020 which, alongside other affordability measures, will put the rollout of cost rental housing across the State on a legislative footing, starting with the delivery of 400 cost rental homes in 2021. The central principle of
- [Podcast: ICSH Tenant Satisfaction Survey 2020](https://icsh.ie/podcast-icsh-tenant-satisfaction-survey-2020/) - Following on from our first ever sector-wide survey commissioned in 2017, the ICSH have completed the Tenant Satisfaction Survey 2020. A total of 504 15-minute telephone interviews, from 16 participating housing associations of varying size, were conducted by an independent research agency (Spark Market Research) during October 2020. A representative sample of tenants was taken
- [2020 Tenant Survey Demonstrates Housing Associations Well-Placed to Respond to Twin Challenge of COVID-19 and Climate Change](https://icsh.ie/2020-tenant-survey-demonstrates-housing-associations-well-placed-to-respond-to-twin-challenge-of-covid-19-and-climate-change/) - Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) launch the results of the 2020 Social Housing Tenant Satisfaction Survey. Key findings of this, the most comprehensive housing association tenant survey to date, confirm that 90% of participating housing association tenants are satisfied with the services they receive. Tenants have identified good quality housing (93%), efficient
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Welcomes Commencement of New Cost Rental Equity Loan (CREL) Scheme](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-welcomes-commencement-of-new-cost-rental-equity-loan-crel-scheme/) - PRESS STATEMENT Monday, 14th December 2021 Irish Council for Social Housing Welcomes Commencement of New Cost Rental Equity Loan (CREL) Scheme The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed the commencement of the new Cost Rental Equity Loan (CREL) scheme and the ‘Call for Proposals’ to our housing association members, which will see the
- [ICSH  Housing Association Tenant Satisfaction Survey 2020](https://icsh.ie/icsh-tenant-satisfaction-survey-2020/) - Following on from the successful Tenant Satisfaction Survey conducted in 2017, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) have now finalised another survey for 2020, during what was a very challenging year for our sector. A representative sample of tenants was taken from across each tier and from each housing category (older people, low income
- [Christmas comes early in Cooleven, Clondalkin - 83 new build family homes by Tuath](https://icsh.ie/christmas-comes-early-in-cooleven-clondalkin/) - Minister for Housing, Darragh O’Brien, attends new Tuath social housing development Tuath today welcomed Minister for Housing, Darragh O’Brien to present keys to Cooleven’s first tenant, where 83 new build family homes will be let before Christmas, under South Dublin County Council’s choice-based lettings scheme. The 20 apartments and sixty-three houses were built by Grandbrind
- [In Memoriam: Margaret O’Leary](https://icsh.ie/in-memoriam-margaret-oleary/) - It is with great sadness that we mark the death of Margaret O’Leary, ICSH Company Secretary and Administrator. Margaret was a most valued and cherished colleague who worked with the ICSH tirelessly for 25 years. During those years Margaret’s commitment to the social housing sector and to social justice provided a bedrock of support to
- [Appointment of CEO of the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority](https://icsh.ie/appointment-of-ceo-of-the-approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority/) - Following a recruitment process , the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien, T.D. has signed an order appointing Ms. Susanna Lyons as CE designate /CEO of the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority with effect from 1st December 2020 to 30th November 2025. Susanna will be appointed Chief Executive on the establishment of
- [Clúid Housing completes €18m Housing Project in Derreen, Killarney](https://icsh.ie/cluid-housing-completes-e18m-housing-project-in-derreen-killarney/) - Clúid Housing is pleased to announce the completion of an €18m housing development in Sruthán na Sailí, Derreen, Killarney, Co. Kerry. The scheme will provide a home for over 180 local people on Kerry County Council’s housing list. The project is the result of a partnership between Clúid, Kerry County Council, the Department of Housing,
- [Social housing: A socio-economic solution](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-a-socio-economic-solution/) - The delivery of social and affordable housing contributes to many public policy objectives as well as people’s quality of life and well-being. This blog article outlines some important economic and social impacts, with a particular focus on the housing association (AHB) sector. Delivery, investment and timing In 2019, there were 10,007 homes provided by local
- [Budget 2021 - Housing Detail](https://icsh.ie/budget-2021-housing-detail/) - An overall package of €3.1 billion to support the social housing needs of 28,500 households in 2021. This is an of over €730 million when compared to Budget 2020, and breaks down as follows: Through the increased capital and current funding provision, 12,750 new social homes will be delivered through build, acquisition and leasing programmes.
- [Housing Federation Welcomes Clear Signal to Boost Social Housing in Budget 2021](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-welcomes-clear-signal-to-boost-social-housing-in-budget-2021/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said the Budget 2021 capital investment in public housing is a positive response to the scale of the housing crisis and sends a clear signal to approved housing bodies (AHBs) and local authorities to meet and even exceed existing targets that will boost the delivery of permanent
- [Housing Conference Says Greater Social Housing Investment Builds Homes and Protects Jobs](https://icsh.ie/housing-conference-says-greater-social-housing-investment-builds-homes-and-protects-jobs/) - ICSH Virtual Social Housing Conference 7th-9th October “There is no better way to protect Irish society and the economy at this time, than with substantial investment in social and affordable housing”. So says Dr. Donal McManus, CEO of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), at their National Social Housing conference on 7th-9th October, sponsored
- [ICSH Pre-Budget Submission 2021](https://icsh.ie/icsh-pre-budget-submission-2021/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking that Budget 2021 be centrally focused on improving access to affordable, good quality, secure accommodation for all households. The ICSH is making this proposal in the context of Covid-19 and the unprecedented challenges affecting all aspects of society and the economy, underpinning the need for secure
- [Regulation Office: Medium to Long Term Impact of Covid-19](https://icsh.ie/regulation-office-medium-to-long-term-impact-of-covid-19/) - Approved housing bodies are invited to complete the Covid-19 Questionnaire developed by the Housing Agency Regulation Office. The purpose of this questionnaire is to consider the risks relating to the impacts of Covid-19 on the AHB sector. AHB feedback and input is critical in assisting the Regulation Office in its evaluation of the medium and
- [ICSH Finance & Development Conference 2020](https://icsh.ie/save-the-date-icsh-finance-development-conference-2020/) - RESILIENCE, RECOVERY & DELIVERY The 2020 ICSH Housing Finance and Development Conference, sponsored by AIB, will be our 7th such conference and the first one delivered entirely online. The two year period since our last Finance and Development Conference has been a time of unprecedented change as Ireland and the world deals with the aftermath of the
- [Introduction to Statutory Regulation for AHBs - Thursday, 24th September](https://icsh.ie/introduction-to-statutory-regulation-for-ahbs-thursday-24th-september/) - The ICSH will host a webinar on Thursday, 24th September from 2-3pm on the incoming statutory regulation framework for housing associations (AHBs). Speakers from the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government will include Sinead Brennan, Susan Murphy and Stella McKervey and they will provide an overview and update on the new regulatory system and the transitional
- [Podcast: Safe Home Ireland - 20 Years On](https://icsh.ie/safe-home-ireland-20-years-on/) - Safe Home Ireland was established in 2000 to assist older qualifying Irish born emigrants to explore the option of returning to live in their native areas. Over the years, Safe Home has evolved from simply providing a housing option for older Irish born emigrants and their work is now spread across the 26 counties, providing
- [Election 2020 Housing - ICSH Seeking 4 Key Commitments](https://icsh.ie/election-2020-housing-icsh-seeking-4-key-commitments/) - The housing crisis continues to deepen with many marginalised and lower income households suffering most acutely. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking all political parties and candidates to ensure that access to affordable, good quality, secure accommodation for all households is a central focus for Election 2020. Delivering a fair and affordable
- [Expressions of Interest to Participate in ICSH 2020 Tenant Satisfaction Survey](https://icsh.ie/expressions-of-interest-to-participate-in-icsh-2020-tenant-satisfaction-survey/) - What? Following on from the 2017 sector wide tenant satisfaction survey, ICSH are conducting a survey for 2020. 2020 has been a hugely challenging year for the sector and therefore it is even more crucial to check in with the biggest stakeholder in the sector – the tenants. The overall aims of the 2020 survey
- [COVID-19: Official Information Sources on Covid-19](https://icsh.ie/covid-19-official-information-sources-on-covid-19/) - On Friday 27th June, the Government agreed to make an Order to extend the emergency period to 20th July 2020. The measures were initially introduced under the Emergency Measures in the Public Interest (Covid-19) Act 2020, which was enacted on 27 March 2020. It had been due to end on 27 June, however in the
- [Press Release: Housing Plan for Older People a Critical Challenge for New Minister](https://icsh.ie/housing-plan-for-older-people-a-critical-challenge-for-new-minister/) - Housing associations at AGM 2020 are keen to use their experience and expertise to develop more affordable supported housing options for older people to grow old safely and independently in their communities The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) welcomes the commitment in the Programme for Government 2020 – Our Shared Future, to undertake decisive action
- [ICSH COVID-19 Webinar Series for Housing Associations Members](https://icsh.ie/icsh-covid-19-webinar-series-for-housing-associations-members/) - The ICSH has been hosting a series of webinars for our member housing associations during the COVID-19 crisis to provide updates on the latest issues and developments impacting on our member organisations work. Our first webinar (on 14th April) was about getting up-to-speed on Housing Issues and COVID-19. Our seminars have continued on a weekly
- [Webinar: Dealing with Challenging Behaviour](https://icsh.ie/webinar-dealing-with-challenging-behaviour/) - This virtual classroom training is for individuals who deal with challenging behaviour and risks of abuse, threats and assaults, that could be of a consequence of the current situation in relation to Covid-19. It will be delivered by Will Holland of Quell and will focus on the key fundamentals of understanding risks and behaviours, enabling a
- [Webinar:  Lone Working Safety - Risks and Solutions](https://icsh.ie/webinar-lone-working-safety-risks-and-solutions/) - With staff increasingly lone working, especially during the Covid crisis, this free webinar is aimed at managers or supervisors who are responsible for lone working staff and wish to discuss the current risks and solutions and to implement effective strategies to assist in reducing incidents of lone working. This webinar aims to enable you to:
- [CALF Webinar](https://icsh.ie/calf-webinar/) - This webinar took an in-depth look at the process of financial modelling for CALF projects and the applications process. With social housing delivery through CALF steadily increasing, this webinar was of interest to any approved housing bodies that are using CALF currently or are intending to make a CALF application soon. Hugh Coll, Head of
- [Webinar: Housing for People with Disabilities During Covid-19](https://icsh.ie/webinar-housing-for-people-with-disabilities-during-covid-19/) - Disability housing and service providers have been on the frontline in supporting their tenants and service users through this crisis and we know the sector has very much risen to the challenge, going above and beyond normal levels of service to ensure tenants’ health and wellbeing is safeguarded. This ICSH webinar looked at some of
- [Webinar: Avoiding Burnout and Compassion Fatigue](https://icsh.ie/webinar-avoiding-burnout-and-compassion-fatigue/) - This webinar was delivered three times in May and June due to demand. The sessions looked at burnout, the different types of burnout, in particular Compassion Fatigue – which is no doubt what many are experiencing due to Covid-19. We took an in-depth look at how to avoid burnout going forward, maintain a level of
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Spring/Summer 2020](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-newsletter-spring-spring-2020/) - The social housing sector, local authorities and housing associations, have been responding rapidly to the widespread housing, health, social and financial issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. There have been challenges: from ensuring the availability of PPE, social distancing and cocooning, to development issues (with the initial closure, and subsequent reopening of sites), while
- [ICSH Webinar on Governance](https://icsh.ie/icsh-webinar-on-governance/) - This free webinar exclusively for members discusses the challenges created by the Covid-19 pandemic in terms of meeting governance and compliance obligations for housing associations. Facilitated by the Carmichael Centre with an input from Jillian Van Turnhout, it focuses on what boards can do to maintain board oversight, communication and dialogue in these times, offering
- [Webinar on Housing Management; Allocations, Insurance and More](https://icsh.ie/webinar-on-housing-management-allocations-insurance-and-more/) - This free webinar for members on Allocations, Insurance and other housing management issues had speakers including Andrew Madden from BHP Insurance and Alison O’Gorman from Tuath Housing. The webinar detailed relevant insurance considerations during Covid-19, especially as the easing of restriction was beginning, as well as taking a detailed look at a range of housing
- [New Rental Strategy Needs Urgent Implementation says Leading Social Housing Body](https://icsh.ie/new-rental-strategy-needs-urgent-implementation-says-leading-social-housing-body/) - PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, 13th December 2016 The Irish Council for Social Housing says Minister Coveney’s Private Rental Sector Strategy has begun to deal with some of the crucial issues affecting the private rented sector but there is ‘need for urgent implementation’ says CEO, Dr. Donal McManus. Commenting on the provisions for affordable rental solutions, Dr
- [Webinar on Owners' Management Companies (OMCs)](https://icsh.ie/webinar-on-owners-management-companies-omcs/) - The ICSH is hosted a webinar on Owners' Management Companies (OMCs) on Thursday 28th May. OMCs are said to be the glue holding together the running of apartment blocks and managed estates throughout the country. Approximately 20% of apartment stock is social rented (local authority or AHB). 60% of stock is in the private rental sector, including
- [ICSH Guide for Boards on Holding a Virtual Meeting](https://icsh.ie/icsh-guide-for-boards-on-holding-a-virtual-meeting/) - ICSH members have been at the forefront of the response to Covid-19 but as well as providing additional and alternative services for tenants and other stakeholders, they have also retained a commitment to good governance and oversight of their organisations. Following a successful webinar on the topic, the ICSH has produced this brief “How To
- [Webinar on Housing for People with Disabilities During COVID-19](https://icsh.ie/webinar-on-housing-for-people-with-disabilities-during-covid-19/) - On May 7th, the ICSH hosted the latest in our series of webinars which foucsed on Housing for People with Disabilities During Covid-19. With around 30 delegates attending from around the country, there was a very positive sharing of experience and emerging best practice. Delegates heard inputs from Tony Cunningham, National Director of Services in
- [Record 4,127 Social Homes Delivered by Housing Associations in 2019](https://icsh.ie/record-4127-social-homes-delivered-by-housing-associations-in-2019/) - -Housing Association Sector Launches its 2019 Social Housing Activity Report - Wednesday 10th June 2020 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing launches its Housing Association Activity Report 2019. Ireland’s housing association sector provided 4,127 new social rented homes in 2019, 41% of the total national delivery of social housing, and took almost 5,000 households
- [Press Release: ICSH Calls for Housing Development Programme and Access to Land Banks for Non-Profit Housing Associations](https://icsh.ie/press-release-icsh-calls-for-housing-development-programme-and-access-to-land-banks-for-non-profit-housing-associations/) - – Irish Council for Social Housing publishes pre-Budget submission – Budget 2016 must provide non-profit housing associations with an incentivised housing development programme, as well as access to local authority land-banks and stock transfer arrangements. That’s according to the Irish Council for Social Housing, which today (01.09.15) published its pre-Budget submission to Government. In its submission, the ICSH
- [Residential Tenancies Bill](https://icsh.ie/residential-tenancies-bill/) - The following is updated information relating to the Voluntary Housing Sector and its inclusion under the remit of the Residential Tenancies Board. The Bill is currently going through the Dail and it is likely it will be enacted by the end of 2014, with the implementation occurring during 2015. The ICSH has sought appropriate considerations
- [Housing Federation welcomes set up of NAMA company to fast-track purchase of social housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-welcomes-set-up-of-nama-company-to-fast-track-purchase-of-social-housing/) - Housing Federation welcomes set up of NAMA company to fast-track purchase of social housing Mr Donal McManus, Executive Director of the Irish Council for Social Housing, reacted to the news ‘The establishment of a special purpose vehicle (SPV) will be crucial in accelerating the transfer of properties for social housing. To date transfers have comprised
- [Mortgage to Rent Scheme will assist home owners facing repossession, says Housing Federation](https://icsh.ie/mortgage-to-rent-scheme-will-assist-home-owners-facing-repossession-says-housing-federation/) - Mortgage to Rent Scheme will assist home owners facing repossession, says Housing Federation Mr Donal McManus, Executive Director of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) today stated‘The ICSH welcome the announcement regarding the Mortgage to Rent scheme which will assist those who are in serious mortgage distress facing repossession to stay in their family
- [Housing Associations call on Housing Minister to support ‘logical’ alternative to nursing homes](https://icsh.ie/housing-associations-call-on-housing-minister-to-support-logical-alternative-to-nursing-homes/) - ‘Housing Associations call on Housing Minister to support ‘logical’ alternative to nursing homes' Non-profit housing associations can offer a Fairer Deal to older people by helping them to stay within their own communities and live independently, with the right supports. This is according to members of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) who met
- [Housing Federation predicts rise in waiting lists for housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-predicts-rise-in-waiting-lists-for-housing/) - 'Housing Federation predicts rise in waiting lists for housing' Housing waiting lists will rise in the coming years and will exceed 100,000 households, the Irish Council for Social Housing warned today. The national housing federation issued its warning at its Dublin regional meeting where over 30 housing associations met to discuss the crisis. One of
- [Social housing federation welcomes progress with NAMA to release homes for social housing](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-federation-welcomes-progress-with-nama-to-release-homes-for-social-housing/) - ‘Social housing federation welcomes progress with NAMA to release homes for social housing’ The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) the umbrella body of 300 non-profit housing associations has welcomed plans announced by Minister Phil Hogan to have 2000 properties within the NAMA portfolio to be released for social housing in 2012. ‘While progress has
- [Enormous Challenge Ahead for Social Housing Providers](https://icsh.ie/enormous-challenge-ahead-for-social-housing-providers/) - Enormous Challenge Ahead for Social Housing Providers Budget 2012 has delivered yet more difficult news for vulnerable households in need of social housing. Non-profit housing associations will be affected by both capital and revenue funding cuts which make the challenge of delivering social housing for vulnerable groups more difficult. The capital funding budget has been
- [Charity Warns Government over Dramatic Increase in Social Housing Need](https://icsh.ie/charity-warns-government-over-dramatic-increase-in-social-housing-need/) - Waiting Lists increase by 75% to almost 100,000 households The Irish Council for Social Housing has said that there is a crisis in social housing in reaction to the figures released today which reveal that there are 98,318 households on a waiting list for housing. Executive Director of the Irish Council for Social Housing Mr
- [ICSH welcomes central role proposed for Voluntary Housing Associations](https://icsh.ie/icsh-welcomes-central-role-proposed-for-voluntary-housing-associations/) - ICSH welcomes central role proposed for Voluntary Housing Associations The Minster for Housing Willie Penrose, T.D. has announced a new housing policy highlighting an increasingly prominent role for the voluntary and co-operative housing sector in the future delivery of social housing. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national federation for voluntary housing associations,
- [New regulations to impact on how applicants are assessed for social housing](https://icsh.ie/new-regulations-to-impact-on-how-applicants-are-assessed-for-social-housing/) - New regulations to impact on how applicants are assessed for social housing The Irish Council for Social Housing, the national federation for voluntary housing associations, has called on housing authorities to make sure potential applicants and existing tenants are made aware of the changes in the regulations for assessment for social housing. Mr Donal McManus,
- [Provision for Social Housing Slashed by 31% (€358m)](https://icsh.ie/provision-for-social-housing-slashed-by-31-e358m/) - Provision for Social Housing Slashed by 31% (€358m) Social Housing Sector will be destabilised by Budget and thousands of families condemned to living in poverty and deprivation. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has criticised the significant reduction in the capital allocation by over €350 million for social housing in the Budget today. ICSH
- [Housing charity promotes creative solutions to avoid deepening of housing crisis](https://icsh.ie/housing-charity-promotes-creative-solutions-to-avoid-deepening-of-housing-crisis/) - Housing charity promotes creative solutions to avoid deepening of housing crisis A radical new way of financing social housing has been proposed to the Government by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH). The initiative would see housing charities borrowing privately to fund social housing for the first time in a major way. The proposal
- [Fears for future delivery of social housing unless funding model changed](https://icsh.ie/fears-for-future-delivery-of-social-housing-unless-funding-model-changed/) - Fears for future delivery of social housing unless funding model changed A new funding model for social housing which could provide an additional 1,400 homes has been proposed to the Government by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) in its pre-budget submission. The ICSH believes that the traditional capital investment programme for providing social
- [Social Housing Federation welcomes new funding of €60 million for special needs groups](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-federation-welcomes-new-funding-of-e60-million-for-special-needs-groups/) - ‘Social Housing Federation welcomes new funding of €60 million for the purchase of housing and apartments for special needs groups’ The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed the announcement today by Minister for Housing Michael Finneran of funding of €60 million for the purchase, by Approved Housing Bodies, of houses and apartments to
- [Housing charity condemns Government plans to cut capital spend on social housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-charity-condemns-government-plans-to-cut-capital-spend-on-social-housing/) - Housing charity condemns Government plans to cut capital spend on social housing - Social housing spend falls from €17bn to €4.4bn The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) today urged the Government not to renege on its promise in the National Development Plan to deliver social housing to the 56,000 households currently on waiting lists
- [Housing charity proposes new way for Government to buy homes for social housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-charity-proposes-new-way-for-government-to-buy-homes-for-social-housing/) - Housing Charity proposes new way for Government to buy homes for social housing The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national social housing federation, is urging the Government to seize the current market opportunity to enable homes to be purchased from the market for social housing. Donal McManus, ICSH Executive Director, stated “there is
- [Housing charity seeks a full disclosure on empty houses acquired by NAMA](https://icsh.ie/housing-charity-seeks-a-full-disclosure-on-empty-houses-acquired-by-nama/) - Housing charity seeks a full disclosure on empty houses acquired by NAMA The Irish Council for Social Housing, the National Social Housing federation, has written to NAMA seeking a full disclosure of the portfolio of vacant houses that are part of the NAMA loan book, in order to examine which are suitable for social housing
- [Industrial Dispute in Department of Environment Affecting Social Housing Programme](https://icsh.ie/industrial-dispute-in-department-of-environment-affecting-social-housing-programme/) - Industrial Dispute in Department of Environment Affecting Social Housing Programme - Housing Charity Calls for Urgent Resolution The Irish Council for Social Housing, the national social housing federation, has called for an end to the industrial dispute within the Department of Environment Heritage and Local Government which is currently delaying the commencement of social housing
- [Social housing federation welcomes additional finance for special needs social housing in Budget 2010](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-federation-welcomes-additional-finance-for-special-needs-social-housing-in-budget-2010/) - Social housing federation welcomes additional finance for special needs social housing in Budget 2010 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national social housing federation, has welcomed the announcement by Housing Minister Michael Finneran of additional resources to target the housing needs of some of the most vulnerable such as older people, the homeless
- [€170m Stimulus Package Proposed for Social Housing](https://icsh.ie/e170m-stimulus-package-proposed-for-social-housing/) - €170m Stimulus Package Proposed for Social Housing A €170m stimulus package which could provide over 3,000 social housing units and which would have a 50 per cent payback to the Exchequer in terms of taxes and savings has been proposed to the Government by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH). The ICSH believes that
- [Joint statement from North and South social housing bodies](https://icsh.ie/joint-statement-from-north-and-south-social-housing-bodies/) - ‘North and South social housing bodies make joint call on Governments to continue investment in social housing in the recession’ The respective trade bodies for housing associations in Northern Ireland and the Republic met this week in Dublin and today called on their respective Governments on both sides of Border to ‘not to overlook the
- [Housing Federation urges spending on social housing that provides ‘economic and social return on investment’](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-urges-spending-on-social-housing-that-provides-economic-and-social-return-on-investment/) - Housing Federation urges spending on social housing that provides ‘economic and social return on investment’ The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is advocating that “we should prioritise investments that offer an ‘economic and social return’ and social housing is a prime example of that”, said ICSH Executive Director Donal McManus. “For every 1,000 units
- [2009 Community Housing Awards Launched](https://icsh.ie/2009-community-housing-awards-launched/) - ‘2009 social housing ‘OSCARS’ launched by housing federation to recognise excellence in building sustainable communities’ The third Biennial Community Housing awards organised by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national social housing federation- has been launched today (26th March). for local authorities and housing associations who have completed new social housing projects between
- [Challenging Budget for Housing Providers](https://icsh.ie/challenging-budget-for-housing-providers/) - Social Housing Allocation Down 1.7%: Challenging Budget for Housing Providers The allocation for social housing in Budget 2009 is down 1.7% on last year. Responding to this announcement, Donal McManus, Executive Director of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) recognises “the new economic reality in which we must operate and the necessity for social
- [Care Needs of Older People Living in Sheltered Housing](https://icsh.ie/care-needs-of-older-people-living-in-sheltered-housing/) - ‘Government accused of abandoning care needs of older people living in sheltered housing’ claims umbrella housing body. The Irish council for Social Housing (ICSH) the national representative body for voluntary housing associations, has claimed in its’ mid year statement on progress on sheltered housing that the health care needs of older people living in sheltered
- [Call to Expand Social Housing Output](https://icsh.ie/call-to-expand-social-housing-output/) - Housing body calls on Government not to miss the unprecedented opportunity now available to expand social housing output’ The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) the national representative body for non profit housing associations today has called on the Government today at its’ meeting of housing associations in Dublin to size the huge opportunity that
- [ICSH and BHP Insurance's Presentation to Cross Kilbaha Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/icsh-and-bhp-insurances-presentation-to-cross-kilbaha-housing-association/) - Non-profit housing associations working in Clare, Limerick and Tipperary North will meet on Monday 23rd June in the Clarion Hotel, Limerick City at 7.00pm to discuss key issues relating to the sector. At this meeting, Cross Kilbaha Community Housing Association board members will be presented with a cheque from BHP Insurances representing one year’s insurance
- [Call for More Support for Sheltered Housing in the West](https://icsh.ie/call-for-more-support-for-sheltered-housing-in-the-west/) - Meeting hears ‘call for more support for sheltered housing in the West’. At the Western Meeting of voluntary housing organisations in Breaffy House Hotel Mayo, Thursday 19th June, 2008, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national federation of voluntary housing associations has called on more resources by the Government to be provided to
- [2007 Community Housing Award Winners Announced](https://icsh.ie/2007-community-housing-award-winners-announced/) - ‘Waterford City Council and Homeless project in Dun Laoghaire scoop top Community Housing Awards’ Waterford City Council and Crosscare, a voluntary organisation working in partnership with Dun Laoghaire - Rathdown County Council were both Joint winners of the National Community Housing Awards sponsored by Eagle Star Insurances at the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH)
- [Housing Charity welcomes increase in income limits for social housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-charity-welcomes-increase-in-income-limits-for-social-housing/) - Housing Charity welcomes increase in income limits for social housing The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national federation for voluntary housing associations, has welcomed the increase of €5,000 to the maximum income limits for social housing support. This increases the threshold in Dublin city from €30,000 - €35,000 for a single person and
- [2007 National Social Housing Conference](https://icsh.ie/2007-national-social-housing-conference/) - The 2007 ICSH biennial national social housing conference took place in Whites Hotel, Wexford Town from the 25th-27th of September. Over 300 delegates attended the conference which focused on how social housing can provide housing options right throughout peoples’ lives. Issues such apartment living in social housing, how to integrate sustainable energy initiatives, promoting neighbourhood
- [2009 National Social Housing Conference](https://icsh.ie/2009-national-social-housing-conference/) - The 2009 Irish Council for Social Housing Biennial Social Housing Conference took place 15th - 17th September 2009 in the Sheraton Hotel, Athlone, Co. Westmeath. A review of the conference including details of events, speakers, awards and outcomes can be downloaded here. The theme of " Delivering Housing Solutions for a New Era" reflected a
- [2011 Biennial National Social Housing Conference - Housing Ireland 2020](https://icsh.ie/2011-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-housing-ireland-2020/) - Photo: Mr. Gene Clayton, ICSH President; Mr. Donal McManus, ICSH Executive Director and Minister Willie Penrose, T.D., Minister for Housing and Planning at the 2011 ICSH National Social Housing Conference. The 2011 ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference took place the 28th and 29th of September 2011 in Galway with approximately 290 delegates in attendance.
- [2007 Community Housing Awards](https://icsh.ie/2007-community-housing-awards/) - Initiated in 2003, the awards showcase the range of high quality social housing projects that have been developed buy housing associations and local authorities in recent years which have contributed significantly to creating more stable and sustainable communities. The joint winners of the 2007 Community Housing Award are Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council in partnership
- [2009 Community Housing Awards](https://icsh.ie/2009-community-housing-awards/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing, as the national representative federation for voluntary housing associations, has been aware of the high standard of new social housing developments and their contribution to community life for many years. Established in 2003, the biennial ICSH Community Housing Awards are intended to encourage and acknowledge excellence in the provision
- [2007 Board Member Award](https://icsh.ie/2007-board-member-award/) - The ICSH Board Member Award was launched in 2007 in recognition of the outstanding voluntary work of our members on the governing bodies of housing associations throughout Ireland. The winner of the 2007 Board Member Award, who received a cash prize of €500 and a heart shaped glass sculpture donated by Tunstall is Mrs Eileen
- [2011 Community Housing Awards](https://icsh.ie/2011-community-housing-awards/) - The 2011 Community Housing Awards sponsored by Allianz were announced on Wednesday 28th September as part of the ICSH Biennial National Social Conference in Galway. Initiated in 2003, the awards showcase the range of high quality social housing projects that have been developed buy housing associations and local authorities in recent years which have contributed
- [2009 Board Member Award](https://icsh.ie/2009-board-member-award/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing recently announced the winner of the ICSH Board Member Award 2009 as Dan Rogan, Chairperson, Monaghan Branch of Parents and Friends of Persons with an Intellectual Disability, Co.Monaghan. The 2009 Board Member Award winner was Dan Rogan. Dan has served with Monaghan Branch of Parents and Friends of Persons
- [2011 Board Member Award](https://icsh.ie/2011-board-member-award/) - The ICSH Board Member Award was first awarded in 2007 and aims to recognise the outstanding contributions made by voluntary board members to the voluntary housing sector and their communities. There are approximately 2,000 voluntary board members within the Voluntary Housing Sector and this award aims to celebrate individuals who have made a hugely positive
- [CECODHAS General Assembly and Conference – 22nd May 2013, Grand Hotel Malahide, Co Dublin](https://icsh.ie/cecodhas-general-assembly-and-conference-22nd-may-2013-grand-hotel-malahide-co-dublin/) - CECODHAS Housing Europe is the European Federation of Public, Cooperative & Social Housing - a network of 45 national and regional federations which together gather about 41,400 public, voluntary and cooperative housing providers in 19 countries. On 22nd May 2013, a thematic conference was held in Dublin which focused on cost effectiveness and energy efficiency.
- [Building for the Future - Overview of Public Consultation](https://icsh.ie/building-for-the-future-overview-of-public-consultation/) - In August 2012, Building for the Future: a voluntary regulation code for approved housing bodies in Ireland was published on the Department’s website for public consultation. The 31 submissions received have now also been published and this note gives a short overview of the key issues raised. Overview of Public Consultation
- [2013 ICSH Community Housing Award Winners](https://icsh.ie/2013-icsh-community-housing-award-winners/) - The ICSH Community Housing Award sponsored by Allianz Insurance encourages, recognises and rewards excellence in the delivery of social housing. It promotes and showcases how innovative design can help create sustainable communities and impact positively on the lives of tenants and residents, the local and wider community and contribute towards a sustainable environment. The 2013
- [Social Homes to Rent](https://icsh.ie/social-homes-to-rent/) - The following housing vacancies are currently available from ICSH members. Please click on the following links for further information. Brickens Housing Association - Vacancies in Claremorris, Co. Mayo Túath Housing - Vacancies at Castleross Retirement Village, Carrickmacross, Monaghan You should also contact the relevant local authority to find out if you are eligible for such
- [2013 ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference](https://icsh.ie/2013-icsh-biennial-national-social-housing-conference/) - The theme of the 2013 Biennial National Social Housing Conference was ‘Growth, Renewal and Innovation: A transforming agenda for social housing’ and all presentations can now be downloaded below.
- [ICSH Board Member & Governing Board Award](https://icsh.ie/icsh-board-member-governing-board-award/) - The ICSH Board Member and Governing Board Award for 2013, sponsored by the Housing Agency, were presented to the winners at the ICSH National Social Housing Conference in Wexford. Board Member Award This award recognises the outstanding dedication and personal contribution made by individual voluntary board members and acknowledges the voluntary ethos as a defining characteristic of
- [Housing federation welcomes publication of regulation code for non-profit housing bodies](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-welcomes-publication-of-regulation-code-for-non-profit-housing-bodies/) - 15th July 2013 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) which represents nearly 300 non-profit housing associations has welcomed the publication of a new code of regulation for the sector today. (The voluntary code of regulation can be downloaded here.) At the event, Mr Donal McManus stated that ‘the regulation code launched by Minister O'Sullivan
- [‘Denial of rent supplement is making independent living impossible for people with disabilities’ housing federation claims](https://icsh.ie/denial-of-rent-supplement-is-making-independent-living-impossible-for-people-with-disabilities-housing-federation-claims/) - ‘Denial of rent supplement is making independent living impossible for people with disabilities’ housing federation claims 3rd October 2013 People with disabilities are being denied access to rent supplement by the Department of Social Protection which is affecting their ability to live independently in the community. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national
- [Housing Federation calls for ‘social dividend’ from Dublin NAMA properties announced in Budget 2014](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-calls-for-social-dividend-from-dublin-nama-properties-announced-in-budget-2014/) - 15th October 2013 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has today called for a ‘social dividend’ from the NAMA investment announced in Budget 2014 which is to include construction of 4,500 homes and apartments in Dublin. This would ensure that these properties will be used to house households in most housing need at a
- [Non-profit housing associations could help find homes for 5,000 families](https://icsh.ie/non-profit-housing-associations-could-help-find-homes-for-5000-families/) - Non-profit housing associations could help find homes for up to 5,000 families and vulnerable groups such as older people and those with disabilities, a new survey by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has found. And ICSH warned that this is vital at a time when pressure for social housing is building rapidly,
- [Scale of waiting list figures show increased supply of new social housing essential to avoid a supply crisis - Housing Federation warns](https://icsh.ie/scale-of-waiting-list-figures-show-increased-supply-of-new-social-housing-essential-to-avoid-a-supply-crisis-housing-federation-warns/) - A newly identified social housing need of nearly 90,000 households has highlighted a looming supply crisis with the problem worsening in the Dublin area, according to the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH). The new report from the Housing Agency – the 2013 Housing Needs Assessment - shows the scale of local authority housing needs
- [DECLG Letter to Approved Housing Bodies on Interim Regulatory Committee and Register of AHBs](https://icsh.ie/declg-letter-to-approved-housing-bodies-on-interim-regulatory-committee-and-register-of-ahbs/) - The Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government recently wrote to all approved housing bodies informing them of the establishment of an interim Regulatory Committee and the publication of the register of approved housing bodies on the DECLG's website (www.environ.ie). Further information on both these development is availble in the letter which can be
- [Recruitment](https://icsh.ie/recruitment/) - The following vacancies are currently available: HAIL - Finance Manager (Part-time) NABCO - Co-operative Regional Manager Clanmil Ireland - Housing and Development Administrator Click on each link for further details.
- [Recruitment](https://icsh.ie/recruitment-2/) - The following vacancies are currently available from ICSH members: HAIL - Finance Manager (Part-time) Clanmil Ireland - Housing and Development Administrator Click on each link for further details.
- [Completing your Annual Return](https://icsh.ie/completing-your-annual-return/) - Completing the Annual Return One of the main tools used by the regulation office to link in with housing associations for regulation purposes is the Annual Return Form. The section below works through the current Annual return form and provides guidance on information requested from specific sections. What can be expected when we sign up?
- [Benefits of the VRC](https://icsh.ie/benefits-of-the-vrc/) - Why should AHB’s adopt the VRC? Today, associations interact with a diverse range of stakeholders to ensure the provision of high quality social housing suitable for a range of different groups of people, including the elderly, people with disabilities, persons who were formerly homeless and those on low incomes. In recent years the Government’s housing
- [The Voluntary Regulation Code](https://icsh.ie/the-voluntary-regulation-code/) - Background and Context Voluntary housing bodies are responsible for providing and managing over 27,000 units, with the sector providing housing to diverse groups such as formerly homeless persons, low income families, older people and people with disabilities. Organisations in the sector also vary greatly in size, ranging from Tier One Associations who are locally based
- [Tier Commitments](https://icsh.ie/tier-commitments/)
- [Housing Agency Regulation Office website](https://icsh.ie/housing-agency-regulation-office-website/) - The website for the Housing Agency Regulation Office is now live and can be accessed at www.housing.ie/regulation. The website contains information on the Voluntary Regulation Code (VRC) as well as a list of approved housing bodies that have signed up to the VRC. The website also contains publications regarding the VRC, its charter of commitments
- [Circular Housing 19 of 2014 - Discharge of Mortgage Deed](https://icsh.ie/circular-housing-19-of-2014-discharge-of-mortgage-deed/) - A circular has recently been issued giving guidance to housing associations regarding the discharge of the mortgage deed where the mortgage deed has expired. The circular can be downloaded as follows: Circular Housing 19 of 2014 – Provides guidance to housing authorities for the discharge of mortgage deeds where the mortgage has expired
- [Social Housing Federation welcomes cabinet approval of the Implementation Plan](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-federation-welcomes-cabinet-approval-of-the-implementation-plan/) - 20th May 2014 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) today welcomes the approval by Cabinet of the Implementation Plan on the State's Response to Homelessness. Mr Donal McManus, Executive Director, ICSH said 'The measures outlined in the plan published today are wide ranging and practical and the ICSH welcome the key role which will
- [Presentation on Annual Return](https://icsh.ie/presentation-on-annual-return/) - Completing the Annual Return One of the main tools used by the regulation office to link in with housing associations for regulation purposes is the Annual Return Form. The section below works through the current Annual return form and provides guidance on information requested from specific sections. What can be expected when we sign up?
- [Return requirements](https://icsh.ie/return-requirements/)
- [ICSH Housing Finance Conference supported by AIB - 9-10 October, Limerick Strand Hotel](https://icsh.ie/icsh-housing-finance-conference-supported-by-aib-9-10-october-limerick-strand-hotel/) - The ICSH Housing Finance Conference has firmly established itself as the leading finance focused event for housing practitioners. In 2014, once again, the ICSH brought together a wide ranging panel of local and visiting speakers to share a wealth of experience with delegates. The full conference programme can be downloaded here and the conference presentations are
- [ICSH calls for expanded social housing programme in its pre-budget submission](https://icsh.ie/icsh-calls-for-expanded-social-housing-programme-in-its-pre-budget-submission/) - Resources need to match new social housing strategy expectation The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has called on the Government to tackle the deepening housing crisis in Budget 2015 as a national priority. In its pre-budget submission the ICSH is calling for an expansion of the social housing programme to target the housing needs
- [ICSH calls for innovation and new thinking in funding for social housing.](https://icsh.ie/icsh-calls-for-innovation-and-new-thinking-in-funding-for-social-housing/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has called on the Government to introduce a new funding model for social housing in the upcoming Budget in the form of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV). The purpose of this SPV would be to facilitate private financing of housing associations to deliver social housing which is ‘off
- [Social Housing Federation welcomes retention of Part V requirement for social housing](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-federation-welcomes-retention-of-part-v-requirement-for-social-housing/) - Media Release 2nd October 2014 The Irish Council for Social Housing today welcomed the decision to require developers to provide up to 10% of their housing units for social housing through Part V. This proposal, along with the removal of the ability of developers to account for social housing payments through cash payments, will be an
- [ICSH Housing Finance Conference Media Coverage](https://icsh.ie/icsh-housing-finance-conference-media-coverage/) - The recent ICSH Housing Finance Conference held in Limerick and supported by AIB received extensive media coverage, some of which is outlined below: Wednesday, 8th October 2014 Broadcast RTÉ Radio 1 – Drivetime: Interview with Donal McManus and Henrietta Podd. http://www.rte.ie/radio/utils/radioplayer/rteradioweb.html#!rii=9%3A20662106%3A0%3A%3A Thursday, 9th October 2014 Broadcast RTÉ – Six One News: ‘Comprehensive social housing strategy
- [Social Housing Federation welcomes boost for social housing](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-federation-welcomes-boost-for-social-housing/) - Speaking after the budget announcements today, Executive Director of the Irish Council for Social Housing, Mr Donal McManus welcomed the announcement saying ‘this is a first step to advancing a programme which will boost supply of social housing to those most in need’. He stated, ‘‘The ICSH has previously called for a multi annual development
- [ICSH seeks clarification on landlord's role in new Water Charges Plan](https://icsh.ie/icsh-seeks-clarification-on-landlords-role-in-new-water-charges-plan/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national federation of non-profit housing associations who manage up to 27,000 homes for families and vulnerable groups, has expressed its concern at the inclusion of provisions in the new Water Charges Plan which will force landlords to hand over the deposits of tenants to Irish Water should they
- [Social Housing Strategy “Long Over-Due and Badly Needed” – Irish Council for Social Housing](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-strategy-long-over-due-and-badly-needed-irish-council-for-social-housing/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed the Government’s social housing strategy, published today (26.11.14), as “long over-due and badly needed”. The Council also highlighted the “key role” earmarked for non-profit housing associations in the delivery of new social housing. Donal McManus, Executive Director of the ICSH, said: “The plan takes a
- [Social Housing Strategy Full Text](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-strategy-full-text/) - The full version of the Social Housing Strategy is available here.
- [Social Housing Strategy - Key Facts](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-strategy-key-facts/) - The much anticipated Social Housing Strategy was launched in November by Minister for Environment Alan Kelly and Minister of State at the Department of Environment, Paudie Coffey. The strategy which sets out a road map from now until 2020 provides concrete actions, timelines and importantly, financial resources of €3.8bn for the delivery of 35,000
- [Tipperary Social Housing Forum](https://icsh.ie/tipperary-social-housing-forum/) - Tipperary Social Housing Forum Time and Date: 7.00pm on the 28th April 2015 Venue: Tipperary County Council Civic Offices, Emmet St, Clonmel Member associations of the ICSH are invited to send representatitves to the above event which will take place in Tipperary County Council Civic Offices Clonmel at 7pm on Tuesday 28th April 2015. Background
- ["Working Towards Delivery" Workshop - Presentations now available](https://icsh.ie/working-towards-delivery-workshop-presentations-now-available/) - Working Towards Delivery Workshop Ashling Hotel, Parkgate Street, Dublin 8 27th April 2015 (9.30am-4pm) The Irish Council for Social Housing and the Department of the Environment, Community & Local Government (DECLG) recently co-hosted an information workshop on the current capital and revenue based funding supply options for the Approved Housing Body (AHB) sector. Presentations
- [ICSH Conference supported by AIB - Turning the Tide for Social Housing: Performance, Partnership & Delivery](https://icsh.ie/icsh-conference-supported-by-aib-turning-the-tide-for-social-housing-performance-partnership-delivery/) - The 2015 ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference, backed by AIB, took place in the Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore, Co. Offaly on 16-17 September 2015. The theme of the 2015 conference was ‘Turning the Tide for Social Housing - Performance, Partnership and Delivery’. This conference was set in the context of the implementation of the
- [Report charts path for increased delivery for housing associations](https://icsh.ie/report-charts-path-for-increased-delivery-for-housing-associations/) - This report has been commissioned by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) to identify and streamline mechanisms to promote social housing in relieving housing need in Ireland through policy development and analysis. The aim of the report is to carry out a thorough assessment of the current financial mechanisms and future funding options available
- [Housing Federation welcomes €300m in investment fund for social housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-federation-welcomes-e300m-in-investment-fund-for-social-housing/) - Media Release 18th February 2015 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has welcomed the announcement of the new investment programme for housing backed by the European Investment Bank (EIB) and Housing Finance Agency (HFA) which will see an additional 2,000 units delivered over the next three years. Giving his reaction to the news, Mr Donal
- [Charities Regulatory Authority update](https://icsh.ie/charities-regulatory-authority-update/) - The Charities Regulatory Authority (CRA) has now sent out letters to ALL charities registered for tax exemption with the Revenue Commissioners before 16th October 2015 with details of how to create an account and update charity details on the CRA website. If you haven't received a letter please submit a query via the CRA website giving your
- [Minsters Kelly & Coffey announce €1.5 Billion Social Housing Targets for Local Authorities To 2017](https://icsh.ie/minsters-kelly-coffey-announce-e1-5-billion-social-housing-targets-for-local-authorities-to-2017/) - 25% Reduction in Housing Waiting List through Build, Buying & Leasing Programme In excess of €500m for Dublin Local Authorities Minister for the Environment, Community & Local Government, Alan Kelly T.D., along with Minister of State, Paudie Coffey T.D., have today (1 April, 2015) announced housing targets for each local authority area out to 2017.
- [European Neighbours Day 2015](https://icsh.ie/european-neighbours-day-2015/) - 2015 marks the 15th anniversary of Neighbours Day, since it was launched in Paris, in 2000. European Neighbours Day spans 36 countries, with over 20 million poeple taking part in the celebrations. All across Europe communities and groups will be celebrating European Neighbours Day, the aim of which is to bring neighbours and local
- [€151m announced for housing associations to deliver over 1,000 homes to the most vulnerable](https://icsh.ie/e151m-announced-for-housing-associations-to-deliver-over-1000-homes-to-the-most-vulnerable/) - The ICSH welcome the announcement today by Ministers Kelly and Coffey of the €151m investment the first significant development programme under CAS for the last number of years Funding of €84m will be provided for new build construction of 521 new homes and €67m for the purchase of a further 536 homes. Chief Executive, Mr
- [Housing Agency Regulation Office launch Annual Report and Financial Standard](https://icsh.ie/housing-agency-regulation-office-launch-annual-report-and-financial-standard/) - The Regulation Office at the Housing Agency has released its first Annual Report and Sectoral Analysis on the regulation of AHBs. The Annual Report highlights the importance of regulation and explains how regulation is necessary to facilitate the delivery of more social housing. The Annual Report provides, for the first time, key data and analysis
- [Budget 2016](https://icsh.ie/budget-2016/) - A summary of the main aspects of the budget relating to social housing and supports is provided below. The ICSH provided a response noting the reaffirmation of the commitments in the Social Housing Strategy noting the absence of any effective short term solutions on rent certainty, increase of the rent caps etc. to address the
- [Government announce measures on housing supply and rents](https://icsh.ie/government-announce-measures-on-housing-supply-and-rents/) - Government today announced measures to increase housing supply and stabilise rents in the private rented sector. Full details are available on the DECLG website: http://www.environ.ie/en/Publications/DevelopmentandHousing/Housing/FileDownLoad,43556,en.pdf
- [ICSH Warns Implementation of Social Housing Strategy Faces Serious Challenges](https://icsh.ie/icsh-warns-implementation-of-social-housing-strategy-faces-serious-challenges/) - The implementation of the Social Housing Strategy is being hampered by significant infrastructural issues, which are not being dealt with quickly enough. That’s according to Dr. Donal McManus, CEO of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), who was speaking today (30.11.15) at the organisation’s AGM. Dr. McManus outlined three critical issues – from the
- [Governance and Housing Management Toolkit](https://icsh.ie/governance-and-housing-management-toolkit/) - The ICSH is pleased to announce that its updated Governance and Housing Management Toolkit is now available for members in the Members’ Section of this website. The toolkit updates and consolidates the previous ICSH Guide - Working for Good Governance (2008) and also includes additional advice and policy guidance in areas such as board governance
- [Press Release: Disappointing Measures Will Do Little to Ease Current Housing Crisis](https://icsh.ie/press-release-disappointing-measures-will-do-little-to-ease-current-housing-crisis/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing has welcomed the Budget increases which aim to relieve the pressures on dealing with growing levels of homelessness but overall says the measures are disappointing and will do little to ease the immediate housing crisis, particularly in urban areas. There is an urgent need for greater levels of supply
- [Water Charges Update](https://icsh.ie/water-charges-update/) - A decision has been taken by the Minister of the Environment, Community and Local Government to add “Approved Housing Bodies” to the list of relevant persons under Section 26 of the Water Services Act 2013. This means that housing associations are now REQUIRED to give tenant names to Irish Water if requested to do so.
- [Management and Maintenance Allowance](https://icsh.ie/management-and-maintenance-allowance/) - The DECLG has announced that the annual Management and Maintenance allowance paid annually by local authorities to approved housing bodies for CLSS funded properties will remain the same for the year from 1st July 2015 to 30th June 2016 and subsequent years until further notice. These rates are €436 per unit in areas to which
- [ICSH Election Briefing](https://icsh.ie/icsh-election-briefing/) - Availability and access to good quality, secure and affordable housing is a central focus for Election 2016. The true scale of the current housing market is not only reflected in the housing waiting lists and homelessness figures but as a broader issue encompassing households forced out of the rental market e.g. those living in overcrowded
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Calls for immediate action to Address Worsening Homeless Situation](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-calls-for-immediate-action-to-address-worsening-homeless-situation/) - – ICSH publishes pre-election briefing in advance of polling day this Friday – The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has called for the new government to take immediate action to stem the flow of families into homelessness. This includes the provision of at least 2,000 additional homes through NAMA for social housing by 2020.
- [New Housing Finance Agency product for Tier 2 bodies launched](https://icsh.ie/new-housing-finance-agency-product-for-tier-2-bodies-launched/) - The ICSH were delighted to form part of the launch of a new lending initiative offered by the HFA specifically targeted at Tier 2 or Tier 3 AHBs which are not currently approved Certified Bodies. The product launched is tailored to AHBs with lending requirements from a minimum of €250,000 up to €1,500,000 and is
- [Four Pillars for Programme for Government](https://icsh.ie/four-pillars-for-programme-for-government/) - In our Election 2016 Briefing the ICSH (Irish Council for Social Housing) as the national representative federation of 270 non-profit housing associations asked all election candidates to ‘pledge’ support for a number of simple solutions to effectively address many obstacles to housing delivery as well as contribute to a more sustainable housing system. Impediments exist
- [Framework Agreement for Integrated Design Team Services to support the Social Housing Strategy 2015 - 2020: Support, Supply and Reform](https://icsh.ie/framework-agreement-for-integrated-design-team-services-to-support-the-social-housing-strategy-2015-2020-support-supply-and-reform/) - The Office of Government Procurement wishes to bring to your attention a new Framework Agreement for Integrated Design Team Services to support the ‘Social Housing Strategy 2015 - 2020: Support, Supply and Reform’. The Framework may be used by all local authorities in Ireland and Approved Housing Bodies. Services Covered by the Framework Agreement This
- [ICSH Submission to Dáil Committee on Housing and Homelessness](https://icsh.ie/icsh-submission-to-dail-committee-on-housing-and-homelessness/) - Below you can find the papers submitted to the Dáil Committee on Housing and Homelessness which took place Friday, 29th April 2016: ICSH submission ICSH infographic - Housing Association Activity Report ICSH - Opening Statement
- [Túath Board Strengthened](https://icsh.ie/tuath-board-strengthened/) - Túath are pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Paddy Gray to the Board of the association. Paddy is Professor of Housing at the University of Ulster. He is an established academic and is a leading authority on housing in the UK and Ireland. He has wide experience of academic and applied research and has
- [Clúid Housing: Research tender: Combating stigma in social housing](https://icsh.ie/cluid-housing-research-tender-combating-stigma-in-social-housing/) - Clúid Housing is inviting tenders for a research study on stigma in social housing. The primary research objective is to identify a range of strategies and measures that will aim to reduce the stigmatisation of social housing in Ireland. Details of the research and an application form are available here Deadline for submissions: Monday 21st
- [Saint John of God Housing Association Limited has been granted Certified Body Status by the Housing Finance Agency](https://icsh.ie/saint-john-of-god-housing-association-limited-has-been-granted-certified-body-status-by-the-housing-finance-agency/) - Press Release Inspired by Hospitality, our vision is to be the leading specialist housing association in Ireland, promoting the right to independent living for people with specific needs. The Saint John of God Housing Association Limited seeks to support, strengthen and develop the skills, competencies and abilities of individuals, families, and communities. In addition, it
- [Tuath Wins Chartered Institute Of Housing Award For Pioneering Collaboration At Clare Village](https://icsh.ie/tuath-wins-chartered-institute-of-housing-award-for-pioneering-collaboration-at-clare-village/) - Túath in collaboration with Dublin City Council, the Dublin Region Homeless Executive, NAMA, Focus Ireland, and the Peter McVerry Trust are delighted to have scooped the ‘special recognition award’ at the All Ireland social housing awards event in Belfast City Hall on the 4th March 2016. The Chartered Institute of Housing panel judged that the
- [North and East Housing Association awarded Certified Body Status by Housing Finance Agency](https://icsh.ie/north-and-east-housing-association-awarded-certified-body-status-by-housing-finance-agency/) - North & East Housing Association are delighted to announce that we have been awarded certified body status by the Housing Finance Agency (HFA). The HFA was established as a state-owned company in 1982 and provides loan finance to local authorities and Approved Housing Bodies (AHBs). The HFA requires Housing Associations to have robust Corporate Governance
- [Award for 21st century independent living inner city older person’s housing complex](https://icsh.ie/award-for-21st-century-independent-living-inner-city-older-persons-housing-complex/) - Father Scully House wins ‘House Building Project of the Year’at 2016 Irish Building and Design Awards The CHAS organisation has won the coveted House Building Project of the Year award at this year’s Irish Building and Design Awards which took place at the Ballsbridge Hotel (formerly Jurys) on Friday 22 April. More than 500 people
- [Túath Spring 2016 News](https://icsh.ie/tuath-spring-2016-news/) - Túath is pleased to announce the appointment of serving Board Director Seamus Doherty as Chairperson. Seamus is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Fellow of the Institute of Bankers, an Associate of the Institute of Taxation and holds an MSC from Trinity College, Dublin. Seamus has extensive international banking experience having lived and
- [Respond! Housing Association - RTE Nationwide special](https://icsh.ie/respond-housing-association-rte-nationwide-special/) - RTE Nationwide is broadcasting a Respond! 'Special' on RTE ONE this Friday 20th May at 7:00pm. The thirty minute programme will incorporate filming from a number of occasions, locations and events over the years. To read more about recent filming please click here.
- [Túath Housing - Opening of La Touche Court, Greystones](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-opening-of-la-touche-court-greystones/) - Seven new homes for older persons have been provided at La Touche Place, Greystones, through a partnership arrangement with Túath Housing Association and Wicklow County Council. The new development named La Touche Court, was officially opened by the Cathaoirleach of Wicklow County Council, Cllr John Ryan. Speaking at the opening, Cllr Ryan congratulated everyone involved
- [Respond! celebrate European Neighbours Day](https://icsh.ie/respond-celebrate-european-neighbours-day/) - To celebrate European Neighbours’ Day, Respond! hosted a BBQ for Respond! residents and staff at Johns College, The Folly, Waterford on 27th May. Music is being supplied by new Johns College resident Dermot Power. The 16th edition of Neighbours’ Day is an International success, since its launch in Paris in 2000, the festival continues to
- [ICSH Housing Finance Conference - Financing for Delivery & Management - 20th and 21st October](https://icsh.ie/icsh-housing-finance-conference-financing-for-delivery-management-20th-and-21st-october/) - The ICSH Housing Finance Conference, backed by AIB, took place in the Newpark Hotel, Castlecomer Road, Kilkenny on 20-21 October 2016. Presentations from the conference can now be downloaded below: The ICSH Housing Finance Conference has firmly established itself as the leading finance focused event for housing practitioners. Since its establishment in 2008, the event
- [Framework Agreement for Integrated Design Team Services to support the ‘Social Housing Strategy 2015 - 2020: Support, Supply and Reform’](https://icsh.ie/framework-agreement-for-integrated-design-team-services-to-support-the-social-housing-strategy-2015-2020-support-supply-and-reform-2/) - What services are covered by this framework? This is a Framework Agreement for the purchase of full (architect-led), integrated design team services to support housing projects delivered under the ‘Social Housing Strategy 2020 – Support, Supply and Reform’, which was launched by the Government in November 2014. All service providers on the Framework can provide
- [Irish Council for Social Housing reacts to Oireachtas Committee Report on Housing and Homelessness](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-reacts-to-oireachtas-committee-report-on-housing-and-homelessness/) - Press release Friday 17th June Irish Council for Social Housing reacts to Oireachtas Committee Report on Housing and Homelessness The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) today welcomed the publication of the cross party report from the Dáil Committee on Housing and Homelessness and in particular the recommendation for an immediate boost in supply to
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Welcomes Housing Action Plan](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-welcomes-housing-action-plan/) - Irish Council for Social Housing Welcomes Housing Action Plan ICSH supports mixed tenure approach and the role housing associations can play 19th July 2016 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) today welcomed the publication of the Housing Action Plan by Minister Simon Coveney and in particular the recommendation for a boost in social housing supply to
- [Housing Associations Ready to Deliver Over 5,000 Homes](https://icsh.ie/housing-associations-ready-to-deliver-over-5000-homes/) - Friday 09 September 2016: The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national representative body for housing associations, comments on the key role set out for the sector in Rebuilding Ireland. Caren Gallagher, Director of Policy said 'Our 15-member council, representing a diverse membership across the country, has been reflecting on the Government’s
- [Túath Housing celebrates European Neighbours Day](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-celebrates-european-neighbours-day/) - Clearstream Court Clearstream Court is a small development in Finglas. Tuath Housing manages 14 units within the development mixed two and three bed family homes. On the day our tenant Annette McGregor stated that she feels European Neighbours day is an excellent event to bring communities together and she looks forward to further community events.
- [North and East Housing Association celebrate European Neighbours Day](https://icsh.ie/north-and-east-housing-association-celebrate-european-neighbours-day/) - North & East Housing Association, in conjunction with the local Connect Family Resource Centre, hosted a fun filled International Neighbours Day on May 27th.In Moneymore, Drogheda, Co Louth, the residents of McArdle Green and the surrounding community came out in force to take part in the sports day and family picnic The event was also
- [Minister Coveney Visits Clúid Housing’s Newest Scheme](https://icsh.ie/minister-coveney-visits-cluid-housings-newest-scheme/) - 15 families and individuals move from waiting list to a home in Galway City The Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Mr. Simon Coveney, T.D., visited Clúid Housing's newest scheme in Galway city last week. Clúid, in partnership with NAMA and Galway City Council completed what was once an unfinished apartment block; producing 15
- [Clúid Housing - Macroom, Co. Cork](https://icsh.ie/cluid-housing-macroom-co-cork/) - This video is the story of Clúid Housing’s latest scheme in Co. Cork. In partnership with Cork County Council, Clúid purchased an apartment complex in Macroom and as a result 29 families moved into their new home in early 2016. The Granary, Sleaveen Road in Macroom is located close to the town centre and comprises
- [Túath Housing - Annual Report 2015](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-annual-report-2015/) - Túath Housing have published their Annual Report 2015, Looking to Brighter Futures.
- [North and East Housing Association - SEAI Better Energy Communities Scheme](https://icsh.ie/north-and-east-housing-association-seai-better-energy-communities-scheme/) - North & East are delighted to announce the upgrade of 55 homes in Killegland, Ashbourne and An Chearnóg, Dundalk. The upgrade works have been made possible under the SEAI Better Energy Communities Scheme and an innovative funding arrangement between SEAI, transport companies and community organisations. The measures for the North & East homes include insulation
- [Túath Summer 2016 News](https://icsh.ie/tuath-summer-2016-news/) - New Social Homes in Leinster and Connacht By mid-year, the association had acquired 240 new properties for social housing. The association expects to surpass the 500 mark by year end. James Street, Dublin 8: The Association purchased apartments from a receiver in James Street, Dublin 8 via Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) funding from the Department of Environment.
- [Circle Voluntary Housing Association Launches New Website and Publishes Tenant Satisfaction Surveys.](https://icsh.ie/circle-voluntary-housing-association-launches-new-website-and-publishes-tenant-satisfaction-surveys/) - Circle Voluntary Housing Association has launched a new website which provides greater information on their housing schemes, housing management and facilities management services. Their website address is www.circlevha.ie Separate to that, they have published a summary of their tenant satisfaction surveys that they have conducted over the past 5 years. The publication is on their
- [Respond! Housing – Formal opening of John’s College Redevelopment](https://icsh.ie/respond-housing-formal-opening-of-johns-college-redevelopment/) - On Friday 22nd July, the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Renewal, Damien English, T.D. performed the official opening of the John’s College campus in Waterford with a large crowd of distinguished guests in attendance. The Bishop of Waterford and Lismore, Very Reverent Alphonsus Cullinan and Dean Maria Jansson carried out a blessing of the
- [Respond! College Courses – Sept & Oct 2016](https://icsh.ie/respond-college-courses-sept-oct-2016/) - Respond! College have a range of courses now enrolling and beginning in September and October 2016. Click the following link for further details: http://www.respond.ie/events/respond-college-courses-upcoming-sept-oct-2016/
- [Praxis Care Conference -  City North Hotel, Gormanston, 9 November 2016](https://icsh.ie/praxis-care-conference-city-north-hotel-gormanston-9-november-2016/) - WHAT THE FUTURE HOLDS FOR DISABILITY SERVICES “How to prepare for a changed future” Praxis Care are holding a conference in the City North Hotel, Gormanston, on the 9th November 2016. This year the conference will be discussing the future of disability services in a period of unprecedented change. The conference will look at this
- [Social Housing Strategy and SPC Updates](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-strategy-and-spc-updates/) - The Members Section of the website has updates on Social Housing Strategy Project Board Meetings, Dublin City Council SPC meetings and Cork Social Housing Delivery Group meetings. The latest update has the latest Dublin City Council Housing Programme Monthly Report and Land Initiative Report. Log in to the website to access this section.
- [Tier One seminar - September 29th 2016](https://icsh.ie/tier-one-seminar-september-29th-2016/) - The annual ICSH Tier One Seminar, an event specifically aimed at board members and employees of smaller associations, took place on Thursday September 29th in the Ashling Hotel, Dublin 8. This followed on from last year’s successful seminar and featured presentations from expert speakers on topical issues such as financial governance and best practice for
- [Budget 2017 Housing Investment Welcome - State Lands Needed to Build Social Housing](https://icsh.ie/budget-2017-housing-investment-welcome-state-lands-needed-to-build-social-housing/) - Press Release Tuesday 11 October 2016: For immediate release The Irish Council for Social Housing has reacted to Budget 2017 positively. The ICSH welcome the housing allocation of €1.2 Billion, signifying a substantial commitment to address the housing crisis. An additional €28 million (40% increase) in emergency accommodation funding to tackle homelessness, along with
- [Social Housing Sector Calls for State Land to Deliver 15,000 Homes](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-sector-calls-for-state-land-to-deliver-15000-homes/) - PRESS RELEASE Thursday, 20th October 2016 The social housing sector needs immediate access to land and finance in order to meet the targets set out in the Government’s Action Plan for Housing and Homelessness. That’s according to the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the national federation for non-profit housing associations, which is holding its
- [One-Stop-Shop Coordination Unit Critical to Rebuilding Ireland Social Housing Ambition](https://icsh.ie/one-stop-shop-coordination-unit-critical-to-rebuilding-ireland-social-housing-ambition/) - PRESS RELEASE Monday, 7th November 2016 The contribution of housing associations in a housing market starved of new supply has been spotlighted by the Irish Council for Social Housing. Justin O'Brien, President of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), speaking today (7 November 2016) at the organisation’s AGM in the Ashling Hotel Dublin, reported
- [ICSH welcomes launch of social housing initiative and commitment to 26,000 new builds](https://icsh.ie/icsh-welcomes-launch-of-social-housing-initiative-and-commitment-to-26000-new-builds/) - 06 October 2016 **PRESS STATEMENT** ICSH WELCOMES LAUNCH OF SOCIAL HOUSING INITIATIVE AND COMMITMENT TO 26,000 NEW BUILDS “The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) warmly welcomes today’s launch of Pillar 2: Accelerate Social Housing, the second of five action initiatives to be launched from the Government’s Rebuilding Ireland housing action plan. Minister for Housing,
- [Túath Housing ‘Up On The Roof’ NTMA Chief Visits Social Housing Construction Project](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-up-on-the-roof-ntma-chief-visits-social-housing-construction-project/) - Conor O’Kelly, head of the National Treasury Management Agency (NTMA) is pictured (4th from left) on the fifth floor of a social housing apartment block under construction in Dun Laoghaire as part of a fact finding mission. Mr O’Kelly commented; ‘We are determined to find ways to unlock some of the advantages of historically low
- [Respond! Housing - 34 Families to be housed in New Development in Cork City at Ashmount Mews](https://icsh.ie/respond-housing-34-families-to-be-housed-in-new-development-in-cork-city-at-ashmount-mews/) - Respond! announced the completion of Phase I of our new Ashmount Mews social housing development, in the Silversprings/Mayfield area on the north-side of Cork city. Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government Simon Coveney TD visited Ashmount Mews and spoke to the 16 families who recently moved into their new homes. When Phase II
- [Respond! Housing - Minister for Housing and Community Simon Coveney visited John’s College, Waterford](https://icsh.ie/respond-housing-minister-for-housing-and-community-simon-coveney-visited-johns-college-waterford/) - Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government Simon Coveney TD visited John’s College – Respond!’s latest social housing development – in Waterford city. To date, Respond! has built 574 social homes and 4 childcare centres in Waterford city and county alone. John’s College was refurbished and redeveloped by Respond! Housing with the financial support
- [Respond! College - Celebrations & graduations as class of 2016 graduate from Respond! College](https://icsh.ie/respond-college-celebrations-graduations-as-class-of-2016-graduate-from-respond-college/) - Integrated housing can only be delivered through integrated planning and we hope that ‘Rebuilding Ireland’ will contribute to this. Housing, along with services are a core component in the development of truly sustainable communities.” James McCarthy resident of John’s College said: “In John’s College I know I am never alone. I have recently joined the
- [Fold Ireland to Develop New Older Persons Housing as Part of the Regeneration of Dolphin Park](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-to-develop-new-older-persons-housing-as-part-of-the-regeneration-of-dolphin-park/) - Fold Ireland are delighted to announce that we have lodged our planning application for 43 new Older Persons housing units to replace the existing Senior Citizens complex in Dolphin Park, Dublin. This design is a result of the design team’s interpretation of the needs and aspirations of the residents and Dublin City Council following
- [Circle Voluntary Housing Association publishes survey of its New Communities Tenants](https://icsh.ie/circle-voluntary-housing-association-publishes-survey-of-its-new-communities-tenants/) - Circle Voluntary Housing Association has published a survey of its New Communities Tenants. This survey was aiming to establish how integrated the new communities tenants felt they were in their Circle VHA housing scheme and local neighbourhood and whether they had experienced racial harassment. This publication is aiming to start a conversation among all social
- [North & East Housing Association welcome 18 new homes in Co. Meath](https://icsh.ie/north-east-housing-association-welcome-18-new-homes-in-co-meath/) - North & East Housing Association (North & East) welcomed the provision of 18 new homes at Ardmore Rise in Bettystown, Co. Meath which it has leased from NAMA for use as Social Housing, bringing to 29 the total number of homes in management in the scheme. The Minister of State for Housing and Urban Renewal,
- [Minister Coveney and Minister Kyne Visit Túath’s Social Housing Construction Project](https://icsh.ie/minister-coveney-and-minister-kyne-visit-tuaths-social-housing-construction-project/) - Pictured above left to right: Brendan McGrath (CEO Galway City Council), Noel Larkin (Mayor of Galway City), David Casserly (O’Malley’s Construction), Minister Simon Coveney, Fiona Egan (Túath Housing Association), Hildegarde Naughton (Fine Gael TD), Minister Seán Kyne. Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Simon Coveney and Minister for Gaeltacht Affairs and Natural Resources Seán
- [Túath reach the 500 mark for 2016](https://icsh.ie/tuath-reach-the-500-mark-for-2016/) - Town and Country Túath have surpassed the 500 homes mark with the delivery of 565 social homes in 2016 throughout the country in collaboration with 21 local authorities. The provision of homes nationally ranged from second hand bungalows for the elderly in Cavan to high end city centre apartments in Dublin Docklands, both purchased from
- [ALONE receive Certified Body Status from the Housing Finance Agency (HFA)](https://icsh.ie/alone-receive-certified-body-status-from-the-housing-finance-agency-hfa/) - ALONE are delighted to announce that we received confirmation of Certified Body Status from the Housing Finance Agency (HFA). ALONE has become only the 16th approved housing body (AHB) to receive this status nationally. The access to HFA finance will form the foundation for ALONE to increase its housing stock in the coming years in
- [Rebuilding Ireland](https://icsh.ie/rebuilding-ireland/)
- [ICSH Submission on the Review of the Mortgage to Rent Scheme](https://icsh.ie/icsh-submission-on-the-review-of-the-mortgage-to-rent-scheme/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) welcome the opportunity to make a submission on the review of the Mortgage to Rent Scheme. Following the implementation of the recommendations in the Keane Report (2011), a number of housing associations have been at the forefront in assisting in the development and implementation of the Mortgage to
- [Homes for Smart Ageing Universal Design Challenge: 5 commended entries selected](https://icsh.ie/homes-for-smart-ageing-universal-design-challenge-5-commended-entries-selected/) - Adaptable and smart homes will be the future in the developed world with advantages from saving energy to creating homes suitable for a lifetime. The Homes for Smart Ageing Universal Design Challenge (HSAUDC) is an open call for ideas that can demonstrate innovation in the design and delivery of solutions for adaptable and smart
- [Housing Association Social Housing Delivery  2016](https://icsh.ie/housing-association-social-housing-delivery-2016/) - Housing Associations (Approved Housing Bodies) have been working toward delivering an increased number of homes for people on social housing waiting lists in 2016. During 2016, housing associations provided homes for families on low incomes, homeless people, elderly and people with disabilities. the following is a summary of the homes delivered in 2016 by housing
- [The National Planning Framework: Ireland 2040 Plan](https://icsh.ie/the-national-planning-framework-ireland-2040-plan/) - The Department of Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government is leading the preparation of the National Planning Framework, or ‘NPF’, on behalf of Government. It is intended that the Ireland 2040 Plan will be a high-level document that will provide the framework for future development and investment in Ireland. It will be the overall Plan
- [Cavan Kick-Off for Irish Council for Social Housing Regional Roadshow 2017](https://icsh.ie/cavan-kick-off-for-irish-council-for-social-housing-regional-roadshow-2017/) - PRESS RELEASE Monday, 24th April 2017 Representing 270 members providing social housing across the length and breadth of Ireland, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) will meet with members from the North-East of the country in the Cavan Crystal Hotel on Wednesday 26th April. Local ICSH members including Anew Support Services, Túath Housing Association,
- [New Land Map Offers Way-Out of Housing Impasse](https://icsh.ie/new-land-map-offers-way-out-of-housing-impasse/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) welcome today’s publication of the Housing Land Map, which identifies sites available for housing in local authority ownership totaling 1,700 hectares as well as key urban sites in semi-state ownership amounting to 700 hectares. Commenting on Minister Coveney’s launch today, Kathleen McKillion, ICSH Director of Operations, said:
- [30% Social Housing in Four New Mixed Tenure Dublin Developments](https://icsh.ie/30-social-housing-in-four-new-mixed-tenure-dublin-developments/) - Last week's publication of the Rebuilding Ireland Housing Land Map was also accompanied by details of four new mixed tenure Dublin developments, with a commitment to at least 30% social housing, that have already been brought to the market by: South Dublin County Council at Kilcarbery, Dublin 22 and Dublin City Council at Infirmary Road
- [HAIL - Chief Executive Officer](https://icsh.ie/hail-chief-executive-officer/) - POSITION : Chief Executive Officer REPORTING TO : The Board of Directors LOCATION : Dublin City Centre OUR VISION AND MISSION HAIL is a voluntary housing association with over 300 properties in the greater Dublin area. HAIL's vision is to be the provider of choice for housing and support for people with mental health difficulties,
- [Peter McVerry Trust’s ‘Empty Homes Conference’](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trusts-empty-homes-conference/) - Peter McVerry Trust’s ‘Empty Homes Conference’ Agenda 08:30 Registration and Tea/Coffee 09:00 Welcome and Opening Remarks – Pat Doyle, CEO of Peter McVerry Trust 09:15 Keynote Address – Damien English, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Renewal 09:45 Session 1: Data & Information Analysis John O’Connor, Chief Executive, Housing Agency
- [24Housing Votes Tuath Board Member Professor Paddy Gray No1 Housing Power Player in Ireland and UK](https://icsh.ie/24housing-votes-tuath-board-member-professor-paddy-gray-no1-housing-power-player-in-ireland-and-uk/) - Congratulations to Professor Paddy Gray on being voted the No1 Housing Power Player in the UK and Ireland. 24 Housing is an influential housing focused monthly magazine, which annually invites the public to vote for the most influential person in housing today via an on line poll. The results of the poll were recently published
- [New Respond! social housing regeneration project in Cork City](https://icsh.ie/new-respond-social-housing-regeneration-project-in-cork-city/) - Cllr Tony Fitzgerald, John O'Connor, Chair of Respond! Housing, Minister for Housing, Planning, Community and Local Government Simon Coveney TD, Declan Dunne, CEO Respond! Housing, Lord Mayor Cllr Des Cahill, Cllr John Sheehan and Anne Doherty, CEO Cork City Council at the turning of the sod on a reconstruction project which will see 10 new
- [Housing Minister Simon Coveney launches new €400M HFA/EIB fund at Túath’s EIB funded Thornwood](https://icsh.ie/housing-minister-simon-coveney-launches-new-e400m-hfa-eib-fund-at-tuaths-eib-funded-thornwood/) - European Investment Bank backs record EUR 405 million Irish social housing investment programme The European Investment Bank today (2nd March, 2017) confirmed support for record new investment in social housing totaling EUR 405 million that will construct and improve thousands of properties across Ireland. It is expected that 1,400 new homes will be built and
- [Minister Coveney Launches New Family Hub Model of Accommodation](https://icsh.ie/minister-coveney-launches-new-family-hub-model-of-accommodation/) - Today in Respond’s Dublin headquarters in Drumcondra, Minister Coveney officially opened the new High Park Family Hub. Family Hubs are a caring new model of accommodation for families experiencing homelessness. They include wrap-around services to help families be in a better position to move into their own homes in the short-term.
- [STEER Housing Association Seek Board Members](https://icsh.ie/steer-housing-association-seek-board-members/) - S.T.E.E.R. Housing Association is a charitable housing association providing general needs housing for people throughout Ireland. We currently manage over 200 homes nationwide from offices in Letterkenny, Co.Donegal and Portarlington, Co. Laois. We are inviting applications from enthusiastic individuals who have skills and experience in one or more of the following areas: Legal; Finance; Compliance.The
- [Changing Perceptions: Stigma and Social Housing in Ireland](https://icsh.ie/changing-perceptions-stigma-and-social-housing-in-ireland/) - Mr. Simon Coveney, T.D., Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, recently launched Changing Perceptions; Stigma and Social Housing in Ireland. This research, which was commissioned by Clúid Housing, assesses the scale and impact of stigma on social housing in Ireland, and outlines a range of responses. The study, which was carried out by
- [Focus Ireland: Rock Against Homelessness 7th April 2017](https://icsh.ie/focus-ireland-rock-against-homelessness-7th-april-2017/) - Independent News & Media present ROCK AGAINST HOMELESSNESS The Olympia Theatre Friday 7th April 2017 In response to the shocking homeless crisis in Ireland, some of the nation’s biggest acts have come to together for a major charity concert. Focus Ireland is so thankful to everyone at INM and all the amazing musicians for
- [ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference 2017: Speaker Presentations](https://icsh.ie/icsh-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-2017-speaker-presentations/) - The ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference, supported by Gas Networks Ireland and the Allianz Community Housing Awards took place on the 27th & 28th September 2017 in the Limerick Strand Hotel. This year's conference and awards were enomrmously successful and the ICSH would like to thank all of the 320 delegates who attended and
- [A Win For Fold Ireland and Regeneration at the ICSH Biennial Community Housing Awards 2017](https://icsh.ie/a-win-for-fold-ireland-and-regeneration-at-the-icsh-biennial-community-housing-awards-2017/) - Fold Ireland’s housing regeneration scheme at Ballygall Road, Glasnevin, Dublin scooped the overall winner award at the Irish Council for Social Housing’s 8th Biennial Community Housing Awards, sponsored by Allianz, in the Limerick Strand Hotel on Wednesday 27th September. The awards, showcasing housing quality, innovation and partnership are open to housing associations, housing cooperatives
- [ICSH Community Housing Award 2017 - Winners](https://icsh.ie/icsh-community-housing-award-2017-winners/) - The ICSH Community Housing Awards, sponsored by Allianz, is a biennial competition that celebrates trailblazing excellence within the social housing sector, showcasing housing quality, innovation and partnership. The awards serve to demonstrate that good housing is the cornerstone to building diverse, sustainable and inclusive communities. Our awards showcase the best in housing for older people,
- [Irish Council for Social Housing to Meet Western Members in Claremorris for Social Housing Regional Roadshow 2017](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-to-meet-western-members-in-claremorris-for-social-housing-regional-roadshow-2017/) - Representing 270 members providing social housing across the length and breadth of Ireland, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) will meet with members from the West/North-West of the country in the McWilliam Park Hotel, Claremorris, County Mayo on Wednesday 10th May. Local ICSH members including St Vincent De Paul, Tearmann Éanna Teoranta, Túath Housing
- [Independent Survey Shows High level of Satisfaction Amongst Housing Association Tenants](https://icsh.ie/independent-survey-shows-high-level-of-satisfaction-amongst-housing-association-tenants/) - Today on European Neighbours’ Day 2017 (Friday 19th May 2017), the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) alongside tenants and staff of ICSH member organisations, Túath Housing, and HAIL launched the Tenant Experience Survey 2017. Key findings of this, the most comprehensive housing association survey to date, confirm that eight out of
- [Housing Associations Call for Renewed Focus on Social Housing at AGM 2017](https://icsh.ie/housing-associations-call-for-renewed-focus-on-social-housing-at-agm-2017/) - Monday, 3rd July 2017 PRESS RELEASE Minister Eoghan Murphy to address housing associations at AGM The five-pillar action plan on Housing and Homelessness, Rebuilding Ireland is only one-year off the block and must be given adequate resources to deliver on its commitments. So says Justin O'Brien, President of the Irish Council for
- [Professional Housing Management is Key to a Sustainable Rental Sector](https://icsh.ie/professional-housing-management-is-key-to-a-sustainable-rental-sector/) - Wednesday, 23rd August 2017 PRESS RELEASE Professional Housing Management is Key to a Sustainable Rental Sector -ICSH Publishes Annual Housing Management Data- We need to look seriously at professional housing management practice if we’re going to develop a sustainable rental sector. So says Dr Donal McManus, Chief Executive of the Irish Council for
- [Housing Associations Will Partner-up with Local Authorities](https://icsh.ie/housing-associations-will-partner-up-with-local-authorities/) - Housing Associations Will Partner-up with Local Authorities – ICSH Responds to Summit’s New Housing Activation Measures – Welcoming Minister Eoghan Murphy’s announcement today of an increase in direct build social housing, Dr Donal McManus, Chief Executive of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) stated that housing associations are ready to use their
- [A Home of My Own: Experiences of Moving from Mental Health Congregated Settings](https://icsh.ie/a-home-of-my-own-experiences-of-moving-from-mental-health-congregated-settings/) - On Wednesday, 21st June 2017, HAIL (Housing Association for Integrated Living) launched the evaluation report “A Home of My Own – Experiences of Moving from Mental Health Congregated Settings”. The report details the positive and life changing experiences of people with enduring mental health difficulties, moving from mental health congregated settings into independent
- [Introducing Martina Smith, New CEO of HAIL](https://icsh.ie/introducing-martina-smith-new-ceo-of-hail/) - Housing Association for Integrated Living (HAIL), are delighted to announce the appointment of Martina Smith as its new Chief Executive Officer. Martina has started her new position with HAIL on Monday 3rd July, 2017. Announcing the appointment, Chairperson of HAIL, Éanna McHugh said; “We are delighted to welcome Martina to HAIL. The Board looks
- [Appointment of John Hannigan as Chief Executive Officer, Circle Voluntary Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/appointment-of-john-hannigan-as-chief-executive-officer-circle-voluntary-housing-association/) - The Board of Circle Voluntary Housing Association is delighted to announce the appointment of John Hannigan as Chief Executive Officer with effect from 18th September 2017. John Hannigan has held the position of Managing Director of Sunbeam House Services since 2010. In addition to being a large service delivery organisation, Sunbeam House Services is
- [Túath Housing What's Behind The Orange Door?](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-whats-behind-the-orange-door/) - What’s Behind The Orange Door? Tuath Housing Association has just moved its main office to 33 Leeson St Lower, Dublin 2 and has opened a new office,just off Galway City’s main shopping streets down Kirwan’s Lane, to cater for its growing portfolio and regional activity. The Cork City office was not left out following a
- [Oaklee Housing Meeting Tenancy Needs with Kilkenny Social Housing Schemes](https://icsh.ie/oaklee-housing-meeting-tenancy-needs-with-kilkenny-social-housing-schemes/) - Minister Phelan views progress at two social housing schemes in Kilkenny Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government with responsibility for Local Government and Electoral Reform, John Paul Phelan T.D. today visited County Kilkenny to view progress at two social housing projects being developed by Oaklee Housing. The
- [Túath’s Diversity Strategy Reaping Dividends](https://icsh.ie/tuaths-diversity-strategy-reaping-dividends/) - Túath Housing’s national procurement and acquisition strategy secured over 500 social homes in 2017 by July. New social homes have been provided within 30 different local authority areas. A further 300+ social homes are currently on site and are also due for handover throughout the country before the end of the year. The association will
- [Clanmil Appoints New Chief Executive](https://icsh.ie/clanmil-appoints-new-chief-executive/) - The Board of Clanmil Ireland are pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Haynes as its new Chief Executive. Michael took up his position on the 1st September. Announcing the appointment, David Caird, Chair of Clanmil Ireland said; “We are delighted to welcome Michael to Clanmil. The Board looks forward to working with him
- [Irish Council for Social Housing and Minister Damien English Celebrate Community Housing Award Winners 2017](https://icsh.ie/irish-council-for-social-housing-and-minister-damien-english-celebrate-community-housing-award-winners-2017/) - Damien English TD, Minister for Housing and Urban Renewal launched the winners’ brochure alongside representatives of the winning entries. And an exhibition showcased the diversity and innovative work of the housing associations, housing cooperatives and local authorities participating. The projects submitted for the Awards are very much local responses to local housing need, and
- [ICSH Calls for a Social Housing Focused Budget](https://icsh.ie/icsh-calls-for-a-social-housing-focused-budget/) - PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, 27th September 2017 ICSH Calls for a Social Housing Focused Budget - National conference on social housing taking place in Limerick today and tomorrow - Social housing spend must be Ireland’s number one priority and no other measures in Budget 2018 can be allowed to derail
- [Glasnevin Regeneration Project Scoops Overall Winner at the Irish Council for Social Housing Community Housing Awards 2017](https://icsh.ie/glasnevin-regeneration-project-scoops-overall-winner-at-the-irish-council-for-social-housing-community-housing-awards-2017/) - Thursday 28th September 2017 PRESS RELEASE Glasnevin Regeneration Project Scoops Overall Winner at the Irish Council for Social Housing Community Housing Awards 2017 Fold Ireland’s housing regeneration scheme at Ballygall Road, Glasnevin, Dublin scooped the overall winner award at the Irish Council for Social Housing’s 8th Biennial Community Housing Awards, sponsored
- [A Social Housing Budget Requires a Bricks-and-Mortar Investment](https://icsh.ie/a-social-housing-budget-requires-a-bricks-and-mortar-investment/) - PRESS RELEASE Tuesday, 10th October 2017 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said this year’s housing budget demonstrates that the government is investing in social housing. However, the housing association membership body is concerned that diverting significant funds to supporting the private rental sector represents bad value for money. Social
- [New and refurbished social housing takes thousands off waiting list](https://icsh.ie/new-and-refurbished-social-housing-takes-thousands-off-waiting-list/) - – Social Housing Projects Showcased at Irish Architectural Archive – Wednesday 15th November 2017 Celebrating the 2017 Community Housing Award Winners in Dublin today, Donal McManus, Chief Executive of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) said that record entries for this year’s awards represent almost 900 homes, and at least
- [New Classification for Housing Associations Would Jeopardise Rebuilding Ireland Social Housing Programme](https://icsh.ie/new-classification-for-housing-associations-would-jeopardise-rebuilding-ireland-social-housing-programme/) - PRESS STATEMENT Wednesday, 20th December 2017 – The Irish Council for Social Housing reacts to today’s CSO classification of a large number of developing housing associations as bodies controlled by government that should be classified in the government sector – The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has expressed its deep concern
- [Affordable Rental Pilot Scheme Should be Prioritised](https://icsh.ie/affordable-rental-pilot-scheme-should-be-prioritised/) - PRESS STATEMENT Monday, 22nd January 2018 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has today expressed its hope that the three affordability measures, in particular the state’s move towards an affordable rental scheme, represent a commitment to embed affordability in our housing system. However, the measures still indicate that the state is relying
- [CSO Reclassification Risks Moving the Goalposts for Housing Associations that are Delivering 1/3 of all new Social Housing](https://icsh.ie/cso-reclassification-risks-moving-the-goalposts-for-housing-associations-that-are-delivering-1-3-of-all-new-social-housing/) - PRESS STATEMENT Thursday, 08th February 2018 – The Joint Committee on Housing, Planning and Local Government heard from representatives from the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) today who have called for a cross-departmental team to be established to work alongside housing association to ensure the CSO/Eurostat classification does not derail our social housing delivery
- [Ireland 2040 Regeneration and Development Agency Commits to Ringfence Public Lands for Affordable Housing](https://icsh.ie/ireland-2040-regeneration-and-development-agency-commits-to-ringfence-public-lands-for-affordable-housing/) - PRESS STATEMENT Friday, 16th February 2018 Speaking on foot of today’s launch of the National Planning Framework and Development Plan (Project Ireland 2040), the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) CEO, Dr. Donal McManus, said that the plan had a legal framework and a regional and local planning hierarchy integrating housing delivery
- [New International Partnership Aims to Help Ireland’s Most Vulnerable Homeless Individuals](https://icsh.ie/new-international-partnership-aims-to-help-irelands-most-vulnerable-homeless-individuals/) - Peter McVerry Trust, the national housing and homeless charity, has launched a new international partnership with Pathways Housing First Institute (USA). The charity believes the new partnership will result in a larger number of people with complex needs leaving homelessness and offer improved levels of tenancy sustainment for those that secure a new home.
- [The Community Housing Award Winners 2017](https://icsh.ie/the-community-housing-award-winners-2017/) - Short Videos of the Community Housing Award Winners 2017 (Overall Winner) Regeneration: Fold Ireland, Ballygall Road East, Glasnevin, Dublin 11 Housing for Families: Túath Housing, Thornwood, Beaumont, Dublin 9 Housing for People with Disabilities: Tinteán Housing, Tinteán Willow, Carlow Housing for Older People (Two Winners): St Vincent de Paul, St Micheal's Housing Scheme, Foxford,
- [New Local Authority Homes under Tuath Housing Management](https://icsh.ie/new-local-authority-homes-under-tuath-housing-management/) - On Monday 6th November Tuath had a double celebration with the handover of 47 new council homes at Hansfield, Clonee and the letting of the first phase of 49 new council apartments at Charlemont, Dublin 2. The Paddocks, Hansfield Wood, Dublin 15 The Taoiseach and Housing Minister were shown around the development by Paul Reid
- [AIB provide social housing Funding Facility to Túath Housing Association for up to 190 home](https://icsh.ie/aib-provide-social-housing-funding-facility-to-tuath-housing-association-for-up-to-190-home/) - AIB Corporate Banking has partnered with Túath Housing Association to fund the acquisition of up to 190 social homes in every County and District in Ireland. In response to Rebuilding Ireland’s vacant homes initiative, Túath are purchasing homes from the State’s Housing Agency and letting them to families on Local Authority housing waiting
- [Peter McVerry Trust to begin construction of Six New Social Housing Units](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trust-to-begin-construction-of-six-new-social-housing-units/) - Peter McVerry Trust, the national housing and homeless charity today turned the sod on a new build social housing scheme. The charity will build 6 social housing units and a community building on a site at Coldwinters in Fingal. Speaking at a ‘turning the sod’ ceremony on site Pat Doyle CEO of Peter
- [Clúid Housing Begins €21 Million Regeneration of North Inner City Flat Complex](https://icsh.ie/cluid-housing-begins-e21-million-regeneration-of-north-inner-city-flat-complex/) - Major regeneration project gets underway Clúid Housing has begun a €21 million redevelopment of St. Mary’s Mansions flat complex in Dublin’s North East inner city. Former and future residents of the social housing scheme joined Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government, Eoghan Murphy TD and Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure & Reform, Paschal
- [Shortlisted entries announced for CIH Housing Awards 2018](https://icsh.ie/shortlisted-entries-announced-for-cih-housing-awards-2018/) - We're delighted to reveal the shortlisted nominations for the CIH 2018 Housing Awards, sponsored by Radius Housing… With the highest number of entries ever received for this annual housing industry showcase, shortlisting in each of the 11 different housing categories was an immensely challenging experience for the independent judging panel, working on
- [ICSH Finance & Development Conference 2018](https://icsh.ie/icsh-finance-development-conference-2018/) - The ICSH Finance & Development Conference was held on 25-26 October at the Lyrath Hotel in Kilkenny, with over 250 delegates in attendance. Speakers from Ireland and overseas challenged our current policies and offered solutions to develop our thinking on housing affordability, cost, scale, and innovation and delegates probed the discussion and offered insightful
- [Housing Report Calls for Urgent Expert Management of State Land to Deliver Affordable Housing](https://icsh.ie/housing-report-calls-for-urgent-expert-management-of-state-land-to-deliver-affordable-housing/) - PRESS RELEASE Thursday, 12th April 2018 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) welcomes today’s publication by the Department of Housing of a series of reports investigating the obstacles to affordable housing delivery in Ireland. Commenting on the reports, ICSH CEO Dr. Donal McManus said, “recommendations for the strategic management of state lands
- [ICSH AGM Calls for Fair Deal Scheme for Supported Housing Under Project Ireland 2040](https://icsh.ie/icsh-agm-calls-for-fair-deal-scheme-for-supported-housing-under-project-ireland-2040/) - Monday, 18th June 2018 PRESS RELEASE A year into his brief, Minister Eoghan Murphy to address Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) housing association members at AGM 2018 The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is calling for the National Planning Framework (Project Ireland 2040) to deliver a reconfigured Nursing Homes Support Scheme (Fair
- [ICSH AGM 2018](https://icsh.ie/icsh-agm-2018/) - Reflecting on the work of the ICSH during 2017 and in the years to come, issues that were raised included the challenges facing housing associations, and the ICSH as membership body, in relation to the CSO/Eurostat reclassification of housing associations as part of the local government sub-sector. Also, the recurring concerns facing our smaller (Tier
- [Housing Conference Told Well Regulated Rapid-Build Will Help Tackle the Affordable Housing Crisis](https://icsh.ie/housing-conference-told-well-regulated-rapid-build-will-help-tackle-the-affordable-housing-crisis/) - PRESS RELEASE Thursday 25th October 2018 - ICSH national conference on social housing taking place in Kilkenny Thursday and Friday 25-26 October - ‘The affordable and social housing crisis will endure for a generation unless rapid and modular housing systems become the norm. However, the Irish Council for Social Housing is concerned that the
- [Fold Ireland - 97 New Homes for Older People in Crumlin](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-97-new-homes-for-older-people-in-crumlin/) - Fold Ireland are delighted to announce the commencement on site of a development at St Agnes, Armagh Road, Crumlin, which we have been working toward for some time. This development will deliver 97 much needed quality apartments for older people on a well located and serviced site which includes a primary care facility and a
- [Fold Ireland  - 43 New Purpose Built Apartments for Older People in Dolphin Park](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-43-new-purpose-built-apartments-for-older-people-in-dolphin-park/) - Following planning and procurement, construction is now under way on 43 new older persons housing units to replace the existing senior citizens complex in Dolphin Park, Dublin. The new apartments, specially designed for older people and incorporating modern community facilities, will be ready for occupation in Feb 2019. Fold Ireland is proud to be part
- [North & East Commence Development of old Fire Station Site in Drogheda](https://icsh.ie/north-east-commence-development-of-old-fire-station-site-in-drogheda/) - North & East is delighted to announce that work has begun on the demolition of the old Fire Station on Scarlet Street in Drogheda. This project undertaken by North & East will revitalise this site while incorporating the character of the existing historic neighbourhood and will provide 15 homes catering for the needs of families
- [Nine new Homes from North & East in Darcystown Balrothery](https://icsh.ie/nine-new-homes-from-north-east-in-darcystown-balrothery/) - On 16th May, North & East celebrated the opening of nine homes in Darcystown Balrothery. Minister of State at the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, Damien English, TD, Cllr David O’Connor and John Ryan the Chairman of North & East visited one of the homes before the Minister unveiled a plaque to mark
- [Persistence Pays-off with Value for Money for Túath in Dublin Docklands](https://icsh.ie/persistence-pays-off-with-value-for-money-for-tuath-in-dublin-docklands/) - After several years of a very challenging acquisition process, Túath completed the purchase of 26 apartments at Northbank, Castleforbes, D1, for just under €5M. The apartments have been refurbished and comprise mix of 6 x one beds, 16 x two beds and 4 x three beds. The homes were bought under Section 25 (DDDA Part
- [Neighbours’ Day 2018](https://icsh.ie/neighbours-day-2018/) - Respond Celebrate Neighbours’ Day 2018 Respond celebrated European Neighbours’ Day in Dublin on the 23rd May and in Waterford on the 25th May. Everyone had a fantastic day in High Park celebrating Neighbours Day and with a fantastic meal followed by face painting and 99 ice creams for everyone. Respond also hosted a BBQ for
- [Túath Housing: 4,000th Social Home Just Let](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-4000th-social-home-just-let/)
- [Damien English Launches North & East Housing Association’s Annual Report at New Trim Housing Scheme](https://icsh.ie/damien-english-launches-north-east-housing-associations-annual-report-at-new-trim-housing-scheme/) - Damien English, Minister for Housing & Urban Development launched North & East Housing Association’s Annual Report while on a visit to Millrace Court, Trim, County Meath. The Association recently acquired 11 new homes there. The Development which comprises seven family and four one-bed apartments and is located at Emmett Street in the town centre. The
- [Peter McVerry Trust Open 13 New Units for Homeless Households](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trust-open-13-new-units-for-homeless-households/) - The Peter McVerry Trust has just launched 13 new social housing units on Castle Street in Dublin City Centre. The units, which will provide housing for people who have been impacted by homelessness, have been delivered in partnership with the Housing Agency (as part of their €70 million rolling fund), Dublin City Council and the
- [Peter McVerry Trust to Take on Operations of Stepping Stone Charity](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trust-to-take-on-operations-of-stepping-stone-charity/) - The Dublin charity, Stepping Stone Accommodation, which provides housing to people at risk of homelessness, has announced that its operations are to be taken on by the national housing and homeless charity, Peter McVerry Trust. Stepping Stone was originally established as House-A-Marriage (HAM) and had its first property in Phibsboro. Since then it has grown
- [Túath Records 112% Increase in Turnover](https://icsh.ie/tuath-records-112-increase-in-turnover/) - Túath recorded significant year on year growth last year. The Association’s turnover increased by 35% from €23m in 2017 to €31m in 2018 on the back of a 22% increase in properties, with assets valued at over €426m, equalling a 61% increase. A 112% increase in turnover of €16.5m was recorded for the last 3
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- [2019 Regional Meetings](https://icsh.ie/2019-regional-meetings/) - ICSH members are invited to attend our upcoming Regional Meetings which are being held around the country in the coming weeks. These meetings provide an open forum for the ICSH to assist members in the development, management and compliance/governance of their associations; as well as an opportunity to engage with other stakeholders in the sector
- [ICSH AGM 2019](https://icsh.ie/icsh-agm-2019/) - We held our AGM 2019 on the Ashling Hotel Dublin on 19th June. Damien English TD, Minister for Housing and Urban Development launched our Annual Report 2019 and spoke about the ciritical role for housing associations in delivering on the 50,000 social homes committeed to in Rebuilding Ireland. In particular, he stressed the ned for
- [Election 2019 Briefing - #housingpledge2019](https://icsh.ie/election-2019-briefing-housingpledge2019/) - #housingpledge2019 The housing crisis continues to deepen with many marginalised and lower income households suffering most acutely. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking all political parties and candidates to ensure that access to affordable, good quality, secure accommodation for all households is a central focus for Election 2019. The ICSH propose a
- [4 out of 10 New Social Homes in 2018 were Delivered by Housing Associations](https://icsh.ie/4-out-of-10-new-social-homes-in-2018-were-delivered-by-housing-associations/) - -Housing Association Sector Launches its 2018 Social Housing Completions Report - Wednesday 15th May 2019 Today, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) will launch the Housing Association Activity Report 2018. Ireland’s housing association sector provided 3,219 social homes in 2018, 38% of the national total, and took more than 4,000 households off the
- [University of Limerick - Housing Law and Policy module](https://icsh.ie/university-of-limerick-housing-law-and-policy-module/) - Housing Law and Policy is an online module offered by the School of Law at the University of Limerick and Community Law & Mediation. Now in its third year, this collaboration between the University and CLM marries together the academic and practitioner areas of housing law, and provides participants with an understanding of the legal
- [ICSH Annual General Meeting - 19th June, 2019](https://icsh.ie/icsh-annual-general-meeting-19th-june-2019/) - The ICSH will hold its Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 19th June 2019, at 11am in the Ashling Hotel Dublin (adjacent to Heuston Station). Mr. Damien English, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, has been invited to launch the ICSH Annual Report 2018 and respond to queries from delegates.The business of the AGM
- [Housing Associations at AGM 2019 Ready for Strategic Delivery Partner Role in National Climate Action Plan](https://icsh.ie/housing-associations-at-agm-2019-ready-for-strategic-delivery-partner-role-in-national-climate-action-plan/) - Wednesday, 19th June 2019 PRESS RELEASE Housing Associations at AGM 2019 Ready for Strategic Delivery Partner Role in National Climate Action Plan Housing associations attending the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) AGM 2019 are ready to partner up with local authorities to deliver ambitious climate action measures for Ireland’s housing stock The Irish Council
- [Latest Sod-Turning Sees Major Growth in Supported Housing for Charleville](https://icsh.ie/latest-sod-turning-sees-major-growth-in-supported-housing-for-charleville/) - On Thursday 13th December 2018, Cllr Ian Doyle, deputising for the Mayor of the County of Cork, turned the sod on four more units for Charleville Sheltered Housing Services. Charleville Sheltered Housing Services has received Capital Assistance Scheme funding of €793,000 through Cork County Council to build these four additional units. The organisation currently
- [Anew wins Women’s Support Group of the year at the Irish Women's Awards 2019](https://icsh.ie/anew-wins-womens-support-group-of-the-year-at-the-irish-womens-awards-2019/) - Anew Support Services, a national housing and support organisation for pregnant women experiencing or at risk of homelessness, has won the award for Women’s Support Group of the year at the Irish Women’s Awards 2019. Anew delivers Supported Temporary Accommodation (Cherry Blossom Cottage) in Swords, Co. Dublin in partnership with the Dublin Region Homeless Executive
- [Peter McVerry Trust announces plans to double housing provision in Limerick](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trust-announces-plans-to-double-housing-provision-in-limerick/) - Peter McVerry Trust, the national housing and homeless charity, has announced that it will expand its housing provision in Limerick to 100 units in the next 18 months. The charity, which set up its mid-west regional office in Limerick City in December 2016, currently has 50 housing units in Limerick City and County. The announcement
- [Taoiseach Leo Varadkar checks progress on Tuath’s social housing development in Dundalk](https://icsh.ie/taoiseach-leo-varadkar-checks-progress-on-tuaths-social-housing-development-in-dundalk/) - Dundoogan, Haynestown is a planned 1100 home development, 112 of which Tuath are acquiring for social housing in collaboration with the Department of Housing, Louth County Council and developer, Cannon Kirk Ltd. The first phase of 26 homes are due to be handed over this month with the remaining 86 homes ready for occupation by
- [Fold Ireland Provides 47 New Homes for Older People in Coolock](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-provides-47-new-homes-for-older-people-in-coolock/) - Fold Ireland (AHB), are proud to have been involved in the development of a new three-storey Residential Apartment Block that provides independent living for older people. The Tonlegee Road development contains 47 one-bed apartments that were provided under the Rebuilding Ireland Action Plan. Dublin City Council were the sanctioning authority for the scheme with funding
- [Social housing development launch in Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh](https://icsh.ie/social-housing-development-launch-in-beal-atha-an-ghaorthaidh/) - Dónal McManus, Chairperson Irish Council of Social Housing and the Mayor’s representative Cllr. Michael Looney recently launched a new development of social housing at Cuan Barra, Kilmore, Béal Átha an Ghaorthaidh by the housing body Coiste Tithe Uibh Laoire Teo. The development comprises of three houses providing long-term accommodation for older people. Cork County Council
- [TopHouse](https://icsh.ie/tophouse/) - Since 2017, the ICSH has been involved the EU / Erasmus funded TopHouse project. TopHouse aims to define the competences of professionals in the assessment, housing and support/care sector to strengthen the ability of staff to foster inclusion and respect for human rights and work more effectively and constructively with the comples needs of service
- [ICSH COVID-19 and Upcoming Meeting and Events](https://icsh.ie/icsh-covid-19-and-upcoming-meeting-and-events/) - In relation to our upcoming meetings and events, we are heeding the current advice which does not currently recommend cancelling such events, however we will be monitoring the situation constantly and will postpone events if required or if we feel it is in the interests of public health. We will keep members updated on any
- [Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) Seminar  - 25th September 2019](https://icsh.ie/capital-assistance-scheme-cas-seminar-25th-september-2019/) - Aidan O’Reilly, Principal Officer at the Department of Housing Planning and Local Government, provided the first input on the CAS approval process and timeline at the ICSH CAS seminar on 25th September. The content was relevant and interesting for both AHBs new to the scheme and those experienced in CAS. Staff from the Housing Agency
- [Capital Advance Leasing Scheme (CALF) Seminar - 30th September 2019](https://icsh.ie/capital-advance-leasing-scheme-calf-seminar-30th-september-2019/) - More than 100 AHB members and Local authority staff attended our CALF seminar on 30th September to learn more about the changes to the Capital Advance leasing scheme. This workshop, delivered by Hugh Coll, Head of Financial Modelling, with Altair addressed the needs of those in attendance who were familiar with delivery through CALF and
- [ICSH Training & Events 2020](https://icsh.ie/icsh-training-events-2020/) - The ICSH has a full calendar of education, training, networking and conference events in 2020. Members will be notified with full details of all planned events in due course. Please contact Catherine@icsh.ie or 01 6618334 for more information on upcoming event.
- [Child Protection, Children First workshops - March 31st and April 1st](https://icsh.ie/child-protection-children-first-workshops-march-31st-and-april-1st/) - *These dates are postponed due to the Covid-19 restrictions but we look forward to delivering them soon once current restrictions have been lifted.* The ICSH, in partnership with Barnardos, one of Ireland's leading children's charities, is holding a training workshop which will equip housing practitioners with knowledge and skills regarding their responsibilities and obligations in
- [Budget 2020](https://icsh.ie/budget-2020/) - The ICSH weclomes the Budget 2020 package, which includes the following meaures to deliver housing and combat homelessness An overall package of €2.6 billion to support the social housing needs of over 27,500 households in 2020. This breaks down as follows: Through the increased capital and current funding provision, 11,167 new social homes will
- [National Social Housing Conference to Address Sector’s Climate Action Responsibilities](https://icsh.ie/national-social-housing-conference-to-address-sectors-climate-action-responsibilities/) - “The social housing sector is looking to deliver low carbon solutions as part of our national effort to build a more climate resilient society”. So says Dr. Donal McManus, CEO of the Irish Council for Social Housing, at their National Social Housing conference in Wexford on 10th-11th October, sponsored by AIB. “Key low carbon
- [Housing (Regulation of Approved Housing Bodies) Act 2019 - ICSH Briefing Note](https://icsh.ie/housing-regulation-of-approved-housing-bodies-act-2019-icsh-briefing-note/) - The regulation of housing associations/ approved housing bodies (AHBs) has been an objective of Government for some time, essentially to ensure that housing provided by AHBs is well governed and managed. The ICSH has been advocating on behalf of members in regard to the proposed regulation of the sector and working closely with the Minister
- [Election 2020 - Delivering a Fair and Affordable Housing System](https://icsh.ie/election-2020-delivering-a-fair-and-affordable-housing-system/) - Karen Murphy, ICSH Policy Director, talks to two of our housing association members about the general election on the 8th of February and the central issue of social housing. At the Irish Council for Social Housing, we strongly believe that delivering a fair and affordbale housing system is the cornerstone for a better society and
- [What are our Political Parties Housing Pledges for Election 2020?](https://icsh.ie/what-are-our-political-parties-housing-pledges-for-election-2020/) - The housing crisis continues to deepen with many marginalised and lower income households suffering most acutely. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking all political parties and candidates to ensure that access to affordable, good quality, secure accommodation for all households is a central focus for Election 2020. Delivering a fair and affordable
- [Housing Picket Blocking Essential Delivery of Homes Unhelpful](https://icsh.ie/housing-picket-blocking-essential-delivery-of-homes-unhelpful/) - A picket in Mulhuddart, Dublin 15 has halted the construction of 65 new social rented homes by ICSH housing association member, Clúid Housing The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH, the national federation of housing associations) is calling for an urgent end to the protest, on a social housing building site in Dublin 15, that
- [Minister Eoghan Murphy officially opens Castleguard Manor in Ardee, Co. Louth](https://icsh.ie/minister-eoghan-murphy-officially-opens-castleguard-manor-in-ardee-co-louth/) - Tuath contracted with Modern Homes Ireland (MHI) to deliver this impressive new estate of 102 A rated, energy efficient family houses in rapid time with the backing of Louth County Council and the Department of Housing. Ninety per cent of the homes were completed in Modern Homes Ireland’s (MHI) state of the art facility in
- [Sheltered/Supported Housing Webinar - 23rd April 2020](https://icsh.ie/sheltered-supported-housing-webinar-23rd-april-2020/) - The ICSH is hosting a series of webinars for our member housing associations during the COVID-19 crisis to provide updates on the latest issues and developments impacting on our member organisations work. Our Sheltered/Supported Housing Webinar (23rd April) looked at issues specific to our sheltered/supported housing member organisations, with examples and experiences of how they
- [Housing Associations Responding to Covid-19](https://icsh.ie/housing-associations-responding-to-covid-19/) - Our member housing associations have a long history of providing housing for people who need accommodation with some element of support. Joe Quinn and Betty O'Leary live in supported housing in Avenue Grove Bandon, provided by our housing association member Bandon Geriatric and Community Council. Listen to Joe and Betty talk about cocooning during the
- [Essential workers list - AHB requirements](https://icsh.ie/essential-workers-list-ahb-requirements/) - The Government has now published the list of essential workers who are permitted to travel for work purposes for the period of restricted movement until 12th April 2020. Firstly, all employees should work remotely from home if at all possible. The guidance published on 28th March is to provide guidance to employers and employees as
- [Local Authority Community Response Forums](https://icsh.ie/local-authority-community-response-forums/) - To slow the spread of COVID-19, vulnerable people are being asked to cocoon. This means they should stay at home at all times and avoid face-to-face contact. Those at risk are: people aged 70 or over everyone living in a residential home or long term care people who have serious medical conditions
- [Homeless Services & Housing Webinar - 30th April 2020](https://icsh.ie/homeless-services-housing-webinar-30th-april-2020/) - The ICSH is hosting a series of webinars for our member housing associations during the COVID-19 crisis to provide updates on the latest issues and developments impacting on our member organisations' work. Our 30th April Webinar was specifically for our Homeless Services & Housing members. This ICSH webinar looked at specific challenges, learnings and experiences
- [Respond! Housing Association National Conference](https://icsh.ie/respond-housing-association-national-conference/) - The Best Way Forward: Inclusive Communities for Older People Wednesday, 23rd October The Convention Centre, Dublin Respond! Housing Association held their National Conference entitled "The Best Way Forward: Inclusive Communities for Older People" on the 23rd of October in the Convention Centre in Dublin. The brochure contains full details on the conference programme and speakers. The
- [Oaklee Housing Trust launch Annual Review 2012/13 and Corporate Plan 2013/14 - 2015/16](https://icsh.ie/oaklee-housing-trust-launch-annual-review-2012-13-and-corporate-plan-2013-14-2015-16/) - Oaklee Housing Trust recently launched their Annual Review 2012/13 and Corporate Plan 2013/14 - 2015/16. These can be downloaded as follows: Oaklee Housing Trust Corporate Plan 2013/14 - 2015/16
- [Focus Ireland Conference: Conference: Working to End Homelessness: ‘New Solutions to Finding Homes’](https://icsh.ie/focus-ireland-conference-conference-working-to-end-homelessness-new-solutions-to-finding-homes/) - Wednesday 27th November 2013, Vavasour Suite, Aviva Stadium, Dublin, 9.00am-5.00pm Focus Ireland’s annual conference, Working to End Homelessness: ‘New Solutions to Finding Homes’ took place on Wednesday 27th of November from 9.00am to 5.00pm in the Vavasour Suite of the Aviva Stadium in Dublin. For this conference, Focus Ireland brought together a range of leading
- [Inis Housing Association - Addressing the socio-economic welfare of tenants](https://icsh.ie/inis-housing-association-addressing-the-socio-economic-welfare-of-tenants/) - Addressing the socio-economic welfare of tenants: Inis Housing Association Ltd. (IHA) is an approved housing body and an affiliated member of the Irish Council for Social Housing and is dedicated to providing quality, low energy homes within the Munster region. On September 28th 2011 IHA received a prestigious National award for the best Part V
- [Túath Housing - SEAI Energy Award for Honey Park](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-seai-energy-award-for-honey-park/) - Honey Park Dun Laoghaire, winner of the ICSH 2013 award for Mixed Communities has again been recognised with the prestigious Environment Category at the SEAI Energy Awards 2013. Honey Park currently consists of 80 social and 64 affordable apartments along with private family accommodation within a proposed overall development to provide some 856 houses &
- [Túath Housing Association - New Social Housing Delivered in North County Dublin via NARPS](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-association-new-social-housing-delivered-in-north-county-dublin-via-narps/) - Túath has worked together in partnership with Fingal County Council and NAMA to lease twenty new homes at Red Arches, The Coast, Baldoyle, Dublin 13. All of the new homes will be let to applicants on the Council’s, housing waiting list. The properties are being leased by Túath for a period of 20 years and
- [Circle Voluntary Housing Association Wins The Public Sector Excellence in Business Awards 2013](https://icsh.ie/circle-voluntary-housing-association-wins-the-public-sector-excellence-in-business-awards-2013/) - December 2013 - Circle VHA Wins the The Public Sector Magazine Award 2013 Circle Voluntary Housing Association has won The Public Sector Excellence in Business Awards 2013 for the delivery and management of its social housing. Circle VHA is the first approved housing body to receive such an award from The Public Sector Magazine. Circle
- [Túath Housing - New Homes in Management](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-new-homes-in-management/) - February News 24.02.2014 Túath recently completed the purchase of 7no. houses in Roseberry Hill, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. Túath worked in partnership with Kildare County Council, the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government, the Housing Finance Agency Limited and NAMA to ensure high specification family homes were purchased in a high demand area. The properties
- [Túath Housing - Vacancies at Castleross Retirement Village, Carrickmacross, Monaghan](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-vacancies-at-castleross-retirement-village-carrickmacross-monaghan/) - VACANCIES Castleross Retirement Village, Carrickmacross, Monaghan Semi detached bungalows available for rent. 2 bedrooms, superbly finished, fully fitted and painted with appliances. Serene, picturesque area ideal for older tenants. Applicants must be over the age of 55 OR have a disability which requires supported living. Please contact Annmarie Whyte at Túath Housing on 01 5250785 for
- [Fold Ireland - New Approach to Social Housing Unveiled by Fold Ireland](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-new-approach-to-social-housing-unveiled-by-fold-ireland/) - PRESS RELEASE Wednesday, 26th February 2014 New Approach to Social Housing Unveiled by Fold Ireland A new approach to providing social housing for older people – combining private finance and local authority support – was unveiled today (26.02.14) by the housing association Fold Ireland at a sod-turning ceremony for a housing project in Glasnevin, Dublin.
- [Banner Housing Association deliver 4 new apartments](https://icsh.ie/banner-housing-association-deliver-4-new-apartments/) - Banner Housing Association recently completed the purchase of four two bedroom apartments in Cluain Ros Leamhain, Ennis, Co Clare. Banner Housing Association worked in conjunction with Ennis Town Council, the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, Clann Credo Limited and NAMA/Deloitte Receivers to ensure tenants will receive high specification homes. The apartments will
- [HAIL takes 25 New Homes into Management](https://icsh.ie/hail-takes-25-new-homes-into-management/) - HAIL are delighted to take into management 25 new homes in Coultry, Ballymun on behalf of Dublin City Council. The properties are situated across the park from our existing Ballymun development at Woodhazel. The development is a mix of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bed houses, apartments and duplexes. The properties are sustainable, energy efficient
- [Roscara Housing Association - 20th Anniversary Celebrations](https://icsh.ie/roscara-housing-association-20th-anniversary-celebrations/) - Congratulations to Roscara Housing Association who recently celebrated their 20th anniversary. Roscara Housing Association provide housing in the community for people with intellectual disabilities throughout Roscommon.
- [Foscadh Housing Association delivers final phase of 69 homes in County Louth](https://icsh.ie/foscadh-housing-association-delivers-final-phase-of-69-homes-in-county-louth/) - Foscadh Housing Association is delighted to announce that four more families received the keys to their new homes in our Lia Bhrega development in February 2014. These very generously sized three bedroom homes complete the 69 unit Lia Bhrega development in Drogheda, County Louth. The new homes are a result of the continued use of
- [Túath Housing - New Homes in Munster - Blarney, Co. Cork](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-new-homes-in-munster-blarney-co-cork/) - May brought the delivery of twelve new homes at Woodfield, Blarney via the NARPS initiative. Túath worked in partnership with NAMA and Cork County Council to lease the properties for just under 21 years. The homes are currently being let to applicants from the Council’s housing waiting list. Bronagh D’Arcy, Túath’s Director of Development stated;
- [Túath’s First Scheme in Cavan](https://icsh.ie/tuaths-first-scheme-in-cavan/) - The Association purchased 10no. 2 bed bungalows within Castlemanor Retirement Village, Cavan. The acquisition was completed using CAS funding provided by the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government. The properties will be exclusively allocated to elderly applicants from the Council’s waiting list. Residents will be able to take full advantage of the facilities onsite
- [Clanmil Housing Association Ireland officially open new scheme in heart of Clondalkin](https://icsh.ie/clanmil-housing-association-ireland-officially-open-new-scheme-in-heart-of-clondalkin/) - Paudie Coffey TD, Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government officially opens a new innovative, energy efficient housing development in the heart of Clondalkin Valhalla, an independent living scheme, was officially opened today by Paudie Coffey TD, Minister of State at the Department of the Environment, Community and Local
- [New social housing delivered in Dublin City via NAMA leasing initiative](https://icsh.ie/new-social-housing-delivered-in-dublin-city-via-nama-leasing-initiative/) - Túath Housing in collaboration with Dublin City Council, NAMA and the Department of Environment have delivered forty eight much needed new homes at Clare Village. The homes have been exclusively let to persons and families on the Council’s waiting list. The high specification new homes are fully furnished in turn key condition. The homes have been
- [Túath Housing Launch 2013 Annual Report](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-launch-2013-annual-report/) - Túath Housing Association recently launched their 2013 annual report which gives an overview of Túath's activities last year and their future into 2014. It can be downloaded in full by clicking here.
- [Ag Eisteacht supports professionals working in homeless sector](https://icsh.ie/ag-eisteacht-supports-professionals-working-in-homeless-sector/) - Picture: Chief Superintendent Michael Finn, Declan Dunne CEO of Sophia Housing, James Foley Fund Administrator Electric Ireland, Brendan Mills Ag Eisteacht, at Launch of Homeless Initiative 17th Sept 2014, The Centre for Effective Services, Dublin 2 Cork-based charity, Ag Eisteacht, has launched a national training programme to support professionals who work with people experiencing homelessness.
- [Banner Housing Association launch 2014 - 2018 strategic plan](https://icsh.ie/banner-housing-association-launch-2014-2018-strategic-plan/) - Banner Housing Association recently launched their 2014 - 2018 strategic plan which outlines the associaiton's main obectives over the next 5 years. It can be downloaded in full here.
- [North & East Housing Association deliver new social housing via NAMA leasing initiative in Co. Meath](https://icsh.ie/north-east-housing-association-deliver-new-social-housing-via-nama-leasing-initiative-in-co-meath/) - North and East are delighted to announce that we have now taken over the lease of 11 dwellings in Ardmore, Bettystown, Co Meath. This was the result of many months of hard work and dedication from Meath County Council, NAMA (NARPS) and North and East Housing Association. We would also like to acknowledge the support
- [Túath Housing - Autumn News 2014](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-autumn-news-2014/) - NEW HOMES IN CONNAUGHT, LEINSTER, MUNSTER & ULSTER Some 70 new homes were provided in September and October covering the length and breadth of the country. Amongst the new properties delivered were homes located in Galway City, Sandyford, Macroom and Cavan Town. An Leargan, Galway City has provided twelve apartments for small families with stunning
- [Fold Ireland - New Homes for Christmas](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-new-homes-for-christmas/) - Fold Ireland are delighted to announce the purchase of 13 Apartments at Dunboyne Castle, Dunboyne, Co Meath. This is Fold Ireland’s first Housing Development outside Dublin. The delivery of these homes was the result of an “off the shelf purchase” which Fold Ireland negotiated with a local property agent. This purchase would not have been
- [Brickens Housing Association - Vacancies, Claremorris, Co. Mayo](https://icsh.ie/brickens-housing-association-vacancies-claremorris-co-mayo/) - Brickens Housing Association currently have 2 vacancies in their housing scheme for older persons in Brickens, Claremorris, Co. Mayo. There is currently one one-bedroom house and one two-bedroom house available for rent. Please contact Mary Teresa Brennan on 094 9380910 or lohanpark@eircom.net for further details.
- [Túath Housing - Public Sector Magazine Award](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-public-sector-magazine-award/) - Túath Housing were recently awarded the Excellence in Social Responsibility for Voluntary Housing Management by Public Sector Magazine as part of their 2014 Excellence in Business Awards. Further information can be downloaded here.
- [Tuath Housing Christmas News - 2014](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-christmas-news-2014/) - Beannachtaí an tSéasúir ó gach duine í dTúath Housing! New Homes in Mullingar for Christmas Túath are delighted to announce the delivery of 12 new homes in Cloon Lara, Mullingar just in time for Christmas. Túath worked in partnership with NAMA, Westmeath County Council and the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government to lease
- [Banner Housing Association deliver new units in Co. Clare](https://icsh.ie/banner-housing-association-deliver-new-units-in-co-clare/) - Banner Housing Association recently completed the purchase of two two bedroom apartments and one three bedroom apartment in Boheraroan, Newmarket on Fergus, Co Clare. Banner Housing Association worked in conjunction with Clare County Council and the Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government to ensure tenants will receive high quality specification homes. The apartments
- [Cork County Council & Túath Housing’s Partnership Results in New Homes](https://icsh.ie/cork-county-council-tuath-housings-partnership-results-in-new-homes/) - Mr Paudie Coffey, TD, Minister of State at the Department of the Environment Community and Local Government carried out a tree planting ceremony on the 17th February to mark the official opening of Woodfield House, 12 new family homes in Blarney, Co. Cork. Woodfield House is a partnership project between NAMA, Cork County Council and
- [Clúid Housing Association win Retrofitting Project of the Year Award](https://icsh.ie/cluid-housing-association-win-retrofitting-project-of-the-year-award/) - Clúid Housing is proud to have been awarded the Retrofitting Project of the Year Award at the Irish Building and Design Awards 2015. Clúid received this award for the outstanding works carried out on five properties in the Howth/Baldoyle area of Dublin. For more information on this project please see Clúid's website: http://www.cluid.ie/what-we-do/case-studies/dublin-howth-and-baldoyle/ Pictured are
- [North and East Housing Association - 22 new homes in Drogheda, Co. Louth](https://icsh.ie/north-and-east-housing-association-22-new-homes-in-drogheda-co-louth/) - North and East Housing Association is delighted to announce that 22 homes in the McArdle Green Development in Moneymore, Drogheda were handed over to our new tenants during the week of the 27th April. This project is an attractive development of 25 houses situated within an established area and is close to all the necessary
- [CEO of Respond! Housing Association to Retire](https://icsh.ie/ceo-of-respond-housing-association-to-retire/) - The Board of Respond! Housing Association wishes to announce the forthcoming retirement of Fr. Patrick Cogan, ofm, from his role as Chief Executive Officer with effect from 1st. June 2015. In doing so the Board is especially pleased that Pat will be staying on as a non-executive director and will have a continuing advisory role
- [Fold Ireland - Providing apartments and housing for older people and families in Ireland](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-providing-apartments-and-housing-for-older-people-and-families-in-ireland/)
- [Management Changes at Respond!](https://icsh.ie/management-changes-at-respond/) - A ummary of the changes can be seen here.
- [Túath Housing - European Neighbours Day – 2015 was a great success!](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-european-neighbours-day-2015-was-a-great-success/) - European Neighbours Day – 2015 was a great success! The festival continues to rise and in fact it has far exceeded the European borders. The party is now celebrated around the world by millions of people – 1400 partner cities, housing organizations and associations are participating in over 36 countries with more than 20 million
- [Respond! Housing Association celebrate European Neighbours Day](https://icsh.ie/respond-housing-association-celebrate-european-neighbours-day/) - Respond! Housing Association celebreated European Neighbour's Day on May 29th in Waterford.
- [Sophia Housing - Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo](https://icsh.ie/sophia-housing-tubbercurry-co-sligo/) - Anthony, a resident of Sophia Housing in Sligo shares his story.
- [HAIL - Official opening of Coultry, Ballymun development](https://icsh.ie/hail-official-opening-of-coultry-ballymun-development/) - The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Críona Ní Dhálaigh, and Alan Kelly, Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, officially declared open the Coultry Housing Development in Ballymun on the 15th July. The 25 new housing units are managed by HAIL on behalf of Dublin City Council. Coultry forms part of the 1997 Masterplan for
- [Túath Summer News and 2014 Annual Report Published](https://icsh.ie/tuath-summer-news-and-2014-annual-report-published/) - New social housing in Tallaght, South Dublin Túath Housing Association in collaboration with South Dublin County Council, NAMA and the Dublin Regional Homeless Executive have delivered sixty five much needed new homes at Tallaght Cross. The apartments are part of a 20 plus year lease via NARPS with an option to buy for the association. The
- [Peter McVerry Trust launches social housing project](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trust-launches-social-housing-project/) - The homeless and housing charity Peter McVerry Trust officially launched 6 new social housing apartments in Dublin 8 today. The former local authority voids were launched by the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Críona Ní Dhálaigh and have been extensively renovated with funding from Saint-Gobain Ireland as well as the charity’s own funds. Pat Doyle CEO
- [Fold Ireland Annual Review 2014](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-annual-review-2014/) - Fold Ireland's 2014 Annual Review and Accounts can be downloaded here.
- [Certificate in Community Studies – part-time evening course](https://icsh.ie/certificate-in-community-studies-part-time-evening-course/) - Respond! College is pleased to offer the QQI Accredited Level 6, NFQ ‘Certificate in Community Studies’ – commencing this September 2015. This Certificate in Community Studies is a Level 6 (30 credit) Special Purpose Award and is tailored to the needs of those working, or wishing to work, in a community setting, a housing authority and/or voluntary group (paid or unpaid).
- [North & East Housing Association has appointed two new Non Executive board members](https://icsh.ie/north-east-housing-association-has-appointed-two-new-non-executive-board-members/) - Barry Magee is a Solicitor and the current Chairperson of the Refugee Appeals Tribunal. He brings with him extensive experience of conveyancing, procurement and development with Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown County Council, the Railway Procurement Agency and the office of the Chief State Solicitors. Alan Ring is a Chartered Accountant and banking analyst with the National Treasury
- [HAIL Celebrate 30th Anniversary](https://icsh.ie/hail-celebrate-30th-anniversary/) - L-R: Patricia Cleary, CEO HAIL , Theresa Gallagher, HAIL Tenant, Lord Mayor Críona Ní Dhálaigh and Éanna McHugh, HAIL Chairperson The Lord Mayor of Dublin, Críona Ní Dhálaigh, was joined by the High Hopes choir at a special event in the Woodquay Venue in Dublin city centre to mark the Housing Association for Integrated Living’s
- [North and East Housing Association Officially Open McArdle Green, Drogheda, Co. Louth](https://icsh.ie/north-and-east-housing-association-officially-open-mcardle-green-drogheda-co-louth/) - Congraulations to North and East Housing Assoication who held the official opening of their housing scheme in McArdle Green, Drogheda, Co. Louth. This scheme recently won the Allianz ICSH Community Housing Awards Innovative Finance Solutions Category.
- [Túath Housing - Autumn News](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-autumn-news/) - Minister Alan Kelly visits new tenants at Cloon Lara, Mullingar Mr Alan Kelly, TD, Minister of Environment, Community & Local Government visited Cloon Lara in Mullingar, Co. Westmeath to see how families were settling into their new social homes. The homes at Cloon Lara were secured as part of a partnership project which resulted in
- [Oaklee Housing Trust - Annual Review 2014-15](https://icsh.ie/oaklee-housing-trust-annual-review-2014-15/) - Oaklee Housing Trust have published their 2014-2015 Annual Review, Working Together for Positive Change.
- [Stories Offered by New Residents of Clúid Housing's Mill Place](https://icsh.ie/stories-offered-by-new-residents-of-cluid-housings-mill-place/) - Daniel Meehan's story, an eye opening video portraying how Clúid can make a difference to someone's life so they can live independently with the support of a thriving community. Visit www.cluid.ie for more information. This is the story of a young mother who was homeless and recently moved into our newest housing scheme in Ennis,
- [Recent events at Respond!](https://icsh.ie/recent-events-at-respond/) - Respond! has held a number of events recently, making for a busy end to the year. Minister Paudie Coffey welcomed the opening of the St. John's College development which comprises 57 new units of accommodation which will greatly help the housing situation in Waterford City. This housing scheme was showcased also at the Waterford Festival
- [Clanmil Ireland - High Quality New Dublin Homes in time for Christmas](https://icsh.ie/clanmil-ireland-high-quality-new-dublin-homes-in-time-for-christmas/) - Clanmil Ireland is delighted to announce the delivery of eight new homes in Dublin through the NARPS Leasing scheme. The apartments are within Elm Park, Merrion Road, Dublin 4 and have been handed over to our new tenants just in time for Christmas. This scheme was delivered in partnership with NAMA and Dublin City Council.
- [Túath Housing - December 2015](https://icsh.ie/tuath-housing-december-2015/) - NEW HOMES ACQUIRED IN LEINSTER AND MUNSTER Túath are delighted to announce the acquisition of some 33 new social homes in three locations in Cork, Kerry and Dublin. All homes have been acquired via CALF funding through the Department of Environment, Community and Local Government and private finance provided through the Housing Finance Agency (HFA).
- [The Iveagh Trust celebrate 125 years](https://icsh.ie/the-iveagh-trust-celebrate-125-years/) - Congratulations to The Iveagh Trust on their recent 125th anniversary celebrations which were featured on RTE's Nationwide.
- [Peter McVerry Trust - Hogan Court](https://icsh.ie/peter-mcverry-trust-hogan-court/) - Hogan Court, Dublin 2 Background Hogan Court is a block of 12 former local authority flats. The units, which had been used predominantly to provide housing to older individuals, had fallen into very poor state of repair. Vandalism and dereliction meant that many of the units required extensive renovation in order to make them habitable.
- [Fold Ireland - Innovative social housing project for older people nears completion](https://icsh.ie/fold-ireland-innovative-social-housing-project-for-older-people-nears-completion/) - The housing association Fold Ireland’s innovative social housing project to provide homes for older people in north Dublin, which is due to be completed next month, was visited today (26.01.16) by Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly, TD. The Minister visited the site to view progress to date at the social
- [North & East Housing Association launch new five year Strategic Plan, 2016 – 2020](https://icsh.ie/north-east-housing-association-launch-new-five-year-strategic-plan-2016-2020/) - North & East’s Strategy 2016 – 2020 contains a renewed vision for the Association. The Vision that “Everyone is entitled to a quality home within the Community” is underpinned by three strategic goals; To grow our housing stock to 700 units by the end of 2020 To support our tenants in developing and sustaining strong

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## Awards Entries

- [Circular Reno, Offaly | Leading the Climate Change Transition | Tuath](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/circular-reno-leading-the-climate-change-transition-tuath/) - Circular Reno is an EU-funded project aiming to implement biobased materials in home retrofits and create an action plan to address housing and energy challenges. Natural resources like straw, wood, bio-polymers and miscanthus are developed as building materials for home retrofits, yielding significant outcomes, with participating tenants benefitting from lower energy bills, increased thermal comfort
- [Ard na Gaoithe, Whiterock Hill, Wexford | Large Family Housing Project | Wexford County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ard-na-gaoithe-whiterock-hill-wexford-family-housing-large-wexford-county-council/) - Ard na Gaoithe has been delivered on site over 2 phases, commencing in 2022 and completing in November 2024. The scheme comprises 44 units in total with mixed occupancies of 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-bed houses and apartments. The scheme delivers multiple amenity spaces of different natures, critical to creating a sense of place and
- [Parkside, Dublin 13 | Building Community | Clúid Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/parkside-building-communities-cluid-housing/) - This project is a large-scale, mixed-tenure residential development comprising a blend of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartment units delivered across multiple blocks. The scheme supports a diverse housing mix, including social housing, cost rental, and age-friendly units, all managed by Clúid Housing and Clann. It is designed to cater to a wide range of
- [Elanora Court, Dublin 12 | Large Family Housing Project | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/elanora-court-dublin-13-family-housing-large-respond/) - Elanora Court is a landmark social housing development in Drimnagh, Dublin 12, delivering 153 high-quality, energy-efficient homes in an area of high housing demand. The scheme comprises a diverse mix of apartments, duplexes, and maisonettes, designed for a wide range of household types and life stages:1 x studio apartment, 7 x one-bedroom duplexes, 54 x
- [Stonemount Park, Dublin 10 | Large Family Housing Project | The Iveagh Trust](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/stonemount-park-family-housing-large-the-iveagh-trust/) - Stonemount Park, Block B, comprising 128 homes, forms part of a larger social housing scheme of 418 homes in Ballyfermot, Co. Dublin. Built by Dwyer Nolan, the development delivers BER A-rated homes designed to the highest standards of energy efficiency. Block B also provides a range of communal facilities for residents, including an amenity room,
- [Cornamona Court, Dublin 10  | Large Family Housing Project | Dublin City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cornamona-court-family-housing-large-dublin-city-council/) - Dublin City Council's Cornamona Court development is located on Kylemore Road, Ballyfermot. The site previously accommodated single-storey older persons housing, which was no longer sustainable, and was cleared for development in 2007. A core objective was re-housing older persons into purpose-designed apartments within their neighbourhood. In 2017 the Council reassessed the area’s housing needs, identifying
- [Kearney’s Drive, Tullamore, Offaly | Large Family Housing Project | Oaklee](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/kearneys-drive-tullamore-offaly-family-housing-large-oaklee/) - Kearney’s Drive Tullamore, is a general-needs, family housing scheme of 41 homes. It is a quality development of new build, A-rated homes, which knits very well into the existing community. Of the 41 homes, there are 4 1-bed single storey houses, 13 2-bed houses, (8 of those single storey 2-beds), 22 3-bed houses and 2
- [Bowden Court, Swords Co. Dublin | Small Family Housing Project | Fingal County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/bowden-court-family-housing-small-fingal-county-council/) - This development on a brownfield site at Rathbeale Road, replaced a former Fingal County Council operations depot with 11 modern apartments: four 1-bed, four 2-bed, and three 3-bed units, designed to universal design guidelines. This variety supports a wide range of households and encourages intergenerational living. A key feature is a communal west-facing garden that
- [Cookstown Lane, Kiltiernan, Co. Dublin | Small Family Housing Project | Clanmil Ireland](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cookstown-lane-family-housing-small-clanmil/) - Cookstown Lane comprises twenty-two homes in Kilternan Village, Co. Dublin. With views of the Dublin mountains, it offers suburban living in rural surroundings. Close to the Wicklow border, the scheme has good transport links to Dublin and is in walking distance of local shops, schools, church, bars & restaurants. In total, the estate comprises eight
- [Carnacon, Co. Mayo | Small Family Housing Project| Mayo County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/carnacon-family-housing-small-mayo-county-council/) - In 2019 the community of Carnacon approached Mayo Co Co with a proposal that they hoped would address the problem of population decline in this small rural village. This was the genesis of a collaborative project resulting in nine family homes clustered around a shared public green on a 0.82 hectare greenfield site (provided by
- [Ballyogan Square, Dublin | Leading the Climate Change Transition | Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ballyogan-square-leading-the-climate-change-transition-dun-laoghaire-county-council/) - The scheme explores how to maximise a backland and leftover site to provide a diverse range of valuable residential options, achieving a density of 35 units per hectare, providing sixty-seven high-quality energy-efficient Passive House standard and A1-rated dwellings in the form of fifty-nine 2-bedroom and eight 3-bedroom homes. The development is constructed on residual lands
- [Tobar Mhuire, Co. Galway | Small Regeneration Project | Galway County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/tobar-mhuire-small-regeneration-project-galway-county-council/) - The Tobar Mhuire, Ahascragh, Galway regeneration project demonstrates excellence across all four ICSH award criteria. Contextually, the transformation of a dated residential area—characterized by worn facades, overgrown vegetation, and concrete barriers—into a clean, modern housing scheme reflects a deep understanding of local needs and heritage. Usability has been significantly improved through the introduction of accessible
- [Millfield Cottages, Cork City | Small Regeneration Project | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/millfield-cottages-blackpool-cork-city-small-regeneration-project-respond/) - Millfield Cottages is a sensitive and high-quality social housing regeneration project comprising 18 two-bedroom social homes, completed in 2024. Tenants moved in that same year. The scheme includes a mix of terraced and semi-detached houses, designed to blend seamlessly with the architectural heritage of the original 19th-century cottages on the site. Located on Red Forge
- [Irish House, Tipperary Town | Small Regeneration Project | Focus Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/irish-house-small-regeneration-project-focus-housing/) - The building was originally built as a butter market and commercial centre (1890-1920), a vocational school (1933-1973) and then it had a number of retail owners and occupiers (1975-2010). Following careful redevelopment, it now consists of high-quality, permanent homes for six households on the upper floors with commercial use of the ground floor, giving full
- [Ballybay, Monaghan | Small Regeneration Project | North & East Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ballybay-monaghan-small-regeneration-project-north-east-housing-association/) - Birch Court is an over the shop, main street apartment development of 4 homes, developed on an existing premises in Ballybay. The configuration consists of 4 x2 Bed apartments, with two commercial units beneath: a municipal library and a thrift shop. The apartments are 74 SQM, are all A2/A3 BER rated and offer excellent access
- [Park House | Small Regeneration Project | Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/park-house-small-regeneration-project-dun-laoghaire-county-council/) - This regeneration project involved the adaptive reuse of a long-vacant building located at a key town centre site within the existing settlement footprint. Substantially completed in February 2025, the development delivers four high-quality social housing units for individuals and families above a commercial premises, responding directly to local housing need while preserving and enhancing the
- [Bolands Mills, Dublin 4 | Creative Delivery | Clúid Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/bolands-mills-creative-delivery-cluid-housing/) - The historic Bolands Mills site is home to 46 discounted rent apartments for key workers. The apartments are set across two blocks on Barrow Street, Dublin 4: 10 x 3 bed apartments, 35 x 2 bed apartments, and 1 x 3 bed penthouse and a communal space on the top floor of one block This
- [Bunratty Walk, Dublin 17 | Creative Delivery | Dublin City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/bunratty-walk-creative-delivery-dublin-city-council/) - Dublin City Council have developed a dedicated ‘MMC’ (Modern Methods of Construction) programme for housing delivery, the first local authority in the country to apply MMC to multi-storey housing. Bunratty was the first of four projects delivering a total of 261 homes across the city on two city centre and two suburban sites. Each of
- [Rathcoran, Wicklow | Building Community | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/rathcoran-baltinglass-building-community-respond/) - Respond’s Brain Health Village (BHV), located at Rathcoran in Baltinglass, Co. Wicklow, is Ireland’s first housing-based pilot focused on promoting brain health through housing, placemaking and community development. Delivered in partnership with the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI), BHV demonstrates how built environment and social infrastructure can be strategically aligned to protect cognitive health and
- [Fruithill Manor, Laois | Building Community | Cooperative Housing Ireland](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/fruithill-building-community-cooperative-housing-ireland/) - Fruithill Manor is a modern residential estate located on the outskirts of Carlow town, adjacent to the Carlow-Laois border. Former Nama properties which consists of 74 homes and a community building, offering a mix of two-, three-, four-, and five-bedroom units. The community is diverse, with residents ranging from young families to older adults, including
- [Richmond Place, Dublin 8 | Large Regeneration Project | Circle VHA](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/richmond-place-housing-with-supports-circle-vha/) - Richmond Place, Ireland's inaugural PathFinder Project, is a ground-breaking 52-apartment supported housing scheme, completed in March 2025. It empowers older adults to age in place with unparalleled dignity, independence, and strong community connections. This innovative model features a mix of 16 x 1.5-bedroom and 36 x 2-bedroom apartments, thoughtfully designed to adapt to residents' evolving
- [Coulter Close, Dundalk | Housing with Supports | Tuath](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/coulter-close-dundalk-housing-with-supports-tuath/) - Coulter Close is an assisted and independent living scheme developed by Tuath Housing in partnership with Louth County Council, Inclusion Louth, the HSE, and St. John of God’s Community Services. Located on Armagh Road in Dundalk, Co. Louth, the project comprises seven single-storey homes, including one four-bedroom assisted living unit and six two-bedroom independent living
- [Usher’s Island, Dublin 8 | Housing with Supports | Dublin Simon](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ushers-island-housing-with-supports-dublin-simon/) - This Health and Addiction care facility is for adults experiencing homelessness and provides critical support services such as detox, Step-up Step-down intermediate care, blood borne virus treatment and recovery supported short stay accommodation. The facility provides 100 bedrooms (all ensuite) with dining, communal, treatment, counselling and associated spaces. Usher's Island meets an identified existing gap
- [Yellow Ford, Athboy | Housing with Supports | Meath County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/yellow-ford-athboy-housing-with-supports-meath-county-council/) - Meath County Council designed and constructed the Yellow Ford age-friendly housing (over 55s) development in the town of Athboy, Co. Meath, which was completed in August 2024 and consists of 28 homes: a mix of one-, two- and three-bed houses and apartments. The scheme caters for a range of households, acknowledging those who might be
- [Elm Park, Cavan Town | Housing with Supports | Cavan County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/elm-park-housing-with-supports-cavan-county-council/) - Revitalising two vacant sites in this prime town centre location, Elm Park, Cavan Town comprises 12 two-bed semi-detached bungalows and one two-bed detached bungalow. These energy efficient modern homes have breathed new life into this quiet corner of Cavan Town, located to the rear of Church Street, adjacent to an existing Older Persons’ Development. This
- [Sómas, Galway City | Housing with Supports | Galway Simon](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/somas-newcastle-housing-with-supports-galway-simon/) - Sómas is a development of 10 one-bedroom apartments specifically designed for older people and people with reduced mobility on a formerly derelict site in Galway City. Galway Simon undertook this development in response to the number of older people presenting to homeless services and the shortage of one-bed homes in Galway City, where 72% of
- [St Brigid’s, Cavan Town | Large Regeneration Project | Cavan County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/st-brigids-place-large-regeneration-project-cavan-county-council/) - The St Brigid’s development has dramatically transformed the main thoroughfare into Cavan Town, demolishing eight derelict 1930s homes to make room for 20 sleek, modern, and energy efficient social homes in two blocks. Visitors to the town and residents alike are united in their appreciation of the modern design, which stands in stark contrast to
- [Weaver Place, Dublin 8 | Large Regeneration Project | Dublin City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/weaver-place-large-regeneration-project-dublin-city-council/) - The Cork Street regeneration project has transformed a derelict site in Central Dublin to provide 55 new social homes for rent and a new café/shop alongside the hugely successful Weaver Park. Following the demolition of out-dated Council apartment buildings in 2008, the site lay derelict until Dublin City Council devised a strategy for renewal of
- [The Sidings, Adamstown, Co. Dublin | Cost Rental | Oaklee Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/the-sidings-adamstown-cost-rental-oaklee-housing/) - Block G, 'The Sidings', Adamstown, Co. Dublin is an 184 home development located in South County Dublin. 30 of these homes are social, with the remaining 154 designated as cost rental, offering rents at least 25% discounted from market rates and long term security of tenure for occupants. Designed as a cost rental and social
- [The Quarter, Citywest, Dublin 24 | Cost Rental | Land Development Agency](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/the-quarter-citywest-cost-rental-land-development-agency/) - The Quarter is a mixed tenure development located in the heart of Citywest, an urban setting in West Dublin. The development comprises 369 apartments, across 6 blocks, with a tenure mix of 236 cost rental apartments (4 blocks) operated by the LDA and 133 apartments (2 blocks) leased to Tuath Housing by the LDA and
- [De Verdon Place, Dublin 17 | Cost Rental | Tuath](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/de-verdon-place-cost-rental-tuath/) - De Verdon Place is a major public housing development comprising 238 high-quality apartments across two tenures: 77 Cost Rental homes and 161 social housing units. This development represents the first delivery of Cost Rental housing in Dublin City and is one of the country’s largest social housing developments. This positive tenure mix responds to two
- [Cascade Apartments | Regeneration and Renewal | Cork County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cascade-apartments-regeneration-and-renewal-cork-county-council/) - Cascade Apartments, Carrigtwohill, is a modern and spacious development comprising 95 two-bed apartments. Cascade was a derelict site with partially built apartments that lay vacant for almost 17 years before being renovated by Marlet Property Group and acquired by Co-operative Housing Ireland in co-operation with Cork County Council. Carrigtwohill is a growing town close to
- [Lancaster Gate | Embedding Affordability | Clúid Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/lancaster-gate-embedding-affordability-cluid-housing/) - Clúid’s new development at Lancaster Gate is Cork’s first Cost Rental scheme and an excellent example of an affordable, mixed tenure development in a superb location. Cost Rental rents are up to 40% lower than market rates - €990 per month for a one-bed and €1,100 per month for a two-bed. The development consists of
- [RED WoLF project | Leading the Energy Transition | Carbery Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/dun-eala-cork-city-leading-the-energy-transition-carberry/) - As a partner in the EU Interreg NWE funded RED WoLF Project (Rethink Electricity Distribution Without Load Following), Carbery Housing Association has installed innovative energy systems in four properties purchased under the Mortgages to Rent Programme in Cork City and County. These systems comprise photovoltaic solar panels, batteries, storage heaters for space heating and a
- [Quality in Diversity | Building Community | Circle Clúid Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/quality-on-diversity-building-community-circle-vha/) - Social housing estates are becoming increasingly diverse culturally. We all see the vibrancy that gives to life in our communities. We also see challenges as our tenants and staff are asked to interact with people that are different than ourselves in some significant ways. We know that this can lead to conflict and hostility at
- [Woodside | Embedding Affordability | Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/woodside-stepaside-embedding-affordability-tuath-housing/) - Woodside is Ireland's first purpose-built cost rental development providing 50 cost rental and 105 social homes which are managed by Tuath and Respond Housing Associations. Affordability is at the heart of Woodside from the construction phase through to its management and maintenance. The homes were delivered on land provided by Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council, supported
- [Grand Parade & Rochford Lane apts | Regeneration and Renewal | Focus](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/grand-parade-rochford-lane-apts-regeneration-and-renewal-focus/) - The development is centrally located in Cork's Medieval Quarter on the main thoroughfare of Grand Parade. Its location places it within walking distance of local and national transport hubs. Prior to regeneration, the building was disused and vacant. Following careful redevelopment, it now consists of high-quality, permanent homes for 16 households, with Focus Irelands office
- [Amharc Muileann, Singlan | Best Family Housing Scheme | CHI](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/amharc-muileann-best-family-housing-scheme-chi/) - Amharc Muileann is a development of 137 homes comprising apartments, terraced, detached and semi-detached homes. The homes are one, two, three and four-bed catering for a diverse range of household sizes. The overall look of all homes is traditional with a low maintenance red brickwork façade though they benefit from contemporary construction techniques. The development
- [South Circular Road | Emergency and Temporary Accommodation Responses | Focus](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/south-circular-road-emergency-and-temporary-accommodation-responses-focus/) - This accommodation is tailored to meet the specific needs of the tenants. The independent units are designed to offer a comfortable living space that promotes privacy and independence while still ensuring the necessary support and care for vulnerable individuals. Tenants in these houses experience an improved quality of life, increased social engagement, environmental consciousness, and
- [Anam Croí | Housing with Supports | Claregalway](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/claregalway-and-district-day-care-centre/) - Consisting of 14 A rated two bedroom homes for older people in the village of Claregalway, Co. Galway, these homes are low maintenance, open plan with air to water heating. The community is a horse-shoe shape which encourages residents to communicate with their neighbours and “look out” for each other. The Day Centre that supports
- [Crann Darach | Best Family Housing Scheme | Cork City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/crann-darach-cork-city-best-family-housing-scheme-cork-city-council/) - Crann Darach is a Cork City Council development featuring 54 homes in total, including 2, 3, and 4-bedroom townhouses. It comprises 27 affordable homes for first-time buyers and 27 social homes managed by Tuath Housing. This high-quality family housing estate focuses on sustainability and community facilities, providing an attractive living environment. The project, in collaboration
- [Park West Plaza | Creative Delivery | Tuath Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/park-west-plaza-dublin-city-creative-delivery-tuath-housing/) - Park West Plaza stands as a pioneering residential development, representing Ireland's first large-scale office-to-residential conversion project, creatively addressing housing shortages. It strategically added a floor to the Plaza Office building, maximising density with minimal environmental impact while enhancing aesthetics and sustainability. Innovative design solutions include the creation of garden rooms, ensuring year-round usability without compromising
- [Ellis Court | Regeneration and Renewal | Tuath Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ellis-court-dublin-city-regeneration-and-renewal-tuath-housing/) - Ellis Court, an early social housing project from the 1880s, has been restored to its original purpose, providing 22 homes in Dublin City Centre. Designed in 1885 by Daniel J. Freeman for Dublin Corporation, the building served as social housing until 2005 when fire damage forced its evacuation. A collaborative effort between Tuath Housing, Dublin
- [Newcourt | Leading the Energy Transition | CHI](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/newcourt-dublin-city-leading-the-energy-transition-chi/) - CHI’s ‘Improving Warmth and Wellbeing’ programme has seen the retrofit of several different types of dwellings. Works completed as part of phase one of the programme were on 52 apartments in Dublin City Centre. Newcourt, a development of 57 apartments in Dublin city centre, is the latest scheme to be retrofitted as part of the
- [Charlestown | Creative Delivery | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/charlestown-finglas-creative-delivery-respond/) - Respond’s Charlestown development seamlessly harmonises with the Charlestown Centre's surroundings, becoming an integral part of North Finglas. This project combines retail, apartments, and a cinema leisure complex, enriching the local area. The design respects the existing environment, crafting a sustainable, high-density development. At Charlestown's core is Respond’s commitment to community. Private enclosed gardens within each
- [Rathcoran | Regeneration and Renewal | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/rathcoran-baltinglass-regeneration-and-renewal-respond/) - Respond are proud to introduce ‘Rathcoran’ in Baltinglass (Wicklow) featuring 56 homes, including a converted convent building at the heart of the development, surrounded by modern homes, apartments, and a primary health care centre. In addressing local housing needs, the development adapted and repurposed the vacant former convent to create homes that cater to the
- [Halliday Mills | Building Community | CHI](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/halliday-mills-building-community-chi/) - Halliday Mills is an apartment complex of 85 BER A3 rated one-bed, two-bed and three-bed apartments which were delivered by CHI and stakeholders in response to need in the area. Members (tenants) moved into the apartments in January 2022. It is currently the largest apartment complex in Dundalk with a mixture of families and individuals
- [Bundle 2 of the Social Housing PPP Programme | Best Family Housing Scheme | Cork County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ppp-torc-programme-best-family-housing-scheme-tuath-housing/) - In November 2019, The National Development Finance Agency, acting as agent for the Department of Housing (the Sanctioning Authority) and Cork County Council (the Sponsoring Agency on behalf of all local authorities involved), announced the contract award of the Social Housing Bundle 2, Public Private Partnership project, to Torc Housing Partnership. TORC, a consortium including
- [Tenant Engagement Strategy | Building Communities | Tuath Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/tenant-engagement-strategy-building-communities-tuath-housing/) - In the summer of 2022, Tuath Housing introduced its 'Your Voice, Your Home, Your Community' Tenant Engagement Strategy, founded on seven core objectives: Involve, Enable, Communicate, Build, Integrate, Embed, and Empower. This initiative signifies Tuath's commitment to engaging residents and communities in shaping housing services, promoting open communication, and fostering skill development among tenants. The
- [Castleview, Finnstown | Best Family Housing Scheme | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/castleview-finnstown-best-family-housing-scheme-respond/) - Respond are proud to introduce Castleview (Finnstown), a family-oriented housing development of three and four bedroom homes, characterised by its thoughtful design. The playground, harmoniously situated, invites safe play while allowing parents to maintain a watchful eye from their homes. Tenant satisfaction and involvement thrive through collaborative initiatives like summer family fun days, designed to
- [Ballygraigue Court | Building Community | Clúid Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/ballygraigue-court-building-community-cluid-housing/) - Ballygraigue Court is a mix of houses and apartments, located on the outskirts of Nenagh Town, within a large area of mixed tenure housing. Residents identified a need for a sensory play area for the 11 children with additional needs living within the development and approached their Housing Officer about the plans. With support from
- [Credit Union Funding | Creative Delivery | Circle VHA](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/credit-union-funding-creative-delivery-circle-vha/) - Circle VHA takes an innovative approach to the raising of private finance. Recently Circle VHA was the first Approved Housing Body to open up access to Credit Union Funding. Circle VHA has agreed a loan facility with Multaque Funds ICAV. This Fund is authorised by the Central Bank of Ireland. This loan origination Qualifying Investor
- [Pairc Nua | Regeneration and Renewal | Kilkenny County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/pairc-nua-regeneration-and-renewal-kilkenny-county-council/) - Kilkenny County Council successfully developed a former pub and car park, in Kilkenny City into an 18 unit social housing scheme. Its name 'Pairc Nua' represents the townland of 'Newpark'. The scheme is an example of a cost-effective, successful, adaptive reuse of existing building stock, and rejuvenation of a brownfield site. The former pub/guesthouse was
- [Cloch Cora | Housing with Supports | Anvers Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cloch-cora-housing-with-supports-anvers-housing/) - ‘Cloch Cora’ is the first of its kind specially designed for brain injury survivors to access vital rehabilitation within their own ‘home from home’ whilst promoting social inclusion within an established neighbourhood. The design of the property naturally blends into the street scape and incorporates the core principles of Anvers Housing including the right place;
- [Stanwix Village, Thurles | Regeneration and Renewal | Thurles Lions Trust Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/stanwix-village-thurles-regeneration-and-renewal-thurles-lions-trust-housing-association/) - The Stanwix Village is a development of 19 social housing units in a town centre location that delivers secure, modern and very comfortable homes for a mix of elderly persons, persons with disabilities, and other single persons in need of accommodation. The Stanwix Village project necessitated the complete refurbishment of the former Stanwix Home, a
- [Walkinslough Court | Regeneration and Renewal | Oaklee](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/walkinslough-court-regeneration-and-renewal-oaklee/) - Walkinslough Court is a regeneration development, on a site idle from 2008. To utilise the existing partial construction, a state of the art, energy efficient, 28 apartment, community centre and office complex was delivered, bringing this derelict site back to life and providing regeneration in the local community. The meticulous architecture incorporates the pre-existing construction
- [Citywest Village House | Best Family Housing Scheme | Fold](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/citywest-village-house-best-family-housing-scheme-fold/) - Citywest Village House comprises of 36 1-2 bed apartments provided for general needs/ Family housing in partnership with South Dublin County Council. Citywest Village House is located at the end of a cul-de sac which affords our tenants privacy while also remaining part of the community and a mixed tenure environment. The scheme is within
- [St Joachim and Anne's Building | Regeneration and Renewal | Cork Simon Community](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/st-joachim-and-annes-building/) - This project creates eight new independent own-door supported homes in an historic landmark building in Cork city centre. The 19th century St. Joachim & Anne’s building was completely refurbished and extended for Cork Simon Community to meet a critical need: to provide housing for people experiencing long-term homelessness, many of whom have complex needs, and
- [Centenary House | Regeneration and Renewal | Peter McVerry Trust](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/centenary-house-regeneration-and-renewal-peter-mcverry-trust/) - ‘Centenary House’ saw the transformation of a derelict Christian Brothers School attended by former President Éamon de Valera into nine high-quality social housing homes in Charleville. The bright homes, with high ceilings, tall windows, and high energy performance ratings, include seven one-bed apartments as well as two apartments for families and communal garden facilities. The
- [CARA Project | Creative Delivery | HAIL](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cara-project-creative-delivery-hail/) - This project was brought about under the Government’s National Housing Strategy for People with a Disability 2011 – 2016 (NHSPWD). The project has two parts; the transfer of residents in HSE owned facilities to become tenants of HAIL and the transfer of the property ownership to HAIL who then upgraded the properties. This project is
- [Fairgreen Manor | Best Family Housing Scheme | Circle VHA](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/fairgreen-manor-best-family-housing-scheme-circle-vha/) - This development of 40 homes provides opportunity for those who grew up in the area to settle in secure new homes and reinforce community ties. The accommodation has been designed to meet the specific requirements of Circle tenants with a range of detached and semi-detached dwellings. The development is adjacent to the local GAA club
- [12 & 13 Dorset Street Upper, Dublin 1 | Regeneration | Clanmil](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/12-13-dorset-street-upper-regeneration-clanmil/) - Clanmil Ireland are committed to providing quality homes and services, and to playing our part in helping to deliver the Government’s Housing Policy. This commitment is very much in evidence in our recently completed scheme at 12 & 13 Dorset Street Upper. We are delighted to present these nine new build A-rated apartments in this
- [Accommodation Placement Service Unit, Cork City | Housing Management | Cork City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/accommodation-placement-service-unit-cork-city-housing-management-cork-city-council/) - Cork City Council took over responsibility for the Homeless Persons Unit from the Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection in 2019. Cork City Council from the outset wished to put in place a centralised office space for this service, and to create a welcoming and efficient placement service for those finding themselves homeless. This
- [Competitive Dialogue Procurement & Planning Procedure | Most Creative Supply | Cork City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/competitive-dialogue-procurement-planning-procedure-most-creative-supply-cork-city-council/) - Cork City Council Housing Directorate designed and implemented an integrated Competitive Dialogue Procurement & Planning Procedure to deliver and construct hundreds of social housing units in the City as a response to the homelessness and housing crisis. The objective of the procedure was to provide a streamlined solution to the housing delivery requirements in its
- [Castle Court, Dunshaughlin | Most Creative Supply | Circle](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/castle-court-dunshaughlin-most-creative-supply-circle/) - Taking an innovative approach to funding, Circle Voluntary Housing Association (VHA) entered into a public-private investment arrangement with AIB, one of the largest private financing packages by any AHB in the country. With the safeguard for the ongoing development of social housing, Circle VHA, in conjunction with Meath County Council, brought to market Castle Court
- [Westside Modular Family Hub, Galway City | Homeless | Peter McVerry Trust](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/westside-modular-family-hub-homeless-peter-mcverry-trust/) - The Westside Modular Family Hub in Galway is the first of its kind in Ireland. Opened in May 2020, the purpose-built family homeless service was developed by Galway City Council and Peter McVerry Trust in partnership with the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government, and the Housing Agency. The facility is designed to temporarily
- [Tooting Meadow, Drogheda | Most Creative Supply | North & East Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/tooting-meadow-most-creative-supply-north-east-housing-association/) - Tooting Meadow, Scarlet Street is a high-quality development located in the centre of the historic town of Drogheda. In 2015 Louth County Council tendered for the development of the site and North & East Housing Association secured the tender to design and construct a new development of 15 homes under employer led construction. Given the
- [The Meadows, Knocknacullen | Collaboration | Tuath Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/the-meadows-collaboration-tuath-housing-association/) - The Meadows in Cork City in a perfect example of a collaborative initiative between many stakeholders who are all committed to the continual vibrancy of an area. The estate is a mix of 2, 3 & 4 bed homes built with the intention to provide both private and social homes to encourage inclusion and integration.
- [St. Mary's Mansions, Dublin 1 | Regeneration | Clúid](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/st-marys-mansions-regeneration-cluid/) - The original St. Mary`s Mansions complex in Dublin’s North East Inner City had a deep sense of community at its core, neighbours supported each other in all aspects of life, through good and bad. The area faced significant social issues over the years. The 2016 Mulvey report identified the need to make the area a
- [Shandon Street / John Philpott Curran Street Project, Cork City | Regeneration | Cork City Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/shandon-street-john-philpott-curran-street-project-regeneration-cork-city-council/) - This careful regeneration, conservation and construction project saved and restored derelict and protected 18th Century townhouses on the corner of Shandon Street and John Philpott Curran Street, as well as an adjacent nearby infill corner site, in one of the oldest parts of Cork city, to provide a total of 9 apartments for social housing
- [Rosemount Court, Dundrum | Housing for Families | Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/rosemount-court-housing-for-families-dun-laoghaire-rathdown-county-council/) - Rosemount Court with 44 homes explores how to create and blend a new community with a unique identity within the existing fabric and within walking distance of many amenities. The development replaces an apartment complex of 3 blocks that had become untenable. Aiming to deliver own-door, high amenity, high density urban dwellings while improving the
- [New Street South, Dublin 8 | Regeneration | Peter McVerry Trust](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/new-street-south-regeneration-peter-mcverry-trust/) - New Street South is Peter McVerry Trust’s first brownfield project and redeveloped a long-term, vacant Dublin City Council site to deliver eight high quality homes – five one-bed apartments and three two-bed apartments. It’s a great example of reusing vacant sites for the purposes of social housing. The development is designed to enhance the lives
- [New Dolphin Park, Dublin 8 | Housing for Older People | Fold](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/new-dolphin-park-housing-for-older-people-fold/) - New Dolphin Park was developed by Fold Housing and replaced the existing senior citizens bedsit complex built in 1957. The project is a collaboration between Fold, Dublin City Council, the people of Dolphin and the wider community. The people of Dolphin were at the heart of this project and their ideas and aspirations for these
- [Modh Eile House, Galway | Homeless | COPE Galway](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/modh-eile-house-homeless-cope-galway/) - The story of COPE Galway Modh Eile House COPE Galway have operated a Domestic Abuse Service in Galway since 1981. In 2020 we moved into our new home, Modh Eile House. We recognised in 2008 that Waterside House, our home since 1981, was no longer fit for purpose – six rooms, communal bathrooms, no cooking
- [Loving Life Choir, Drogheda | Housing Management | Foscadh](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/loving-life-choir-housing-management-foscadh/) - In 2019, in response to the impact of drugs and crime on the outlook of children in Drogheda, Foscadh Housing launched the community’s first ever children's choir through its housing management program. The choir aims to create positive opportunities for Drogheda’s youth. Membership is free and open to anyone between the ages of 6 and
- [Killane Court, Edenderry | Housing for Families | Offaly County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/killane-court-housing-for-families-offaly-county-council/) - The greenfield site was in the ownership of Offaly County Council, which was then purchased by Tuath and developed under traditional construction with the procurement of a Design Team and Contractor. All 27 homes have been allocated to people from the Offaly County Council's Social Housing waiting list. The ethos of Killane Court, is social
- [Glenconnor Hill, Clonmel | Housing for Families | Tipperary County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/glenconnor-hill-housing-for-families-tipperary-county-council/) - Tipperary County Council had not built a major housing development for 20 years. On the resumption of its housing programme, under Rebuilding Ireland, it wanted to make a new mark. The site at Glenconnor Hill was a great opportunity to launch a new era of social housing in Tipperary. It was part of Clonmel but
- [Court View, Stradbally | Housing for Older People | North & East](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/court-view-housing-for-older-people-north-east/) - Court View, Stradbally is a high-quality development of 16 x 2-bedroom bungalow homes. Developed by North & East Housing Association with the support of Laois County Council, turnkey construction with strategic housing provider partner Zilic Developments Ltd. delivered these bespoke specification homes. In addition to bringing the site to an appropriate density level, sensitive to
- [Cluain Fraoigh, Roscommon | Housing for Families | Roscommon County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cluain-fraoigh-housing-for-families-roscommon-county-council/) - The seven houses were built on a west facing gently sloping site to the rear of an existing estate. The challenge was to provide a distinct neighbourhood and yet be part of the original estate. The solution was a linear design, thus allowing for a shared surface pedestrian street with communal parking areas close to
- [Chester House, Dublin 7 | Homeless | Dublin Simon Community](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/chester-house-homeless-dublin-simon-community/) - Dublin Simon Community’s vision is to make home a reality for those experiencing homelessness and Chester House delivers on this by providing safe and secure long-term housing for people with high support needs. The new development is an extension of an existing 22-bed service, with an additional 20 en-suite units tucked away in a quiet
- [Carriagbrae House, Bray | Homeless | Ark Housing](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/carriagbrae-house-homeless-ark-housing/) - Carriagbrae House is a protected structure originally built in 1816 as a two story home but later used as a bathing lodge and then converted in the 1950's to a school. It has been respectfully restored and converted into four individual units of housing, one two bedroom apartment and three one bedroom apartments. While the
- [Carraig Eden, Greystones | Collaboration | Wicklow County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/carraig-eden-collaboration-wicklow-county-council/) - In 2016 Wicklow County Council became aware that Carraig Eden was being sold, putting the 30 residents at risk of homelessness. Wicklow County Council swiftly collaborated with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and funding was secured to purchase and upgrade the dilapidated building into a transitional supported accommodation facility, operated by Tiglin. The
- [Cahercalla, Ennis | Housing for Older People | Cuan an Chláir](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cahercalla-housing-for-older-people-cuan-an-chlair/) - This is Phase 2 of an overall project consisting of a day-care centre and houses for older people and people with a disability. It is built on land donated for this purpose by the Diocese of Killaloe, which was part of the farm of St. Flannan’s College. Phase 1 included the day-care centre and twelve
- [Barrack Street, Loughrea | Housing for Families | Galway County Council](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/barrack-street-housing-for-families-galway-county-council/) - The aim of this development was to utilize existing public owned lands (Old Council Offices) to create public housing in an established urban residential setting. The location of this development is ideally placed in the heart of Loughrea Town adjacent to all services and amenities. The site itself is adjacent to the shore of Lough
- [Baile an Rí, Ballinasloe | Housing for Older People | Clann](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/baile-an-ri-housing-for-older-people-clann/) - Clann is committed to providing age-friendly independent housing and services for people in housing need all over Ireland. Clann’s Baile an Rí scheme in Ballinasloe, Galway has a convenient central location within easy pedestrian access to main shops and the town centre. Public transport is close by allowing residents to go about their daily lives
- [Abelard Square, Castleknock | Housing Management | Fold Ireland](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/abelard-square-housing-management-fold-ireland/) - Abelard Square is located in the old Phoenix Park Racecourse site and was delivered by Fold Housing in January 2020. The 31-unit development resulted from a unique collaboration between Fingal County Council and Smartzone Technology and consists of high-quality apartments for over 55s from the Fingal County Council housing list. The development boasts many amenities
- [85 North Main Street, Youghal | Collaboration | Circle](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/85-north-main-street-youghal-collaboration-circle/) - This is a centrally located development on Main Street, Youghal, in close proximity to the historical Clock Gate Tower. The ticket office for the Clock Tower Tours operates from the commercial unit on the ground floor of the premises, which Cork Co. Co. have taken a lease out on. The development is entered from North
- [Clúid Housing National Residents Advisory Group (NRAG) | Housing Management | Clúid](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/cluid-housing-national-residents-advisory-group-nrag-housing-management-cluid/) - The development of Clúid's National Resident Advisory Group (NRAG) is to facilitate the process of providing and introducing structures that enable residents to feedback and influence how services are delivered and developed. The group is a resident lead initiative that assists Clúid in developing and delivering appropriate services. NRAG play a key role in helping
- [Brinkwater House, Galway City | Disability | Peter Triest Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/brinkwater-house-galway-city-disability-peter-triest-housing-association/) - The house situated at Dyke Road, Galway is designed to meet the specific needs of six adults with a moderate degree of intellectual disability with associated physical and sensory disability. One of the big challenges in the provision of suitable housing to people with an intellectual disability and challenging behaviour is compatibility of individuals to
- [Peer Support Service | Community | HAIL](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/peer-support-service-community-hail/) - HAIL recognises that bricks and mortar alone does not make a home. Our Peer Support Service is built around a team of volunteers who draw on their own lived experience of mental health difficulties to help those living with long-term and acute mental health issues, who are ready to move away from homelessness and insecurity towards stability and recovery.
- [Duntahane, Fermoy | Collaboration | Respond](https://icsh.ie/community-awards/duntahane-fermoy-collaboration-respond/) - Permission was secured for the development of 46 homes and a community building though the Part 8 process under the Planning and Development Act (2000) and was funded under Capital Advance Leasing Facility and Payment Availability. The scheme presents true collaboration between a number of agencies such as Cork County Council, The Department of Housing,

## Resources

- [AHB Residential Tenancies Board Fee Waiver Criteria Process Document (March 2023)](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-residential-tenancies-board-fee-waiver-criteria-process-document-march-2023/) - There is a cohort of Approved Housing Bodies (AHB) tenancies with an original tenancy commencement date (TCD) between 07/04/2016 – 23/12/2016 who are eligible for a fee waiver, providing the further part four registration was registered. These tenancies would have been in a part four cycle of four years and therefore would have been up
- [ICSH Introductory Webinars 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-introductory-webinars-2023/) - Throughout June and July, the ICSH held a series of lunchtime webinars introducing key topics facing approved housing bodies. The details of the previous webinars can be found below:
- [Asset Management Template](https://icsh.ie/resources/asset-management-template/) - The ICSH Asset Management Working Group has developed an asset management tool for smaller AHBs (with 40 or fewer units) as a resource for asset management. The attached templates (one for 20 or fewer units and one for 40 or fewer units) aim to support the relevant AHBs in meeting the AHB Regulatory Authority’s Property
- [ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference 2025 Programme](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-2025-programme/) - This year’s ICSH National Social Housing Conference (sponsored by EnviroBead), Maintaining Momentum – Delivering Homes for All, will take place in The Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan on October 15th and 16th 2025. We will have a particular focus on delivery beyond general needs housing. The AHB sector grew initially
- [ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference Programme - 15-16 October 2025](https://icsh.ie/resources/advance-programme-icsh-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-15-16-october-2025/) - This year’s ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference, Maintaining Momentum – Delivering Homes for All, will take place in The Slieve Russell Hotel Golf & Country Club, Ballyconnell, Co. Cavan on October 15th and 16th 2025.This year, we will have a particular focus on delivery beyond general needs. The AHB sector grew initially from groups
- [ICSH Pre-Budget Submission 2026](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-submission-2026/)
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2024](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2024/) - In 2024, almost 10,600 social homes were delivered by local authorities and AHBs. AHBs delivered more than 41% of these homes. 2024 proved an astonishing year for AHB cost rental. 1,213 homes were delivered. The AHB sector delivered 4385 social homes in 2024. In addition, 1,213 cost rental homes were completed by AHBs in 2024,
- [ICSH Newsletter Spring/Summer 2025](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-newsletter-spring-summer-2025/) - The ICSH Spring/Summer 2025 newsletter has a particular focus on the enormously successful International Social Housing Festival 2025. The fifth International Social Housing Festival (ISHF 2025), an initiative of Housing Europe, hosted by ICSH and supported by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Housing Europe and Co-operative Housing Ireland, gathered more than 2500 delegates
- [Public Procurement Guidelines](https://icsh.ie/resources/public-procurement-guidelines/)
- [Code of Conduct for Directors of the ICSH Board](https://icsh.ie/resources/code-of-conduct-for-directors-of-the-icsh-board/) - This code applies to members of the ICSH Board, described as Directors , while the remunerated Director is described as the Executive Director, and is not a member of the Board. All charity Directors have legal duties and responsibilities. The directors of a charitable company are Charity Directors and have duties under company law as
- [Social Housing - Summer 2012](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-summer-2012/) - The Summer 2012 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including updates on supply and funding issues, how EU Structural Funds can be used in social housing, a report on the 2012 ICSH Regional Meetings, updates on the National Housing Strategy for People with Disabilities and The Way Home Homeless Strategy and more.
- [Statutory Publications and Circulars](https://icsh.ie/resources/statutory-publications-and-circulars/)
- [Leasing Publications, Forms and Circulars](https://icsh.ie/resources/leasing-publications-forms-and-circulars/) - Updated CALF Guidance Housing Agency, April 2016 Circular 18-2016 - Updated CALF Department of the Environment, Community and Local Government, April 2016 ICSH Leasing Financial Model - v1.8 with Simple Inputs IRR Margin ICSH Leasing Financial Model - v1.8 with Extended Inputs IRR Margin Irish Council for Social Housing, January 2015
- [Housing Finance Seminar Presentations](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-finance-seminar-presentations/) - Since 2008, the ICSH has held a biennial two-day seminar on relevant housing finance issues. These seminars have proved to be a huge success and are going from strength to strength. Acquisition
- [Housing Finance Conferences](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-finance-conferences/) - Since 2008, the ICSH has held a biennial Housing Finance Conference, and this event has now firmly established itself as the leading finance-focused event for housing practitioners. The most recent Housing Finance Conference was held in October 2018. Information on this and earlier Housing Finance Conferences, including presentations is available as follows: 2014 Housing Finance Conference - "Building Capacity,
- ["Understanding Housing Finance" Seminar - 2008](https://icsh.ie/resources/understanding-housing-finance-seminar-2008/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing “Understanding Housing Finance” Seminar was held in Ballinalsoe on the 20th and 21st November 2008. The seminar was a huge success due to the expertise of the speakers Evelyn Fitzpartick, Focus Ireland; Michael Rafferty, Oaklee Housing Trust; Jackie Gilroy, Sonas Housing Association; Graham Whitehead, BoardMatch; Martin Freyne, PriceWaterhouseCoopers; and
- [“Financial Management in a Changing Environment” Seminar - 2010](https://icsh.ie/resources/financial-management-in-a-changing-environment-seminar-2010/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing “Financial Management in a Changing Environment” Seminar sponsored by Barclays Corporate was held in Kilkenny on the 18th & 19th November 2010. The Seminar was a huge success with over 125 delegates in attendance representing housing associations, local authorities, government departments and private financial institutions. The ICSH would like
- ["Meeting the Future Financial Challenges Ahead" Finance Seminar - 2012](https://icsh.ie/resources/meeting-the-future-financial-challenges-ahead-finance-seminar-2012/) - The third ICSH Housing Finance seminar was held in Athlone on the 4th and 5th of October 2012. The theme of the seminar was "Meeting the Future Financial Challenges Ahead" and was sponsored by Setanta Asset Management, Canada Life and Bank of Ireland. Approximately 150 delegates were in attendance representing housing associations, local authorities, government
- [Rental Housing Regulations](https://icsh.ie/resources/rental-housing-regulations/) - From the 1st of February 2009 updated regulations, the Housing (Standards for Rented Houses) Regulations 2008, have governed standards for rental accommodation. The revised regulations apply to all rented accommodation with some exceptions. Accommodation provided by the HSE or an approved housing body containing communal sanitary, cooking and dining facilities is exempt. Also, accommodation let
- [Governance Guides](https://icsh.ie/resources/governance-guides/) - The ICSH has compiled a list of advice notes on key areas of housing association governance. These advice notes will give some background information on each area and outline key points that board members should consider when drawing up management policies. All advice notes follow the best practice guidelines laid out in Working for Good
- [2009 Regional Meetings Archive](https://icsh.ie/resources/2009-regional-meetings-archive/) - ICSH Regional Meetings took place during May and June 2009. The presentations delivered at each of these meetings, as well as the minutes of each meeting, can now be downloaded below. Dublin and East Presentation Minutes South East Presentation Minutes South Presentation Minutes Midlands Presentation Minutes West Presentation Minutes Mid West Presentation Guest speaker presentation
- [Annual Reports](https://icsh.ie/resources/annual-reports/) - Annual Report 2014 Annual Report 2013 Annual Report 2012 Annual Report 2011 Annual Report 2010 Annual Report 2009 Annual Report 2008 Annual Report 2007 Annual Report 2005 Annual Report 2004 Annual Report 2002 Annual Report 2001
- [Social Housing - Winter 2005](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-winter-2005/) - The Winter 2005 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including a review of the Memorandum on Capital Funding Schemes, the establishment of the Rental Accommodation Scheme, a report on Dublin hosting a European social housing conference, information on the local authority low-cost site scheme, controversy surrounding the Disability Bill and more.
- [Social Housing - Autumn 2006](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-2006/) - The Autumn 2006 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including a look ahead to the next National Develoment Plan, advances in sheltered housing, an analysis of the housing commitments in Towards 2016, a look at the proposed housing strategy for people with disabilities and information on the ICSH AGM and training courses.
- [An Overlooked Option in Caring for the Elderly: A Report on Sheltered and Group Housing Provided by Housing Associations in Ireland](https://icsh.ie/resources/an-overlooked-option-in-caring-for-the-elderly-a-report-on-sheltered-and-group-housing-provided-by-housing-associations-in-ireland/) - This study takes an in-depth look at group housing and sheltered housing provided by voluntary housing associations as essential, but often overlooked elements of the continuum of care for older people.
- [Risk Assessment Guide: Survey findings on Acquisition of Land for Social Housing in the Voluntary Housing Sector 2000-2004](https://icsh.ie/resources/risk-assessment-guide-survey-findings-on-acquisition-of-land-for-social-housing-in-the-voluntary-housing-sector-2000-2004/) - In January 2006 the Irish Council for Social Housing published a guidance document to assist housing associations in anticipating and negotiating the various risks they will encounter during the housing development process.
- [Submission to Cross Departmental Committee on Social Inclusion](https://icsh.ie/resources/submission-to-cross-departmental-committee-on-social-inclusion/) - This ICSH Submission outlines the need for extra revenue funding for special needs housing projects for the elderly in order to prevent and overcome existing social exclusion. Submission to Cross Departmental Committee on Social Inclusion
- [Submission to the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government on Part M of the Building Regulations](https://icsh.ie/resources/submission-to-the-department-of-the-environment-heritage-and-local-government-on-part-m-of-the-building-regulations/) - The recommendations contained within this submission relate to the provision of all accommodation by housing associations which currently develop some 1,600 units of accommodation a year. Submission on Part M of the Building Regulations
- [Action on House Prices](https://icsh.ie/resources/action-on-house-prices/) - Action on House Prices, 1998
- [Bacon Report 1 - An Economic Assessment of Recent House Price Developments (Summary)](https://icsh.ie/resources/bacon-report-1-an-economic-assessment-of-recent-house-price-developments-summary/) - Bacon Report 1, 1998
- [Circular N07-07 - Revised Arrangements for the Appraisal, Approval and Management of Social Housing Projects](https://icsh.ie/resources/circular-n07-07-revised-arrangements-for-the-appraisal-approval-and-management-of-social-housing-projects/) - Circular from 2007 outlining changes to the appraisal, approval and management of housing projects included in the DEHLG Social Housing Investment Programme. Circular N07-07 - Revised Arrangements for the Appraisal, Approval and Management of Social Housing Projects
- [Circular N16-2007 - Arrangements for Provision of Social Housing Through Turnkey Projects](https://icsh.ie/resources/circular-n16-2007-arrangements-for-provision-of-social-housing-through-turnkey-projects/) - Circular from 2007 which sets out the necessary amendments to enable Circular N7/2007 to apply to turnkey projects. Circular N16-2007 - Arrangements for Provision of Social Housing Through Turnkey Projects
- [Circular VCH2-08 - Capital Funding Schemes - Revised Process](https://icsh.ie/resources/circular-vch2-08-capital-funding-schemes-revised-process/) - The full text of the May 2008 Department of the Environment circular on revised procedues for the appraisal of voluntary and co-operative housing projects can be downloaded here. Circular VCH2-08 - Capital Funding Schemes - Revised Process
- [Streamlined Capital Funding Procedures Flowchart](https://icsh.ie/resources/streamlined-capital-funding-procedures-flowchart/) - This chart clearly outlines the steps and processes involved in the assessment and approval of projects. There are two separate charts - one for projects costing up to €5m and one for projects costing between €5m and €20m. Streamlined Capital Funding Procedures Flowchart
- [Pre-Statutory Planning and Design Submission to the Local Authority - General Commentary and Design Brief Guidance](https://icsh.ie/resources/pre-statutory-planning-and-design-submission-to-the-local-authority-general-commentary-and-design-brief-guidance/) - Capital funding applications should be supported by technical commentary relating to specific issues. This document gives guidance on what is to be included in such a submission. Pre-Statutory Planning and Design Submission to the Local Authority - General Commentary and Design Brief Guidance
- [Standard Templates - Revised Arrangements for the Appraisal, Approval and Implementation of Voluntary and Co-Operative Housing Projects (Word Format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-revised-arrangements-for-the-appraisal-approval-and-implementation-of-voluntary-and-co-operative-housing-projects-word-format/) - Templates to be completed in support of capital funding applications, designed to provide a consistent approach for both the housing association and housing authority. (Word format) Standard Templates - Revised Arrangements for the Appraisal, Approval and Implementation of Voluntary and Co-Operative Housing Projects (Word Format)
- [Standard Templates - Stage 4 - Review (Pdf format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-stage-4-review-pdf-format/) - Stage 4 - Review (Pdf format)
- [Standard Templates - Stage 3 - Implementation (Pdf format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-stage-3-implementation-pdf-format/) - Stage 3 - Implementation
- [Standard Templates - Stage 2 - Planning and Procurement (Pdf format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-stage-2-planning-and-procurement-pdf-format/) - Stage 2 - Planning and Procurement
- [Standard Templates - Introduction, Contents and Stage 1 - Appraisal (Pdf format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-introduction-contents-and-stage-1-appraisal-pdf-format/) - Introduction, Contents and Stage 1 - Appraisal
- [Standard Templates - Stage 4 - Review (Word format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-stage-4-review-word-format/) - Stage 4 - Review
- [Standard Templates - Stage 3 - Implementation (Word format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-stage-3-implementation-word-format/) - Stage 3 - Implementation
- [Standard Templates - Stage 2 - Planning and Procurement (Word format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-stage-2-planning-and-procurement-word-format/) - Stage 2 - Planning and Procurement
- [Standard Templates - Introduction, Contents and Stage 1 - Appraisal (Word format)](https://icsh.ie/resources/standard-templates-introduction-contents-and-stage-1-appraisal-word-format/) - Introduction, Contents and Stage 1 - Appraisal
- [Social Housing - Spring 2007](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-2007/) - The Spring 2007 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including the ICSH commemorating 25 years, new directions in housing policy, the role of housing associations within the Rental Accommodation Scheme, advice on governance and procurement and ways of improving access for people with disabilities.
- [Social Housing - Winter 2007-2008](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-winter-2007-2008/) - The Winter 2007-2008 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including the announcement of 100% CAS funding, a report on the 2007 national social housing conference and the winners of the 2007 Community Housing Awards, the launch of the ICSH Report into Housing for People with Disabilities in the Community and more.
- [Social Housing - Autumn 2008](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-2008/) - The Autumn 2008 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including recent housing statistics, information on new capital funding procedures, an update on the Housing Bill and new Homeless Strategy as well as a round-up of the 2008 ICSH Regional Meetings.
- [Social Housing - Spring 2009](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-2009/) - The Spring 2009 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including a report on the surge in housing waiting lists based on the 2008 Housing Needs Assessment, the DEHLG review of the voluntary housing sector, an update on the Housing Bill, an analysis of the impact of the April Budget on social housing, information on
- [Social Housing - Spring 2011](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-2011/) - The Spring 2011 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, includes information on the launch of the ICSH Collaboration Toolkit, analysis of the impact of Budget 2011, a report from the 2010 ICSH Finance Seminar, policy updates and the ICSH's seminar with the Housing Finance Agency.
- [Social Housing - Winter 2011](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-winter-2011/) - The Winter 2011 edition of the ICSH newsletter, Social Housing, including reports on the impact of Budget 2012, updates on the capital investment programme, CALF scheme and build to lease as well as a report on the 2011 national social housing conference.
- [ICSH Submission on the Homeless Agency's Action Plan 2007-2010](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submission-on-the-homeless-agencys-action-plan-2007-2010/) - There are currently over 60 ICSH members providing housing services to homeless people throughout the country. The following document is a summary of the recent improvements made in homeless service provision and areas where there is potential for these services to improve. ICSH Submission on the Homeless Agency's Action Plan 2007-2010
- [Homelessness Statistics](https://icsh.ie/resources/homelessness-statistics/) - Gathering accurate data on homelessness can be problematic. This can be due to a lack of integration between homeless service providers and local authorities on persons accommodated and the sometimes transitory nature of accommodation provided to homeless people where it is not always possible to get full length forms completed by people in crisis. The
- [ICSH Submission to the National Development Plan 2007-2013](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submission-to-the-national-development-plan-2007-2013/) - This ICSH document looks at the social housing commitments made in the previous National Development Plan which ran from 2000 - 2006. ICSH Submission to the National Development Plan 2007-2013
- [Briefing Bulletin on Towards 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/briefing-bulletin-on-towards-2016/) - The ten year framework plan Towards 2016 is the seventh social partnership agreement in Ireland and it was ratified on June 27th 2006. This document outlines the main commitments made within it, with particular emphasis on housing issues. Briefing Bulletin on Towards 2016
- [ICSH Background Paper on Towards 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-background-paper-on-towards-2016/) - ICSH position paper on social housing issues prior to the Towards 2016 negotiations, including a breakdown of housing association and local authority housing output by county. ICSH Background Paper on Towards 2016
- [ICSH Priority Areas for Towards 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-priority-areas-for-towards-2016/) - An outline of ICSH concerns during the negotiations for the Towards 2016 social partnership agreement. Particular emphasis is placed on issues of mutual concern for all members of the Community and Voluntary Pillar. ICSH Priority Areas for Towards 2016
- [Housing Needs Assessment 2008 Briefing Bulletin](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-needs-assessment-2008-briefing-bulletin/) - The 2008 housing needs assessment was carried out by local authorities in March 2008. The following document outlines the importance of this assessment and the role of housing associations in the process. Housing Needs Assessment 2008 Briefing Bulletin
- [Management Agreement](https://icsh.ie/resources/management-agreement/) - A model management agreement was signed at the Inclusion Ireland conference at the end of March 2009 between Monaghan County Council, the Health Service Executive and Monaghan Branch of Parents and Friends of People with an Intellectual Disability and Monaghan Housing Associaiton. The partnering agreement is available to housing associations throughout the country to adapt
- [Briefing Note on Amendments to Part L of the Building Regulations](https://icsh.ie/resources/briefing-note-on-amendments-to-part-l-of-the-building-regulations/) - These amendments are applicable to new buildings not substantially complete by 1st July 2009. Briefing Note on Amendments to Part L of the Building Regulations
- [ICSH Briefing Paper on Proposals for NAMA](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-briefing-paper-on-proposals-for-nama/) - ICSH briefing on proposals for the National Asset Management Agency. ICSH Briefing Paper on Proposals for NAMA
- [Agreement between ICSH, Irish Banking Federation and Government Bodies](https://icsh.ie/resources/agreement-between-icsh-irish-banking-federation-and-government-bodies/) - From previous discussions between the ICSH, Government Departments and the Banking federation it has been agreed to have a process where any difficulties that housing associations encounter with leasing initiatives and through using private finance will be identified and resolved. To underpin this ‘principles of engagement’ between the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local
- [Action on the Housing Market](https://icsh.ie/resources/action-on-the-housing-market/) - Action on the Housing Market
- [Bacon Report 2 - The Housing Market - An Economic Review and Assessment](https://icsh.ie/resources/bacon-report-2-the-housing-market-an-economic-review-and-assessment/) - Bacon Report 2 - The Housing Market - An Economic Review and Assessment
- [Action on Housing](https://icsh.ie/resources/action-on-housing/) - Action on Housing
- [Bacon Report 3 - The Housing Market in Ireland - An Economic Evaluation of Trends and Prospects](https://icsh.ie/resources/bacon-report-3-the-housing-market-in-ireland-an-economic-evaluation-of-trends-and-prospects/) - Bacon Report 3 - The Housing Market in Ireland - An Economic Evaluation of Trends and Prospects
- [Report of the Forum on Youth Homelessness](https://icsh.ie/resources/report-of-the-forum-on-youth-homelessness/) - Report of the Forum on Youth Homelessness
- [Homelessness - An Integrated Strategy](https://icsh.ie/resources/homelessness-an-integrated-strategy/) - Homelessness - An Integrated Strategy, 2000
- [Homelessness - A Preventative Strategy](https://icsh.ie/resources/homelessness-a-preventative-strategy/) - Homelessness - A Preventative Strategy, 2001
- [Capital Funding Schemes for the Provision of Rental Accommodation by Approved Housing Bodies](https://icsh.ie/resources/capital-funding-schemes-for-the-provision-of-rental-accommodation-by-approved-housing-bodies/) - Capital Funding Schemes for the Provision of Rental Accommodation by Approved - Memorandum VHU 2/02
- [Housing Policy Framework – Building Sustainable Communities](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-policy-framework-building-sustainable-communities/) - Housing Policy Framework – Building Sustainable Communities
- [Review of the Implementation of the Government's Integrated and Preventative Homeless Strategies](https://icsh.ie/resources/review-of-the-implementation-of-the-governments-integrated-and-preventative-homeless-strategies/) - Review of the Implementation of the Government's Integrated and Preventative Homeless Strategies
- [Towards 2016 - Ten-Year Framework Social Partnership Agreement 2006-2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/towards-2016-ten-year-framework-social-partnership-agreement-2006-2015/) - Towards 2016 - Ten-Year Framework Social Partnership Agreement 2006-2015
- [Delivering Homes Sustaining Communities – Executive Summary](https://icsh.ie/resources/delivering-homes-sustaining-communities-executive-summary/) - Delivering Homes Sustaining Communities – Executive Summary
- [Delivering Homes Sustaining Communities – Statement on Housing Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/delivering-homes-sustaining-communities-statement-on-housing-policy/) - Delivering Homes Sustaining Communities – Statement on Housing Policy
- [Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities – Design Guidelines](https://icsh.ie/resources/quality-housing-for-sustainable-communities-design-guidelines/) - Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities – Design Guidelines
- [National Development Plan 2007-2013: Transforming Ireland (Executive Summary)](https://icsh.ie/resources/national-development-plan-2007-2013-transforming-ireland-executive-summary/) - National Development Plan 2007-2013: Transforming Ireland (Executive Summary)
- [National Development Plan 2007-2013: Transforming Ireland](https://icsh.ie/resources/national-development-plan-2007-2013-transforming-ireland/) - National Development Plan 2007-2013: Transforming Ireland
- [The Way Home: A Strategy To Address Adult Homelessness in Ireland 2008-2013](https://icsh.ie/resources/the-way-home-a-strategy-to-address-adult-homelessness-in-ireland-2008-2013/) - The Way Home: A Strategy To Address Adult Homelessness in Ireland 2008-2013
- [Review of Finances and Expenditure for Homeless Services in Dublin](https://icsh.ie/resources/review-of-finances-and-expenditure-for-homeless-services-in-dublin/) - Review of Finances and Expenditure for Homeless Services in Dublin, 2008
- [Evaluation of Homeless Services](https://icsh.ie/resources/evaluation-of-homeless-services/) - Evaluation of Homeless Services, 2008
- [Counted In, 2008](https://icsh.ie/resources/counted-in-2008/) - Counted In, 2008
- [Homeless Strategy National Implementation Plan](https://icsh.ie/resources/homeless-strategy-national-implementation-plan/) - Homeless Strategy National Implementation Plan, 2009
- [Strategic Review of the Capital Funding Schemes for Voluntary and Co-operative Housing](https://icsh.ie/resources/strategic-review-of-the-capital-funding-schemes-for-voluntary-and-co-operative-housing/) - Strategic Review of the Capital Funding Schemes for Voluntary and Co-operative Housing
- [Pathway to Home](https://icsh.ie/resources/pathway-to-home/) - Pathway to Home - New Configuration of Homeless Services in Dublin
- [Charities Act, 2009](https://icsh.ie/resources/charities-act-2009/) - Charities Act, 2009
- [Housing Policy Statement](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-policy-statement/) - Housing Policy Statement
- [National Housing Strategy for People with a Disability 2011 - 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/national-housing-strategy-for-people-with-a-disability-2011-2016/) - National Housing Strategy for People with a Disability 2011 - 2016
- [Survey findings on Acquisition of Land for Social Housing in the Voluntary Housing Sector 2000-2004](https://icsh.ie/resources/survey-findings-on-acquisition-of-land-for-social-housing-in-the-voluntary-housing-sector-2000-2004/) - The increasing shortage and rising prices of land has proved to be a stumbling block for many housing associations. In Autumn 2005, the ICSH carried out an extensive survey of housing associations and the ways in which they sourced their land.
- [People for Places](https://icsh.ie/resources/people-for-places/) - People for Places highlights the human faces and stories behind voluntary housing associations and how the provision of good quality housing can have a hugely positive effect on the lives of tenants.
- [Enhancing Choices for People with Disabilities in the Community](https://icsh.ie/resources/enhancing-choices-for-people-with-disabilities-in-the-community/) - Throughout 2007 the Irish Council for Social Housing conducted research into the provision of housing for people with disabilities by the voluntary housing sector. This publication looks at the level of such housing provision and challenges for the sector.
- [People for Places 2](https://icsh.ie/resources/people-for-places-2/) - This is the second in our People for Places series and it highlights the contribution made by voluntary housing association board members to their communities.
- [2007 Community Housing Award Winners and Entries](https://icsh.ie/resources/2007-community-housing-award-winners-and-entries/) - This publication details the entries to the 2007 ICSH Community Housing Awards as well as the two winning projects.
- [Introducing the ICSH](https://icsh.ie/resources/introducing-the-icsh/) - This publication gives an overview of the services provided by the ICSH and the role of the voluntary housing sector.
- [Working for Good Governance](https://icsh.ie/resources/working-for-good-governance/) - With housing associations receiving significant investments of public money and, increasingly, private finance, the issue of governance has recently become more significant for the sector. In June 2008, the ICSH launched a guide to governance for the voluntary housing sector.
- [ICSH Community Housing Awards 2009](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-community-housing-awards-2009/) - Details of the winning projects at the 2009 ICSH Community Housing Awards. This was the first year in which there were separate winners by category. In total there were 8 different categories: housing for older people (smaller and larger scale), homeless projects, housing for people with disabilities, integrated housing projects, regeneration projects, PArt V projects,
- [ICSH Collaboration Toolkit](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-collaboration-toolkit/) - The ICSH Collaboration Toolkit provides a framework to help promote greater collaboration in the voluntary housing sector. It was supported and launched by Minister Michael Finneran, TD, Minister for Housing and Local Services at the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government at the ICSH Finance Seminar in November 2010. The toolkit sets out
- [The Provision of Housing and Services for the Elderly in the Voluntary Housing Sector](https://icsh.ie/resources/the-provision-of-housing-and-services-for-the-elderly-in-the-voluntary-housing-sector/) - In the summer of 2010 the Irish Council for Social Housing conducted a survey as part of an exercise to map the provision of housing and services for the elderly within the Voluntary Housing Sector. Information was obtained on 210 schemes, as provided by 176 Housing Associations. This report details the findings of this survey.
- [Breaking Down the Myths: Providing and Managing Housing Services for Homeless People](https://icsh.ie/resources/breaking-down-the-myths-providing-and-managing-housing-services-for-homeless-people/) - FEANTSA has produced a Tookit for Housing Practitioners wishing to provide and manage housing services for homeless households. The FEANTSA Housing Working Group compising housing representatives from national represenative organisations included input from the ICSH and case studies from throughout the EU to demonstrate that homeless households can be housed. The ICSH Biennial Social Housing
- [Housing Associations in Ireland - Role, Delivery and Outcomes](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-associations-in-ireland-role-delivery-and-outcomes/) - This publication outlines the history and role of the Irish Council for Social Housing as well as giving an overview of the voluntary housing sector in Ireland.
- [2010 Regional Meetings Archive](https://icsh.ie/resources/2010-regional-meetings-archive/) - The ICSH Regional Meetings took place during May and June 2010. The presentations delivered at each of these meetings can now be downloaded below. Dublin and East Presentation Guest speaker presentation Minutes South East Presentation Guest speaker presentation Minutes South Presentation Minutes Midlands Presentation Guest speaker presentation Minutes West Presentation Minutes Mid West Presentation Guest
- [2011 Regional Meetings Archive](https://icsh.ie/resources/2011-regional-meetings-archive/) - The 2011 ICSH Regional Meetingsw took place in May and June of 2011. The presentations delivered at each of these meetings can now be downloaded below. Dublin and East Presentation Minutes South East Presentation Minutes Midlands Presentation Guest speaker presentation Minutes West Presentation Guest speaker presentation Minutes Border Presentation Guest speaker presentation Minutes South Presentation
- [Social Housing - Spring 2013](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-2013/) - The Spring 2013 edition of "Social Housing" contains updates on the implications of Budget 2013, the impact of the Residential Amendment Tenancies Bill and the introdution of the Local Property Tax. There is also a round-up of the latest news from ICSH members and upcoming ICSH events.
- [Social Housing - Summer 2005](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-summer-2005/) - The Summer 2005 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including information on risk assessment in developing housing projects, progress on the development of RAS for housing associations, the NESC housing recommendations, debate on anti social behaviour following the introducion of ASBOs and problems with the delivery of Part V.
- [Social Housing - Summer 2007](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-summer-2007/) - The Summer 2007 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including new ministerial appointments, information on local authority service indicators, current figures on units managed in the voluntary housing sector, a report on the progress of Towards 2016, a review of the 2007 Regional Meetings and a look ahead to the national social housing conference.
- [Social Housing - Summer 2010](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-summer-2010/) - The Summer 2010 edition of the ICSH Newsletter, Social Housing, including an analysis of the long-term implications of Budget 2010, a report on the potential for NAMA to deliver social housing, the Social Housing Leasing Initiative and enhanced leasing, a report from the 2009 Board Member Award and new housing schemes from ICSH members around the country.
- [People for Places 3](https://icsh.ie/resources/people-for-places-3/) - The latest in our series of publications entitled People for Places highlights the provision of housing for people with a disability by the volutnary housing sector in Ireland. This publication demonstrates that behind the policies, strategies and statistics around housing for people with a disability are individuals with their own stories and opinions on the housing
- [ICSH Pre Budget Submission 2014](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-submission-2014/) - The ICSH 2014 pre-Budget submission can be downloaded below: ICSH Pre Budget Submission 2014
- [National Housing Strategy for People with a Disability - Easy to Read version](https://icsh.ie/resources/national-housing-strategy-for-people-with-a-disability-easy-to-read-version/) - National Housing Strategy for People with a Disability 2011 - 2016
- [Social Housing - Winter 2013](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-winter-2013/) - The Winter 2013 edition of Social Housing has an in-depth review of the 2013 National Social Housing Conference, as well as an overview of the latest news on the Residential Tenancies Bill, an update on recent CAS acquisitions, a round-up of recent news from ICSH members and much more.
- [ICSH Submission to Dublin Region Homeless Executive](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submission-to-dublin-region-homeless-executive/) - The ICSH made a submission in October 2013 to the Dublin Region Homeless Executive on the development of the Framework Statutory Homeless Action Plan for the Dublin region 2014 - 2016 which can be downloaded below: ICSH Submission to the Dublin Region Homeless Executive
- [Compliance and Regulatory Requirements: ICSH Resources and Support](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-resources-and-support/) - This is the new dedicated section of the ICSH website that will focus on aiding members to meet their compliance and regulatory requirements as well as containing information on features of governance that are seen as best practice in the sector. The resources below have been developed in conjunction with members and are designed to
- [ICSH Video Presentation on VRC Annual Return](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-video-presentation-on-vrc-annual-return/) - The ICSH has developed a short video presentation designed to help members who are signed up to the Voluntary Regulation Code to fill out the Annual Return for the year 2013. It is important to note that the Annual Return must be discussed at a Board meeting before it is returned to the
- [Section One: General Information](https://icsh.ie/resources/section-one-general-information/) - This section requires tier level, contact details, registration & establishment details and property information for each AHB completing the return. The tier level that you select here will impact on the number of sections and level of detail that you have to provide in later stages of the return. The return employs a proportionate approach
- [Section Two: Governance Details](https://icsh.ie/resources/section-two-governance-details/) - All organisations, irrespective of which tier they fall into, are required to provide information to the regulation office on current governance arrangements. A key focus for associations will be to demonstrate that they have the structures in place to ensure good governance of the organisation. In the 2008 publication ‘Working for Good Governance’, the ICSH
- [Section Four: Performance Management](https://icsh.ie/resources/section-four-performance-management/) - This section requires that housing associations have certain policies and procedures in place (or are working towards it). Central to this is that each Association collects data in areas such as rent arrears, void periods and repair/ maintenance costs. The ICSH recommends that Associations collect this using the framework providing by HAPM, and there is
- [Section Three: Financial and Business Management](https://icsh.ie/resources/section-three-financial-and-business-management/) - The Finance Chapter of the Return is currently being prepared by the regulation unit and will require each association to submit more detailed financial information depending on their tier. For the moment each association should direct their auditors to issue a letter of compliance in relation to their accounts, as well as providing information on
- [Social Housing - Autumn 2014](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-2014/) - The Autumn 2014 edition of Social Housing looks ahead to the implications of Budget 2015 as well as looking at recent development such as the appointment of new Ministers, the 2014 CAS call, the new Social Housing Strategy, news from ICSH members and more.
- [Social Housing - Spring 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-2015/) - The Spring 2015 edition of Social Housing has a full report on the successful 2014 Housing Finance Conference, an update on the implications of the Social Housing Strategy 2020, recent updates on regulation, members' news and much more.
- [Local Authority Housing SPC Meetings](https://icsh.ie/resources/local-authority-housing-spc-meetings/) - 2019 Dublin City Council Housing SPC Meeting - 10th january 2019 Minutes of meeting dated Thursday 8th November 2018 and matters arisingPresentation: A Welcome On the Mat? The Allocation of Minority Ethnic Community Households into Public Housing Flats Complexes in DublinAgenda Report Pack 2018 Dublin City Council Housing SPC 8th November, 2018 Printed draft minutesAgenda
- [Update from Project Board meeting - 14th May 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/update-from-project-board-meeting-14th-may-2015/) - Update from Project Board meeting: Chair Bairbre Nic Aongusa 14 May 2015 Kathleen McKillion Work Stream 1: Finance: Lead Lisa Clifford Progressing the PPP element, 1,500 units in two/three bundles with circa 8 sites in each bundle. It was agreed that sites in the East (Dublin and surrounding counties) and in the greater Cork
- [Update from AHB Work Stream 2 - June 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/update-from-ahb-work-stream-2-june-2015/) - The AHB work stream and the sub group on funding schemes established by the working group last met 19th May. Next meeting 30th June. Progress update: Work stream Meeting ICSH/DECLG Workshop ‘Working Towards Delivery’ was held on 27th April 2015. Interest was strong with over 170 in attendance with a good representation from both the
- [Update from Project Board meeting - 22nd June 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/update-from-project-board-meeting-22nd-june-2015/) - Update from Project Board meeting: Chair Bairbre Nic Aongusa 22 June 2015 Kathleen McKillion Work Stream 1: Finance: Lead Lisa Clifford PPP: The work stream had previously agreed to progress the PPP element (1,500 units) in two/three bundles with circa 8 sites in each bundle. In respect of bundle one (the East and greater
- [ICSH Strategic Plan 2015-2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-strategic-plan-2015-2018/) - In order to further enhance the role of the sector, the ICSH has produced its latest Strategic Plan for 2015-2018, Building for Success - ‘Ensuring a responsive, expanded and accountable housing association sector’. This ICSH Strategic Plan has been produced by the ICSH Board and developed with input from ICSH Council, members and external stakeholders.
- [ICSH Pre-Budget Submission 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-submission-2016/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is the national federation for non-profit housing associations, representing approximately 270 members who provide social housing. The sector manages over 30,000 homes for families on a low income, older people, people with disabilities and homeless households. The ICSH welcomed the Social Housing Strategy published in November 2014 and
- [AIB Social Housing Outlook Newsletter](https://icsh.ie/resources/aib-social-housing-outlook-newsletter/)
- [Social Housing - Autumn 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-2015/) - The Autumn 2015 edition of Social Housing contains an overview of the responses to the homelessness crisis, a review of the Fair Deal scheme and its implications for ICSH members, updates to regulations, changes to Part V as well as news from members around the country and housng issues from overseas.
- [Update from Work Stream 2 - 29th September 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/update-from-work-stream-2-29th-september-2015/) - The 7th meeting of the AHB Work Stream 2 took place on 29th September 2015. There were a number of actions of the Social Housing Strategy discussed and progressed. On Action 13 relating to the funding schemes the DECLG presented a response to the issues with the funding system (in particular CALF & P&A)
- [Update from Workstream 2 AHB Delivery & Operations](https://icsh.ie/resources/update-from-workstream-2-ahb-delivery-operations/) - The 9th Meeting of the Workstream took place on 5th November 2015. The Meeting was called to consider fundamental changes that would be required for the AHB sector to achieve significant growth in its capacity and scale of delivery. There were many ideas discussed and the key ones that were identified for further progression
- [2015 ICSH Community Housing Award Winners](https://icsh.ie/resources/2015-icsh-community-housing-award-winners/) - The ICSH Community Housing Awards 2015 sponsored by Allianz Insurance, were announced at the ICSH biennial Social Housing Conference dinner in the Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore in September 2015. To commemorate the Awards, the ICSH have produced a keepsake of the winning projects. The 2015 competition marked the 7th biennial awards having been in
- [Social Housing - Spring 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-2016/) - The Spring 2016 edition of Social Housing contains news from ICSH members around the country, updates on the Residential Tenancies Act, news on The Iveagh Trust's 125th anniversary celebrations, current developments in regulation and lots more.
- [Social Housing Bulletin for Elected Representatives](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-bulletin-for-elected-representatives/) - This bulletin is produced by the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), the federation for non-profit housing associations which represents approximately 270 members. The sector manages over 30,000 homes for families on a low income, older people, people with disabilities and homeless households in every local authority area.
- [Information Sessions from The Department of Environment, Community and Local Government on Social Housing Construction Projects January to March 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/information-sessions-from-the-department-of-environment-community-and-local-government-on-social-housing-construction-projects-january-to-march-2016/) - You can download presentations below in relation to the information sessions that the Department of Environment , Community and Local Government delivered on the funding processes for new social housing construction projects relating to both CAS and CALF.
- [HFA Update on Category 2 Certified Body Lending](https://icsh.ie/resources/hfa-update-on-category-2-certified-body-lending/) - Update from HFA on Category 2 Certified Body Lending
- [Updated CALF Guidance Note](https://icsh.ie/resources/updated-calf-guidance-note/) - This guidance note replaces the version that accompanied Circular Housing 31/2011 and sets out further details of how the Capital Advance Leasing Facility (CALF) will operate.
- [2012 Regional Meetings Archive](https://icsh.ie/resources/2012-regional-meetings-archive/) - The latest ICSH Regional Meetings took place during April and May 2012. The presentations delivered at each of these meetings can now be downloaded.
- [ICSH Submission on Housing Action Plan](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submission-on-housing-action-plan/) - The ICSH submission to to Housing Action Plan focuses on an overall objective to increase the stock of permanent social and affordable housing with additional objectives and actions outlined.
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2015/) - Housing associations have been playing their part to provide homes to those most in need through every output category available to them. In addition, the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) and its members have been working on a number of new initiatives for delivery which have the potential to make a real difference with
- [ICSH Pre Budget Submission 2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-submission-2017/) - The ICSH 2017 pre-Budget submission can be downloaded below:
- [Social Housing - Autumn 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-2016/) - The Autumn edition 2016 of Social Housing focuses on the Government's housing strategy Rebuilding Ireland, details from Budget 2017 impacting on the sector, a new pilot housing project for older people, as well as news from members around the country and housing issues from overseas.
- [ICSH Annual Report 2015](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2015/) - The past year signals change in the social housing landscape in Ireland. After a number of years of significant retrenchment in the social housing programmes, the Social Housing Strategy, launched at the end of 2014 provided a new direction for a signifi cantly expanded social housing programme, and particularly for our own housing association sector.
- [Submission on a Residential Rental Sector Strategy](https://icsh.ie/resources/submission-on-a-residential-rental-sector-strategy/) - With the increasing demand in the private rental sector, rent affordability issues and lack of security of tenure, this has created additional pressure on the social housing sector with housing associations responding to an acute demand for emergency accommodation, housing and support services.
- [AIB Social Housing Outlook: October 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/aib-social-housing-outlook-october-2016/) - Maura Moore (Head of Professional Services & Nonprofits, AIB) and Donal McManus (ICSH) provide insights on the opportunities and challenges facing the social housing sector in Ireland against the backdrop of the Government’s Action Plan for Housing and Homelessness: Rebuilding Ireland.
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Winter 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-winter-2016/) - The winter 2016 edition of Social Housing covers our rent Housing Finace Conference. Again, we track the progress of Rebuilding Ireland and chart Ireland's ever growing homelessness crisis. And a special feature profile Foscadh's Housing recent success with the HFA's Tier 2 lending initiative.
- [Rebuilding Ireland Updates](https://icsh.ie/resources/rebuilding-ireland-updates/) - 2017 Repair and Leasing Scheme (RLS) Frequently Asked Questions 23/0217 Rebuilding Ireland Project Board Meeting - 15th February 2017 Agenda Rebuilding Ireland Summary Notes Meeting 14/12/2016 Rebuilding Ireland Actions for Delivery Q12017 Rebuilding Ireland Monthly Housing Activity Report January 2017 Action Plan for Housing and Homelessness
- [Statutory Publications and Circulars: 2008-2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/statutory-publications-and-circulars-2/)
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Spring 2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-spring-2017/) - The Spring 2017 edition of Social Housing covers innovative delivery across the sector, RTB regulation one-year-on, Rebuilding Ireland updates, repair and lease and mortgage to rent information, the National Planning Fraemwork 2040, Peter McVerry's 'Empty Homes' inititaive, the ICSH Tenant Experience Survey 2017 and our recent regional membership meetings.
- [ICSH Annual Report 2016](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2016/) - The ICSH had a very busy year in 2016 as outlined in the activity reports of the different working groups included in this report. During 2016, the ICSH continued to roll-out the Strategic Plan 2015-2018.A significant amount of ICSH resources was focused on regulatory issues and communicating the work of the sector and the ICSH
- [ICSH National Social Housing Conference Programme 27-28 September 2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-national-social-housing-conference-programme-27-28-september-2017/) - The theme for the 2017 Biennial National Social Housing Conference is ‘Social Housing –The Next Phase. Scale | Innovation | New Housing Choices’. This reflects the need to drive forward the delivery of social housing to the scale and extent that will provide homes to a growing number of households in housing need. The
- [Pre-Budget Submission 2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/pre-budget-submission-2018/) - The ICSH believe Budget 2018 should underpin a new phase in social housing entailing a significant supply programme providing affordable homes for all.
- [Budget 2018 – Housing Summary Report](https://icsh.ie/resources/budget-2018-housing-summary-report/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has responded to this year’s housing budget saying it demonstrates government investment in social housing. However, the ICSH is concerned that diverting significant funds to supporting the private rental sector represents bad value for money. Social housing is an essential public service, and new spending should be used to
- [Community Housing Awards 2017 Winners Brochure](https://icsh.ie/resources/community-housing-awards-2017-winners-brochure/) - The Community Housing Awards encourage, showcase and reward excellence in the delivery of social housing from both Housing Associations & Local Authorities. Since its inception in 2003, the Awards have gone from strength to strength, with this year marking the 8th Biennial Awards, demonstrating the sector’s committed delivery of high quality housing. This year
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Winter 2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-winter-2017/) - The Winter 2017 edition of Social Housing covers sector activity and innovation; General Data Protection Regulation, the New AHB Services Unit in the Housing Agency; The Housing (Standards for Rented Houses) Regulations 2017; Budget 2018; The Peter McVerry Trust Pathways Housing First Partnership; the draft National Planning Framework report; the ICSH Biennial National Social Housing
- [Guidance Note on the General Data Protection Regulation (May 2018)](https://icsh.ie/resources/guidance-note-on-the-general-data-protection-regulation-may-2018/) - Guidance Note on the General Data Protection Regulation (May 2018)
- [Social Housing Stock Condition Survey](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-stock-condition-survey/) - Social Housing Stock Condition Survey User Manual This manual is designed to inform and assist housing associations (and those conducting stock condition surveys on their behalf) with each stage of the Stock Condition Survey process and their use as part of the wider asset management process. Stock Condition Survey Report template
- [Member Service 2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/member-service-2018/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is the national federation for housing associations. Our members collectively manage 32,000 homes and house 75,000 people including low-income families and individuals, homeless persons, people with a disability and older people. ICSH members operate in every local authority area in the country and in over 500 communities across
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2017/) - The Housing Association Activity Report 2017. demonstrates that housing associations have been working flat-out in recent years to rebuild Ireland’s social housing stock. In 2017, 1 in every 3 new long-term social homes were delivered by housing associations. That’s 2,330 homes through a combination of build, acquisition and leasing.
- [ICSH Annual Report 2017](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2017/) - This 2017 Annual Report clearly demonstrates the,amount of important work undertaken by the ICSH and its member organisations throughout the year. Thankfully, 2017 was a year of substantial progress with a record level of housing output achieved. The challenge for the sector now is to sustain our rapid growth and to deliver a greater volume
- [Innovative Housing Management Solutions in the Community-based Non-Profit Housing Sector](https://icsh.ie/resources/innovative-housing-management-solutions-in-the-community-based-non-profit-housing-sector/) - Local housing associations have a long tradition of providing high quality affordable housing solutions all over Ireland. The majority of associations were founded by local volunteers who had a desire to contribute positively to their respective communities, and many localities nationwide have greatly benefited from this endeavour. However, recent regulatory and other housing management related
- [ICSH Submission Framework Statutory Homeless Action Plan for the Dublin region 2017-2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submission-framework-statutory-homeless-action-plan-for-the-dublin-region-2017-2020/) - The recommendations in this submission are underpinned by the view of ICSH members that the key focus should be to increase the supply of homes. The ICSH have long advocated for a Housing Led and Housing First approach to the challenge of homelessness and welcomes government policy that this would be a core principle of
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Summer 2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-summer-2018/) - The Summer 2018 edition of Social Housing has updates on delivery of new housing schemes and units from ICSH members all over the country, updates on various aspects of regulation and relevant legislation, news on Rebuilding Ireland progress as well as news on ICSH events over the last few months.
- [ICSH Pre-Budget 2019 Submission](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-2019-submission/) - Budget 2019 should be centrally focussed on housing and homelessness to meet the challenges facing Ireland as a society Housing Associations (also known as Approved Housing Bodies or AHBs) are a key partner in meeting the challenges posed by the housing crisis. In 2017, over 3,100 homes were provided by housing associations through new build,
- [ICSH Submission to the Public Accounts Committee: Overview of Social Housing Provided by AHBs](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submission-to-the-public-accounts-committee-overview-of-social-housing-provided-by-ahbs/) - On 25th October, the Public Accounts Committee sought information from the ICSH on foot of the Committee's consideration of the 2017 Annual Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General and Appropriation Accounts and, in particualr, Chapter 10: Funding and oversight of approved housing bodies. Please find our briefing document below.
- [RTB Dispute Resolution and AHBs: Seminar 27 November 2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/rtb-dispute-resolution-and-ahbs-seminar-27-november-2018/) - The ICSH held a successful seminar on 27 November 2018 in conjunction with the Residential Tenancies Board focusing on the housing association experience of the disputes resolution process under the RTB to date. Presentations are available to download (below) rtb_seminar_disputeresolutionmeasursandcasestudiesrosalindcarrollclairediggin_27112018Download rtb_seminar_experiencesofrtbdisputeresolutionprocedures_tuath_alisonogorman27112018Download rtbseminar_ciaraquinngoodshepherdkilkenny_27112018Download rtbseminar_preparingfordisputeresolution_sabrinaoreillynovas_27112018Download
- [Member Services 2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/member-services-2019/) - Have a look at our Member Services 2019 publication. In it we highlight the benefits of ICSH membership, sector highlights from 2018 as well as key stakeholder engagement events. We've also listed some of the key strategic issues for 2019.
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2018/) - In 2018, in response to the unprecedented demand for homes at an affordable rent, housing associations (also known as Approved Housing Bodies, AHBs) provided 3,219 homes. Housing associations have made a significant contribution to the Rebuilding Ireland Plan and will continue to play their part in responding to the housing crisis. The Irish Council for
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Spring 2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-spring-2019/) - The Spring 2018 edition of Social Housing covers sector activity and innovation (including Clúid's innovative solution with Leeside Apartments Cork, and Túath Housing's Victorian social housing regeneration project in Dublin). We also feature updates on the Residential Tenancies Bill 2018, the Social Housing Delivery Report 2018, the recent ICSH presnetaqtion to the Oireachtas PAC Committee,
- [Annual Report 2018](https://icsh.ie/resources/annual-report-2019/) - 2018 was a record year for housing output by the members of the ICSH and follows on from a very strong level of output in 2017. There remains significant room (and indeed a need) for growth and the voluntary housing sector has stepped up and continues to play its part in growing the delivery of
- [Statutory Publications and Circulars: 2017-2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/statutory-publications-and-circulars-2017-2019/) - Circular Housing 32/2019 New forms for all Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) Projects and additional technical and cost guidance for the providion of housing for people with a disability Circular Housing 32/2019 New forms for all Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) Projects and additional technical and cost guidance for the providion of housing for people with a
- [ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference 2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-2019/) - Data Processing ICSH never share personal data without your consent. If you register for the Conference, your name and organisation will be listed on our delegate list to be included in the delegate packs. This list is circulated to delegates and speakers at the Conference only and not shared with third parties before or after
- [Pre-Budget Submission 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/pre-budget-submission-2020-2/) - The ICSH and AHB sector is actively working with the Government and local authorities to progress the targets under Rebuilding Ireland, which commits €6billion to support the delivery of 50,000 new social homes by end 2021. In particular, we will continue to work with the Government to increase the provision and the professional management of
- [Pre-Budget Submission 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/pre-budget-submission-2020/) - It is the view of the ICSH that, in order to avoid the boom-and-bust cycles that have characterised the Irish housing system, Government must ensure that 20% of overall housing stock is in permanent social housing over a medium-term timeframe. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking that Budget 2020 should be centrally
- [Social Housing Newsletter - Autumn 2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-autumn-2019/) - The Autumn/Winter 2019 edition of Social Housing covers our recent National Social Housing Conference 2019, Community Housing Awards 2019, sector innovation and delivery, the Housing (Regulation of Approved Housing Bodies) Bill 2019, the Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2019, CAS and CALF updates, a special feature on Owners’ Management Companies and the role of AHBs, the
- [Private (Non-HFA) Funding Providers and proposals for P&A-CALF funding](https://icsh.ie/resources/private-non-hfa-funding-providers-and-proposals-for-pa-calf-funding/) - A number of AHBs have recently confirmed to the Department of Housing Planning and local Government that they will be entering into committed loan facilities to support the financing of turnkey and construction projects, and that these arrangements require CALF and P&A funding. The Department has requested that the ICSH ensure that member organisations are
- [Community Housing Awards 2019 Winners Brochure](https://icsh.ie/resources/community-housing-awards-2019-winners-brochure-2/) - 2019 was a record-breaking year for the ICSH Community Housing Awards, sponsored by Allianz, which saw 50 entries across 10 categories. Interesting themes and trends emerged during the competition: the record number of schemes being built for older people throughout the country; high quality and accessible housing demonstrating the supports and technologies that people need
- [Community Housing Awards 2019 Winners Brochure](https://icsh.ie/resources/community-housing-awards-2019-winners-brochure/) - 2019 was a record- breaking year for the ICSH Community Housing Awards, sponsored by Allianz, which saw 50 entries across 10 categories.The quality of housing was exceptionally high and we are delighted to again have the opportunity to recognise excellence in the social housing sector, delivered by approved housing bodies and local authorities.This brochure highlights
- [ICSH Member Services 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-member-services-2020/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is the national federation of housing associations. Our members collectively manage 35,000 homes and house 75,000 people including low-income families and individuals, homeless persons, people with a disability and older people. ICSH members have delivered and manage housing in every local authority area in the country and in
- [Programme for Government 2020 - ICSH Proposals on Housing Issues](https://icsh.ie/resources/programme-for-government-2020-icsh-proposals-on-housing-issues/) - The ICSH is making this proposal in the context of great uncertainty and national emergency recognising the unprecedented demands currently being placed on the Government, public services, not-for-profit organisations and society. The COVID-19 public health emergency will have multiple ramifications across all aspects of civic life and it is our belief that we should try
- [Social Housing Newsletter – Spring/Spring 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-spring-spring-2020/) - The social housing sector, local authorities and housing associations, have been responding rapidly to the widespread housing, health, social and financial issues arising out of the COVID-19 pandemic. There have been challenges: from ensuring the availability of PPE, social distancing and cocooning, to development issues (with the initial closure, and subsequent reopening of sites), while
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2019/) - In 2019, housing associations (also known as approved housing bodies, AHBs) delivered 4,127 homes for people on social housing waiting lists. This activity was in response to the ongoing crisis in housing supply and affordability and represents the highest ever output for the AHB sector. The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is proud to
- [ICSH Guide for Boards on Holding a Virtual Meeting](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-guide-for-boards-on-holding-a-virtual-meeting/) - ICSH members have been at the forefront of the response to Covid-19 but as well as providing additional and alternative services for tenants and other stakeholders, they have also retained a commitment to good governance and oversight of their organisations. Following a successful webinar on the topic, the ICSH has produced this brief “How To
- [Right-Sizing in the Approved Housing Body Sector](https://icsh.ie/resources/right-sizing-in-the-approved-housing-body-sector/) - It is widely understood that our current housing stock is too rigid with a lack of options for people other than family size accommodation. The ICSH is working with approved housing bodies to continue, and increase, the provision of specialist housing in the sector, particularly in relation to older people. The issue of right-sizing is
- [HAPM 2019 Results](https://icsh.ie/resources/hapm-2019-results/) - Housing Association Performance Management Framework – (HAPM) - Results for 2019 are available. 2019-HAPM-results
- [ICSH Annual Report 2019](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2019/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing 2019 Annual Report is a wonderful reminder of the vibrancy and commitment of the social housing sector in Ireland and the important role that approved housing bodies play in meeting the needs of people and communities across the country. Throughout the ICSH's membership, we have hugely committed people and
- [Toward a Right to Community Living for Older People: Gerard Quinn Keynote Speaker ICSH AGM 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/gerard-quinn-keynote-speaker-at-icsh-agm-2020/) - Keynote speaker at the ICSH AGM 2020, Professor Gerard Quinn, Raoul Wallenberg Institute (Sweden) and Research Chair (University of Leeds), has a particular interest in the intersectionality between old age and disability. He has recently highlighted the risks to vulnerable people and older people in residential settings. Professor Quinn’s presentation highlights, among other things, the costs
- [Pre-Budget Submission 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/pre-budget-submission-2021/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking that Budget 2021 be centrally focused on improving access to affordable, good quality, secure accommodation for all households. The ICSH is making this proposal in the context of Covid-19 and the unprecedented challenges affecting all aspects of society and the economy, underpinning the need for secure
- [ICSH Finance & Development Conference -  7th-9th October, 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-finance-development-conference-2020/) - Resilience, Recovery & Delivery The 2020 ICSH Housing Finance and Development Conference, sponsored by AIB, was our 7th such conference and the first one delivered entirely online. Over 500 delegates registered for the conference from approved housing bodies, local authorities, government departments, statutory agencies, the HSE, the wider voluntary sector and finance, architectural, sustainability firms from the
- [Domestic Violence Briefing Note](https://icsh.ie/resources/domestic-violence-briefing-note/) - The Housing Agency have recently developed a briefing note on domestic violence with input and an endorsement from the Department of Justice and linked closely to their ‘What would you do’ campaign, launched in 2018. This briefing has also been distributed to all local authorities. Domestic violence is an issue of particular concern affecting many
- [Social Housing Newsletter – Autumn/Winter 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-autumn-winter-2020/) - As a very challenging year draws to a close, our housing association members can reflect on the strength and resilience of the sector in the face of adversity, and also feel positive about new initiatives and indicators to support the provision of affordable homes by housing association over the coming years. The recent Budget 2021
- [ICSH Tenant Satisfaction Survey 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/tenant-satisfaction-survey-2020/) - This survey follows on from our first ever sector-wide survey commissioned in 2017, that engaged with tenants from housing associations varying in size, across different geographic areas, and with different types of tenancy. The survey ascertained their views on satisfaction levels with accommodation and services provided by their housing association. The 2017 Survey can be
- [Introduction to Statutory Regulation for AHBs webinar recording](https://icsh.ie/resources/introduction-to-statutory-regulation-for-ahbs-webinar-recording/) - The ICSH recently hosted a webinar on the incoming statutory regulation framework for housing associations (AHBs). Speakers from the Department of Housing, Planning and Local Government provided an overview and update on the new regulatory system and the transitional arrangements.The Housing (Regulation of Approved Housing Bodies) Act 2019 was signed into law on December 23rd,
- [HR and Recruitment Resource Pack](https://icsh.ie/resources/hr-resource-pack/) - This section contains sample recruitment and HR policies as well as sample job descriptions for a range of housing related roles. This is a sample information pack and is intended for guidance only. It is your organisation’s responsibility to ensure that your final policy is in line with existing internal decisions, best practice and legislation.
- [General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) materials for ICSH members](https://icsh.ie/resources/general-data-protection-regulation-gdpr-materials-for-icsh-members/) - As you are aware by now this Data Protection Regulation will come into force on the 25th May 2018, replacing the existing data protection framework under the EU Data Protection Directive. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) increases the obligations and responsibilities for organisations and businesses in how they collect, use and protect personal data.
- [ICSH Member Organisations Regional Meetings 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-member-organisations-regional-meetings-2021/) - The ICSH recently organised a round of regional meetings via Zoom, which were attended by over 120 individuals in total over the three meetings.As no regional meetings were held in 2020, these virtual meetings provided members with an opportunity to engage on items of concern in a semi-structured way and feedback has proved very positive
- [CAS Workshop 30th March 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/cas-workshop-30th-march-2021/) - On 30th March the ICSH hosted, in partnership with the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, with contributions from the Housing Agency, Dublin City Council and Tuath, a workshop on the CAS funding model. Aidan O’Reilly, and his colleague Pat Leonard, from the Department of Housing, provided the first input on the approval process,
- [Supporting the Irish Housing System to Address Housing Market Failure: Cost Rental Housing and Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI)](https://icsh.ie/resources/8055/) - This report, Supporting the Irish Housing System to Address Housing Market Failure; Cost Rental Housing and Services of General Economic Interest (SGEI), indicates that State support for cost rental will not distort the housing market, but will contribute to a properly functioning housing system. It outlines how the EU SGEI framework, and the specific conditions
- [RTB Webinar April 21st](https://icsh.ie/resources/rtb-webinar-april-21st/) - On April 21st the ICSH hosted a webinar with the RTB for our members. The 1.5hr session focused on legislation updates, disputes and resolution processes, as well as tenancy registration and renewals processes. Colleagues in the RTB spoke about recent changes to Covid-19 restrictions and their impact on the sector, as well giving our members
- [ICSH Response to Government's 'Housing for All' Consultation](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-response-to-governments-housing-for-all-consultation/) - The ICSH welcomes Housing for All as a real opportunity to balance our housing system in favour of one that provides affordability, security and a place of safety for all households regardless of their economic status. The main priority of Housing for All should be to ensure that the Housing System provides accessible, affordable, quality
- [Meet the Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) Webinar for AHBs - AHBRA Presentation](https://icsh.ie/resources/meet-the-approved-housing-bodies-regulatory-authority-ahbra-webinars-for-ahb-members/) - The ICSH, in conjunction with the new Approved Housing Bodies Regulatory Authority (AHBRA) recently hosted two introductory webinars (May 2021) on the role and function of the Regulator as well as the roll out of the new statutory regulation framework for the sector, which will replace the voluntary framework operating under the Voluntary Regulation Code.
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2020/) - In 2020, AHBs delivered 3,312 homes for households on social housing waiting lists. This was a significant achievement in difficult circumstances, with the construction sector closed for seven weeks during the first lockdown in 2020. A small number of social housing sites remained open as essential sites which the ICSH welcomed. The delivery of 3,312
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Annual Report 2020](https://icsh.ie/resources/irish-council-for-social-housng-annual-report-2020/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing’s 2020 Annual Report covers a period of time in which every organisation, all our tenants and our staff have been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. It is heartening, therefore, to see the range and vibrancy of activities delivered by our members in 2020, something which is a clear testament
- [Social Housing Newsletter – Spring/Summer 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-newsletter-spring-summer-2021/) - Check out our latest newsletter. As we gradually emerge from an unprecedented public health emergency, the enduring housing crisis has once again risen to the forefront of national and political debate. Our newsletter identifies the key elements that are needed in Minister O’Brien's forthcoming Housing for All plan, and looks at recent developments in the
- [ICSH AIB Biennial National Social Housing Conference 22-24 September 2021 Speaker Presentations](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-aib-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-22-24-september-2021/) - The ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference, sponsored by AIB, took place between 22-24 September 2021 with 700 delegates over the three days. This year’s Biennial Conference focussed on delivering the new Government ‘Housing for All’ Plan and served as a vital platform for new thinking and delivery ideas in the housing sector. The conference
- [ICSH Pre-Budget Submission 2022](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budgte-submission-2022/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) strongly recommends that Budget 2022 should put in place the funding to ensure that the targets in Housing for All can be met and can achieve wider social inclusion objectives around providing accommodation for low-income people, homeless people, older people and disabled people. The Housing for All Plan
- [Webinar: Acquisitions in Multi-Unit Developments: Fire Safety Considerations](https://icsh.ie/resources/webinar-acquisitions-in-multi-unit-developments-fire-safety-considerations-14th-october/) - In October 2021 David Rouse, MUDs Advisor with The Housing Agency, delivered this webinar. David's presentation focused on key considerations related to fire safety for approved housing bodies acquiring homes, particularly apartments, in multi-unit developments.This included a discussion on the legal and financial due diligence aspects of owners’ management companies in the context of fire
- [Local Property Tax - Guidance from Revenue on CAS (and Wider Special Needs) LPT Exemption](https://icsh.ie/resources/updated-guidance-from-revenue-on-cas-and-wider-special-needs-lpt-exemption-lpt-return-deadline-10-november-2021/) - Property tax returns are now due for members. Properties of many members will be exempt from the charge as they are used for special needs accommodation, with all CAS funded properties exempt under this criteria. To claim the exemption you should log in to your account using the details supplied from Revenue and click on
- [ICSH AIB Biennial National Social Housing Conference 22-24 September 2021 Session Recordings](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-aib-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-22-24-september-2021-session-recordings/) - ICSH Biennial Social Housing Conference (sponsored by AIB): Social Housing 2021 – Delivering Housing for All Session 1: Housing for All: The Road Ahead Chair: Dr Aideen Hayden, Chairperson, ThresholdDarragh O’Brien, T.D., Minister for Housing, Local Government & HeritageSeán O’Connor, Chief Executive, Tuath HousingPat Power, Director, Harcourt DevelopmentsThomas Gilligan, Director of Services Mayo County Council
- [Request for Expressions of Interest from Approved Housing Bodies - Older Persons Scheme, Island Road, King's island, Limerick](https://icsh.ie/resources/request-for-expressions-of-interest-from-approved-housing-bodies-older-persons-scheme-island-road-kings-island-limerick/) - Limerick City and County Council (LCCC) is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI) from Approved Housing Bodies (AHB) for the delivery of a 27 unit social housing development on Council-owned lands at Island Road, Kings Island, Limerick city. The scheme is to be delivered under the Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) programme. Further details on the development,
- [ICSH Community Housing Awards Winners 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-allianz-community-housing-awards-winners-2021/) - The ICSH Community Housing Awards showcase the innovative and sustainable social housing projects that our approved housing bodies members and local authority partners continue to deliver for communities across the country. Our award categories celebrate family housing, projects addressing homelessness, supported housing that recognises the needs of disabled people, and the evolving supports that older
- [Building Partnerships: A resource for promoting better collaborative working between approved housing bodies](https://icsh.ie/resources/building-partnerships-a-resource-for-promoting-better-collaborative-working-between-approved-housing-bodies/) - This guidance document is designed to detail a range of collaborative and partnership opportunities available to organisations and provides clear guidance on how AHBs can progress these opportunities. Its purpose is to assist both AHBs that have decided to transfer their housing stock and those who are able to benefit from engaging collaboratively with another
- [ICSH Newsletter Autumn-Winter 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-newsletter-autumn-winter-2021/) - 'The roll-out of the commitments in Housing for All has begun in earnest with meetings with the key stakeholders focusing on the various measures needed to expedite delivery. There is now a much stronger pipeline and base of new general needs projects, However, this needs to continue on an annual basis, with private sector partnerships
- [ICSH Community Housing Award Winners 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-allianz-community-housing-award-winners-2021/) - The ICSH Biennial Community Housing Awards showcase the innovative and sustainable social housing projects that our approved housing bodies members and local authority partners continue to deliver for communities across the country. This year, the quality of housing was exceptionally high and we were delighted to again have the opportunity to recognise excellence in the
- [Social Housing in Mixed Tenure Communities Report](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-in-mixed-tenure-communities-report/) - Over the past twenty years, the percentage of Approved Housing Body (AHB) owned or managed social housing located in mixed tenure estates has increased from 20% to 80%. This reflects state policy objectives and measures such as Part V. This report identifies overwhelming support for tenure mixing and indicates that strong and integrated communities have
- [Retrofitting the AHB sector - 21st April 2022 Webinar Resources](https://icsh.ie/resources/retrofitting-the-ahb-sector-21st-april-2022-webinar-resources/) - The sector has a challenge ahead of it with retrofitting high volumes of stock. This webinar was an opportunity for SEAI to present the One Stop Shop grant to the sector in a very practical and user-friendly way, as well an opportunity to hear from members who have experienced retrofitting at large and smaller scale.
- [ICSH Annual Report 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2021/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing’s 2021 Annual Report marks another year disrupted by the Covid-19 pandemic and highlights the enduring resilience of our members, our sector and our country. Despite the difficulties created by the global crisis, 2021 delivered a number of key milestones for the AHB sector and shone a light on the
- [Housing Manual Information Session - June 22, 11am](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-manual-information-session-june-22-11am/) - The Housing Agency has recently revised and updated the Housing Manual, which can be found at www.housingmanual.ie. The Housing Manual is a comprehensive and up to date resource for housing practitioners In Ireland. The Housing Manual contains a wealth of information, organised under five headings: housing supply, housing management, pathways to home ownership, housing policy
- [ICSH Member Regional Meetings 2022](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-member-regional-meetings-2022/) - The ICSH hosted a round of in-person and online regional meetings (via Zoom) over the course of May 2022. The in-person meetings were held in Kilkenny, and Mayo. These meetings provide an open forum for the ICSH to assist members in the development, management and compliance/governance of their associations; as well as an opportunity to
- [Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS) Reference Document (June 2022)](https://icsh.ie/resources/capital-assistance-scheme-reference-document-june-2022/) - This guidance outlines the key features of the Capital Assistance Scheme (CAS). Its purpose is to assist organisations applying for and availing of CAS, including providing clarification on which organisations are eligible to apply to the scheme. The following documents are also referenced in the CAS guidance document: Circular 16 2021- Transition to Statutory Regulation
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2021](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2021/) - 3,792 new AHB homes in total were delivered in 2021. Despite challenges in 2021 arising from COVID-19 and supply chain issues in the development pipeline, the sector managed to increase the delivery of homes by over 14% in 2021 compared to 2020 which was a welcome response. This is our Activity Report on the delivery
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Strategic Plan 2022-2026](https://icsh.ie/resources/irish-council-for-social-housing-strategic-plan-2022-2026/) - Whilst there have been significant challenges to the delivery and management of housing in the AHB and wider sectors in recent years arising from the global pandemic, this five-year strategic plan is to provide direction to the ICSH in supporting the role of members in a rapidly evolving housing environment with a particular focus on
- [Housing Association Performance Management (HAPM) Report 2021: Final Report Results and Reflections](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-performance-management-hapm-report-2021-final-report-results-and-reflections/) - Housing Association Performance Management (HAPM) was developed as a pilot project by the ICSH in 2004 to put in place formal performance management practices at a time when the governance and regulatory landscape of the approved housing body (AHB) sector looked very different. Over the years HAPM has grown considerably from that first survey and
- [Code of Practice for Allocations](https://icsh.ie/resources/code-of-practice-for-allocations/) - The CCMA has recently published its finalised Code of Practice for the AHB Allocations Process. Delays and difficulties in the receipt of nominations from local authorities has frequently been an issue for some ICSH members. This code of practice, which was developed by a working group comprising local authorities, AHBs, the CCMA, LGMA and ICSH,
- [ICSH Introductory  Webinars](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-introductory-webinars/) - Throughout June, the ICSH held a series of introductory webinars on various housing issues. The aim of these was to provide those who are new to working in all areas of housing, as well as those who may be interested in the sector but not currently working in it, with an introduction to key areas
- [ICSH Newsletter Summer 2022](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-newsletter-summer-2022/) - Read the latest edition of the ICSH newsletter showcasing approved housing body (AHB) innovation and delivery, the work of the ICSH as the AHB sector representative body and updates on housing regulation and legislation. The summer 2022 edition includes: the Housing Association Activity Report 2021; Innovative AHB Delivery; ICSH Research – Social Housing in Mixed
- [ICSH Pre-Budget Submission 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-submission-2023/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) is asking for the government to ensure that Budget 2023 is focussed on addressing the cost-of-living challenges. The priority must be to protect low income households facing rising costs. These cost of living challenges are evidenced in the housing system with rising energy bills, higher private rental costs
- [AHB Value for Money Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-value-for-money-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Value for Money Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Register of Interests](https://icsh.ie/resources/register-of-interests/) - Click here to download the register of Interests form (Updated September 2022)
- [AHB Repairs and Maintenance Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/repairs-and-maintenance-policy/) - Click below to download AHB Repairs and Maintenance Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Procurement Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/procurement-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Procurement Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Lone Worker Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-lone-worker-policy/) - Click here to download the Lone Worker Policy (Updated September 2022)
- [AHB IT Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-it-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB IT Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Income Management and Rent Arrears Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-income-management-and-rent-arrears-policy/) - Click here to download the Income Management and Rent Arrears Policy (Updated September 2022)
- [AHB Fixed Assets Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-fixed-assets-policy/) - Click here to download the Fixed Assets Policy (Updated September 2022)
- [AHB Estate Management Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-estate-management-policy/) - Click here to download the Estate Management Policy (Updated September 2022)
- [AHB Data Protection Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-data-protection-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Data Protection Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Conflicts of Interest Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-conflicts-of-interest-policy/) - Click here to download the Conflicts of Interest Policy (Updated September 2022)
- [AHB Complaints Procedure](https://icsh.ie/resources/complaints-procedure/) - Click below to download the AHB Complaints Procedure (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Chair and CEO Roles](https://icsh.ie/resources/clarity-on-chair-and-ceo-roles/) - Click below to download the guidance on Chair and CEO roles (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB CEO Delegated Responsibilities Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-ceo-delegated-responsibilities-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB CEO Delegated Responsibilities Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Business Continuity Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-business-continuity-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Business Continuity Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Board Renewal Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-board-renewal-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Board Renewal Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Board Director Duties](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-board-director-duties/) - Click below to download AHB Board Director Duties guidance (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Bad Debts Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-bad-debts-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Bad Debts Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Asset Management Guidance](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-asset-management-guidance/) - Click below to download AHB Asset Management Guidance (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Asset Management and Sinking Fund Guidance](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-asset-management-and-sinking-fund-guidance/) - Click below to download AHB Asset Management and Sinking Fund Guidance (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Anti-Social Behaviour Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-anti-social-behaviour-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Anti-Social Behaviour Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Allocations Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-allocations-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Allocations Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [AHB Abandonment Policy](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-abandonment-policy/) - Click below to download the AHB Abandonment Policy (updated September 2022). Pdf format Word format
- [Budget 2023: Key Social & Affordable Housing Measures](https://icsh.ie/resources/budget-2023-key-housing-measures/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said that the Budget 2023 €2.6 billion capital and €1.4 billion current social and affordable housing investment commitment reassures with a sustained multi-annual funding of €4 billion, and signals shared purpose by a coalition government in response to a housing crisis that will remain challenging for the
- [Building on Success, A Financial Roadmap for the AHB Sector](https://icsh.ie/resources/building-on-success-a-financial-roadmap-for-the-ahb-sector/) - The ICSH through its Finance Working Group is pleased to launch a new piece of research, ‘Building on Success, A Financial Roadmap for the AHB sector’. Produced by Campbell Tickell, this is a key research report that assesses AHBs’ current financial capabilities and offers solutions that can enhance the sector’s ambition to be an innovative
- [ICSH Biennial Finance and Development Conference 2022, 19th & 20th October: Conference Presentations](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-biennial-finance-and-development-conference-2022-19th-20th-october-conference-programme/) - This year’s ICSH Finance & Development Conference, supported by AIB, was the first held in person since 2018 and was our eighth conference focusing solely on issues of finance, development and delivery. Since its inception, this event has been a vital summit for leaders in the field of housing delivery to discuss challenges, innovate and
- [Celebrating 40 Years of the Irish Council for Social Housing](https://icsh.ie/resources/celebrating-40-years-of-the-irish-council-for-social-housing/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH), first established as the Housing Centre in 1982, has witnessed the housing association/approved housing body sector grow from a few thousand homes in the early 1980s to almost 55,000 owned and managed by the sector in 2022. ICSH was established by far sighted representatives of non-profit voluntary housing
- [ICSH Submisssion to the Public Consultation on the Review of the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS)](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-submisssion-to-the-public-consultation-on-the-review-of-the-rental-accommodation-scheme-ras/) - The ICSH welcome the opportunity to contribute to the public consultation on the review of the Rental Accommodation Scheme. (RAS). There are currently 18,000 tenancies operating under this scheme and any changes made would have an impact on these tenancies. This ICSH submission is informed by the concerns and recommendations of our member organisations, with
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Submisssion to the DHLGH consultation on Rightsizing Housing Options](https://icsh.ie/resources/irish-council-for-social-housing-submisssion-to-the-dhlgh-consultation-on-rightsizing-housing-options/) - The ICSH welcomed the opportunity to contribute to the development of a national rightsizing policy in line with the commitment in Housing for All. The ICSH conducted research on rightsizing in January 2020, which highlights the key concerns and possible solutions following a consultation with our members. This was followed up with an online focus
- [Social Housing Autumn/Winter 2022](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-winter-2022/) - Read the ICSH Social Housing Autumn/Winter 2022 newsletter, which includes coverage of our Biennial Finance & Development Conference 2022, the Building on Success: A Financial Roadmap for the AHB Sector publication, member AHB innovation, change & delivery, a review of Budget 2023 and ICSH events and submisssions
- [Guidance Note on the Payment and Availability (P&A) and Capital Advance Leasing Facility (CALF) Funding](https://icsh.ie/resources/guidance-note-on-the-payment-and-availability-pa-and-capital-advance-leasing-facility-calf-funding/) - This guidance note replaces the version that accompanied Circular Housing 31/2011, 18/2016, 23/2019. Housing 12 / 2023 sets out updated information on how the Payment and Availability (P&A)-Capital Advance Leasing Facility (CALF) funding model will operate following a review concluded in March 2023. The information contained in this document is relevant to all P&A-CALF applications
- [ICSH CALF and P&A Resources](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-calf-and-pa-resources/) - The most up to date CALF Financial Models can be downloaded below: ICSH CALF and P&A Model April 2023 simple ICSH CALF and P&A Model March 2021 simple ICSH CALF and P&A Model March 2021 construction ICSH CALF and P&A Model March 2021 simple variable rate variant ICSH CALF and PA Model March 2021 simple
- [ICSH Annual Report 2022](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2022/) - 2022 marked 40 years of the Irish Council for Social Housing – four decades of our members delivering housing and creating sustainable and thriving communities across Ireland. Despite the current challenges our sector faces, it’s important to celebrate the innovation, resilience and sustainability of our membership.
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2022](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2022/) - Download the Housing Association Activity Report 2022 Download the Housing Association Activity Report 2022 Note on Figures
- [ICSH Collaboration Programme 2023 - Webinar Slides April 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-collaboration-programme-2023-webinar-slides-april-2023/) - The ICSH Collaboration Programme is designed to support and assist projects such as mergers between smaller bodies, takeovers of one AHB by another, the establishment of group service arrangements for AHBs and any other relevant initiatives leading to the re-organisation and re-alignment of the AHB sector. It is of interest to both smaller and larger
- [ICSH CALF Financial Model Webinar 22/05/2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-calf-financial-model-webinar-22-05-2023/) - This training was led by Hugh Coll, designer of the ICSH CALF model, who ran through the viability model with a focus on the changes made as part of the CALF review. Pat Fitzpatrick of the Housing Agency provided input on capital and operation costs and talked about the submission and assessment process. Please click
- [AHB Allocation Process Code of Practice Webinar](https://icsh.ie/resources/ahb-allocation-process-code-of-practice-webinar/) - On May 24th, the LGMA hosted a webinar on the AHB Allocations Code of Practice which provided valuable insights and experiences on the application of the Code. The recording of the webinar can be viewed or downloaded here. Click here for further information on the Code of Practice itself and how it should be used.
- [CAS Rent Setting Note (Updated April 2023)](https://icsh.ie/resources/cas-rent-setting-note/) - The ICSH has the following updated note regarding rent setting for CAS funded properties. ICSH_CAS_Rent_Setting_Note_Updated_April_2023-1Download
- [ICSH Newsletter Social Housing Spring / Summer 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-spring-summer-2023/) - Enjoy an excellent summer read; the ICSH Summer newsletter. Articles on Innovation, Change & Delivery Across the Sector, a member focus on North & East Housing Association at 30 years old, housing overseas and lots of news and events, and a very important date for your diary, the ICSH National Social Housing Conference. Newsletter_Of_The_Irish_Council_For_Social_Housing_Spring_Summer_2023Download
- [ICSH Pre Budget 2024 Submission - Resolving legacy issues to safeguard future delivery](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-pre-budget-2024-submission-resolving-legacy-issues-to-safeguard-future-delivery/) - Last year (2022), Housing Associations delivered 4,949 new homes for households on the social housing waiting list and also homes provided through the cost rental programme. This is the sector’s highest annual delivery to date. This pre-budget submission for the 2024 estimates will outline a series of recommendations that the ICSH believe are necessary to
- [ICSH Biennial National Social Housing Conference: 18th-19th October 2023 – Conference Programme](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-biennial-national-social-housing-conference-18th-19th-october-2023-conference-programme/) - This year’s ICSH National Social Housing Conference, From Vision to Reality: Transforming Communities Through Placemaking with Social and Affordable Housing, will take place in Clayton Whites Hotel in Wexford on October 18th and 19th. The focus this year is on placemaking and the role of social and affordable housing in creating vibrant communities, revitalising urban
- [Budget 2024: Key Social & Affordable Housing Measures](https://icsh.ie/resources/budget-2024-key-social-affordable-housing-measures/) - The Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) has said that Budget 2024 represents a reassuring continuation of the Housing for All multi-annual investment programme to support AHB housing delivery targets on a continual basis. A €5.1bn capital investment in housing, 2.6bn exchequer, €978m Land Development Agency (LDA) and €1.5bn Housing Finance Agency (HFA) funding, has
- [ICSH National Social Housing Conference 2023 supported by AIB](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-national-social-housing-conference-2023-supported-by-aib/) - This year’s ICSH National Social Housing Conference (sponsored by AIB) From Vision to Reality: Transforming Communities Through Placemaking with Social and Affordable Housing, took place in Clayton Whites Hotel in Wexford on October 18th and 19th. The focus was on placemaking and the role of social housing in creating vibrant communities, revitalising urban and rural
- [Tenant Satisfaction Survey 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/tenant-satisfaction-survey-2023/) - This survey is the third national survey, undertaken by the ICSH to ascertain AHB tenants’ views in relation to their accommodation and associated services. Previous surveys (2017 and 2020) are available on the ICSH website. The findings from this survey will help inform the ICSH and its member AHBs on areas of housing management performance
- [Social Housing Autumn/Winter 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/social-housing-autumn-winter-2023/) - Have a look at the ICSH Social Housing Autumn/Winter 2023 newsletter, which includes coverage of our Biennial Social Housing Conference 2023 (the largest yet) From Vision to Reality: Transforming Communities Through Placemaking with Social and Affordable Housing and our successful Community Housing Awards 2023. Read about the excellent work of Cena, a Traveller-led AHB member.
- [Introduction to Social Housing 2024](https://icsh.ie/resources/introduction-to-social-housing-2024/) - This information pack offers an introduction to local authority and approved housing body social housing policy, practice and the regulatory instruments and agencies involved. It looks at the following key areas: Agencies and Acronyms Housing Statistics Social and Affordable Housing Providers: Key Functions Key Policy/Initiatives (Principles and Actions) Housing Law Key Regulators and Good Governance
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Annual Report 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/irish-council-for-social-housing-annual-report-2023/) - 2023 saw a return to normality within the ICSH after several years of the sector affected by COVID-related constraints. This last year also allowed for much more engagement, including regular in-person meetings with key stakeholders in the public, private and non-profit sectors. All these active engagements enabled greater housing delivery by ICSH members and new
- [Housing Association Activity Report 2023](https://icsh.ie/resources/housing-association-activity-report-2023/) - ICSH member approved housing bodies (AHBs) deliver housing locally and nationally and provide additional services that support individuals’ capacity to enjoy their right to full participation in the areas of education, health, employment, social integration and inclusion, housing rights and the environment. Our members have always known that good quality homes underpin the ability to
- [ICSH Newsletter - Spring/Summer 2024](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-newsletter-spring-summer-2024/) - The Spring/Summer 2024 newsletter of the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) covers recent updates and events in the social housing sector. Key highlights include the Housing Commission Report, which outlines a future vision for housing in Ireland, recommending an increase in social and affordable housing stock to 20%. The report emphasizes the need for
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Pre-Budget Submission 2025](https://icsh.ie/resources/irish-council-for-social-housing-pre-budget-submission-2025/) - This pre-budget submission for the 2025 estimates will outline a series of recommendations that the ICSH believe are necessary to deliver more social and affordable homes and maintain existing social housing to an appropriate standard on a sustainable basis. To ensure our members can continue record housing delivery, the ICSH believe that a number of
- [ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024 - Exhibitor Guide](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-finance-and-development-conference-2024-exhibitor-guide/)
- [ICSH Finance & Development Conference 2024 - Conference Programme](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-finance-development-conference-2024-conference-programme/)
- [ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024:  Resources](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-finance-and-development-conference-2024-resources/) - This year’s ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024. Achieving our Ambitions – Social and Affordable Housing Delivery for the Next Decade, was held on 16th & 17th October 2024 at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Sligo. The event took place at an inflection point in the social housing sector’s development. Output has increased at a significant
- [Irish Council for Social Housing Autumn/Winter 2024 Newsletter](https://icsh.ie/resources/irish-council-for-social-housing-autumn-winter-2024-newsletter/) - The ICSH Autumn/Winter Newsletter 2024. What's in it? Election Over – Housing still key issue for New Programme for Government. Innovation, Change & Delivery Across the Sector - cost rental scaling up, AHB classification call for tenders, impact of cost rental report. ICSH Finance and Development Conference 2024 - 350 delegates. A new landscape for
- [ICSH/AIB Social Impact Awards 2024](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-aib-social-impact-awards-2024/) - This publication showcases the 2024 entries. All projects have their own uniqueness and a story to tell. We hope that by sharing and publicising the projects, we can bring more attention to the creative work being undertaken by the approved housing bodies and local authorities in Ireland. Contact details of each entry is available if
- [ICSH Annual Report 2024](https://icsh.ie/resources/icsh-annual-report-2024/) - In 2024, the ICSH had 271 members providing housing and related services throughout the country, accommodating a diverse range of households. ICSH membership not only includes the larger developing AHBs, but also the many – often volunteer-led – AHB members providing and managing a smaller number of homes across local communities. In 2024, AHBs owned
- [ISHF Oral History Toolkit](https://icsh.ie/resources/ishf-oral-history-toolkit/)
- [Oral History Project Audio Files](https://icsh.ie/resources/oral-history-project-audio-files/) - This project collected six stories on the lived experience in social and authority housing in Ireland in order to begin a repository of such tales. The project recorded face-to-face interviews with residents in these communities at some point in their lives. These interviews have been preserved as a permanent resource on the International Social Housing

## Vacancies

- [Housing Officer - Oaklee Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/housing-officer-oaklee-housing/) - Role: Housing OfficerResponsible for: Patch within the Midlands region.Location: Tullamore, Co. Offaly (Hybrid Working Model). Requirement to attend Head Office in Dublin 8 as and when requested.Hours of work: 37 hours per week (Monday – Friday) - Flexi hours available.Salary: €56,074 - €62,687 L4, P1 - L4, P5Leave: 22 days, plus public and customary holidays.Scope
- [Foscadh Housing - Housing Manager](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/foscadh-housing-housing-manager/) - About the Role POSITION: Housing Manager LOCATION:Drogheda, Co. Louth CONTRACT: FULL TIME/ PERMANENT- 35 HOURS PER WEEK RESPONSIBLE TO: CEO SALARY: € 48,0000 - € 53,0000 (Dependent on experience) A little about us At Foscadh Housing, a general housing needs approved housing body, we provide safe, secure homes and strong tenancy supports for the people
- [Finance and Procurement Support Officer - NIFHA](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/finance-and-procurement-support-officer-nifha-2/) - Closing Date: 30 December 2025Location: NIFHA Office, Belfast plus homeworkingSalary: Salary range: £27,029, £27,571, £28,122, £28,684, £29,257 per annumClosing Date: 30 December 2025Location: NIFHA Office, Belfast plus homeworkingSalary: Salary range: £27,029, £27,571, £28,122, £28,684, £29,257 per annumContract: FT, fixed term contract to 31Oct2028 (secondments considered)Hours: 37.5 Job Purpose The Project Finance & Procurement Support Officer
- [Finance and Procurement Support Officer - NIFHA](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/finance-and-procurement-support-officer-nifha/) - Closing Date: 30 December 2025Location: NIFHA Office, Belfast plus homeworkingSalary: Salary range: £27,029, £27,571, £28,122, £28,684, £29,257 per annumClosing Date: 30 December 2025Location: NIFHA Office, Belfast plus homeworkingSalary: Salary range: £27,029, £27,571, £28,122, £28,684, £29,257 per annumContract: FT, fixed term contract to 31Oct2028 (secondments considered)Hours: 37.5 Job Purpose The Project Finance & Procurement Support Officer
- [Fold Housing - Property & Assets Manager](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/fold-housing-property-assets-manager/) - €66,700 -€77,600 Dublin, Ireland Hybrid Fold Housing is a leading Approved Housing Body (AHB) and care provider dedicated to delivering high-quality homes and services for older people across Ireland. With over 1,000 residents and a growing portfolio of 750 homes, we are entering an ambitious phase of development guided by our 2025–2027 Strategic Plan. Our
- [Housing Officer - Kilkenny Voluntary Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/housing-officer-kilkennay-voluntary-housing-association/) - Position: Housing OfficerPay: €17.39 per hourLocation: Kilkenny Voluntary Housing Association, William St, KilkennyReporting to: Housing Service ManagerHours: Monday to Friday 9am – 5.30pm (finish 4.30pm Friday). Occasionally work evenings and weekends as requested to facilitate tenants and organisational needs. The Role Housing officers help to facilitate successful tenancies by supporting tenants in each of the
- [Circle Voluntary Housing Association - Housing Performance Administrator ](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/circle-voluntary-housing-association-housing-performance-administrator/) - Location: Dublin Reporting to : Housing Performance Coordinator Contract: Permanent, Subject to a six-month probationary period Entry Level Salary : €32,845 - €37,400 Hours: 37.5 hrs per week over 5 days Leave : 26 days Pension: Available on completion of probation Travel: Expenses policy applicable Head Office: Phoenix House, Castle Street, Dublin 2 About Us
- [Tenant Services Coordinator - Cabhrú Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/tenant-services-coordinator-cabhru-housing-association/) - About Cabhrú Founded in 1965, Cabhrú was created to offer housing in Dublin for older adults who are able to live independently. Over the years, we have expanded and, as of January 2025, we own and manage 174 social housing units—133 in the Dublin City Council area and 41 in Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County. As a
- [Focus Ireland - Community and Tenants Relations Officer, Property](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/focus-ireland-community-and-tenants-relations-officer-property/) - Community and Tenant Relations Officer – Property Location: Dublin Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Hours: Monday to Friday 09:00-17:00 About the Role Focus Ireland has pioneered the innovative Meascán Model of intentional social mix, helping to create communities that include people with lived experience of homelessness. "Meascán"meaning mixtureor blend in Irish, reflecting the model’s goal of integrating diverse households—including those with complex support needs—into
- [Property Services Manager - Oaklee Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/property-services-manager-oaklee-housing/) - Job Title: Property Services ManagerDepartment: Property ServicesReporting to: Director of OperationsLocation: Brunell Building, Heuston South Quarter, Dublin 8/ Hybrid 8Contract: Permanent, subject to a six-month probationary periodHours: 37 hours per week, Monday to FridaySalary Range: (L6P1 – L6P5) €82,529 – €96,417, commensurate with experience Click here for a full job description and person specification for
- [Building Surveyor (Asset Management) - Oaklee Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/building-surveyor-asset-management-oaklee-housing/) - Job Title: Building Surveyor (Asset Management)Department: Asset ManagementReporting to: Strategic Asset ManagerLocation: Brunell Building, Heuston South Quarter, Dublin 8/ HybridContract: Permanent, subject to a six-month probationary periodHours: 37 hours per week, Monday to FridaySalary Range: €70,000 – €80,000 commensurate with experience Click here for a full job description and person specification for the role of
- [Sustainability Officer - Oaklee Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/sustainability-officer-oaklee-housing/) - Department: Asset ManagementReporting to: Strategic Asset ManagerLocation: Brunell Building, Heuston South Quarter, Dublin 8/ HybridContract: Permanent, subject to a six-month probationary periodHours: 37 hours per week, Monday to FridaySalary Range: (L4P1 – L4P5) €56,074 - €62,687, commensurate with experience Click here for a full job description and person specification for the role of Sustainability Officer
- [HAIL - Tenancy Sustainment Officer (National Housing Strategy for Disabled People)](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/hail-tenancy-sustainment-officer-national-housing-strategy-for-disabled-people/) - Job Description: Tenancy Sustainment Officer (National Housing Strategy for Disabled People) Dublin/Wicklow – 1 post REF: Cara Dub/Wick Job title:Tenancy Sustainment Officer, funded under theNational Housing Strategy for Disabled People, (NHSDP) 2022 - 2027 Location: Four Dublin Local Authority Areas, Wicklow, Kildare, Meath Responsible/Reporting to: Support Service Manager Cara: Visiting Tenancy Support Service, NHSDP, HAIL
- [Corporate Services Manager - North & East Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/corporate-services-manager-north-east-housing-association/) - Are you looking for a career in Housing? Would you like to be part of a dynamic, evolving Approved Housing Body? North & East Housing Association is currently recruiting for a Corporate Services Manager within our Corporate Services Team. Corporate Services Manager €63,813 - €85,759, depending upon experience. Click here to download the Corporate Services
- [iCare Housing- Property Surveyor](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/icare-housing-property-and-assets-administrator/) - About iCare Housing: iCare Housing was originally established to play a role in providing sustainable housing outcomes for people in long term mortgage arrears. Since then, we have helped over 1,800 people to secure a safe, sustainable housing outcome. We have supported people in communities right across Ireland with homes in every local authority area.
- [Focus Ireland - Community and Tenant Relations Officer - Property](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/focus-ireland-community-and-tenant-relations-officer-property/) - Community and Tenant Relations Officer – Property Location: Dublin Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: €37,604.82 – €41,997.07 (Dependent on Experience) About the Role Focus Ireland has pioneered the innovative Meascán Model of intentional social mix, helping to create communities that include people with lived experience of homelessness. "Meascán" meaning mixture or blend in Irish, reflecting the model’s goal of integrating diverse households—including those with complex support needs—into shared housing
- [iCare Housing - Finance Manager](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/icare-housing-finance-manager/) - Job Title: Finance Manager Location: Dublin City Centre (Capel Building, Capel Street, Dublin 7) Reporting To: CFO About iCare Housing iCare Housing was originally established to play a role in providing sustainable housing outcomes for people in long term mortgage arrears. Since then, we have helped over 1,800 people to secure a safe, sustainable housing outcome. We
- [iCare Housing - Property & Assets Administrator](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/icare-housing-property-assets-administrator/) - About iCare Housing: iCare Housing was originally established to play a role in providing sustainable housing outcomes for people in long term mortgage arrears. Since then, we have helped over 1,800 people to secure a safe, sustainable housing outcome. We have supported people in communities right across Ireland with homes in every local authority area.
- [Asset & Property Services Manager - Cabhrú](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/asset-property-services-manager-cabhru/) - About Cabhrú Cabhrú is a registered Charity, an Approved Housing Body and a certified Body with the Housing Finance Agency. We provide social housing for Tenants who are usually over 55 years of age and who wish to live independent lives. Our 174 social housing homes are located in the Dublin City Council and Dún
- [Property Development Scheme Worker - Purpose+Impact](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/property-development-scheme-worker-purposeimpact/) - NOVAS is seeking a motivated and detail-focused Property Development Scheme Worker to support the delivery of our housing development programme. This is a six-month specified purpose contract, reporting to the Head of Housing. The role is home-based with travel to Limerick, Clare, Kerry, Tipperary and Dublin as required. Reports To: Head of HousingLocation: Working-from-home but
- [Property and Asset Manager - Fold Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/property-and-asset-manager-fold-housing/) - Fold Housing’s purpose is to develop and manage homes that older people want to live in and to empower our residents to live fulfilling lives and foster thriving communities, while working towards delivering a new model of housing where care is available if needed. About Fold Housing Fold Housing is an approved Housing Body established
- [Cabhrú - Tenant Services Officer](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/cabhru-tenant-services-officer/) - About Cabhrú Cabhrú is a registered Charity, an Approved Housing Body and a certified Body with the Housing Finance Agency. We provide social housing for Tenants who are usually over 55 years of age and who wish to live independent lives. Our 174 social housing homes are located in the Dublin City Council and Dún
- [Senior Systems Administrator - North & East Housing Association](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/senior-systems-administrator-north-east-housing-association/) - Are you looking to advance your career in Housing? Would you like to be part of a dynamic, evolving Approved Housing Body? North & East Housing Association currently have an Senior Systems Administrator vacancy within our IT Dept. North & East Housing Association are based in Blanchardstown, Dublin 15 and have developments in 11 counties
- [Administration & Compliance Manager - Sophia Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/administration-compliance-manager-sophia-housing/) - About Sophia Sophia is national provider of housing and homeless services. Founded in 1997 by Sr. Jean Quinn D.W the organisation has always been acutely aware of the impact that homelessness has on individuals, couples and families. Over the past three decades Sophia has been supporting people as they emerge from homelessness. Sophia provides trauma
- [Circle Voluntary Housing Association - Housing Practice & Letting Officer](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/circle-voluntary-housing-association-housing-practice-letting-officer/) - About the role: The Housing Practice & Lettings is a pivotal role within the Services Department, focused on enhancing the quality, efficiency, and responsiveness of our housing management services. This position supports the continuous improvement of Circle VHA's services by ensuring that policies, procedures, and frontline practices align with regulatory standards, organisational goals, and tenant
- [HAIL Mental Health Tenancy Sustainment Worker  & Prison In-Reach Housing Support Worker](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/hail-mental-health-tenancy-sustainment-worker-prison-in-reach-housing-support-worker/) - Mental Health Tenancy Sustainment Worker x 2 (2 year fixed term) This role is to provide Mental Health Tenancy Sustainment Services to our supported HAIL tenants who present with complex mental health diagnosis. Case manage and respond to the changing needs of tenants in partnership with HSE mental health services and HAILs Housing team. Job
- [Co-operative Housing Ireland (CHI)- Neighbourhood Specialist (Kildare & Laois Area) (Housing Officer)](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/neighbourhood-specialist-kildare-laois-area-housing-officer/) - Reporting to: Neighbourhood Delivery Manager Department: Housing Services & Community Engagement Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Hybrid Place of Work: The Red Click Building (The Generali Building), Blanchardstown Retail Park, Dublin 15, D15 YT2H Salary: Approx. DOE €45,000 P/A ABOUT US Co-operative Housing Ireland (CHI) is the national organisation representing, promoting and developing co-operative housing in
- [Co-operative Housing Ireland- Senior Administrator](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/co-operative-housing-ireland-senior-administrator/) - Job Description: Senior Administrator Reporting to: Director of Corporate Services Department: Corporate Services Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time, Hybrid Place of Work: 11/12 Warrington Place Dublin D02 Dublin MORE THAN JUST BRICK & MORTAR Working with CHI is an opportunity to build or progress your career in the not-for-profit sector for an organisation on a mission to lead the development
- [Circle Voluntary Housing - Tenancy Service Officer](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/circle-voluntary-housing-tenancy-service-officer/) - The role: You will be the first point of contact for all matters relating to our tenants and the communities in which they live. You will be responsible for lettings and allocations, engaging and responding to the needs of our tenants. You will work with tenants, internal colleagues and external partners in designing and delivering
- [Focus Ireland - Housing Manager, Property, Dublin](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/focus-ireland-housing-manager-property-dublin/) - Housing Manager, Property, Dublin Location: Dublin Contract: Full-time, Permanent The Purpose of the job is to actas part of the management team, the role of the Housing Manager is to lead and manage a staff team in the provision of the Housing Management and Maintenance service in your area of responsibility What you will do: Manage the
- [Co-operative Housing Ireland (CHI) - Housing Policy Lead](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/co-operative-housing-ireland-chi-housing-policy-lead/) - Job Description: Housing Policy Lead The Position Title Housing Policy Lead Reporting to Director of Corporate Services Place of Work Warrington Place, Dublin 2, Hybrid working Working Hours Full time (35 hours per week) Nature of post Permanent (following 6-month probationary period) Co-operative Housing Ireland Co-operative Housing Ireland
- [North & East Housing Association - New Board Members](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/north-east-housing-association-new-board-members/) - North & East Housing Association is seeking to appoint members to join its Board of Management. North & East exists to provide high quality, secure and affordable housing, appropriate to the needs of families and individuals in the northern and eastern regions of Ireland. We support thriving communities through quality housing and continuing support for
- [Exciting Co-Optee Opportunities with Tuath Housing](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/exciting-co-optee-opportunities-with-tuath-housing/) - Tuath is governed by a Board of Directors with a broad range of business skills and commitment to social outcomes required to run a growing AHB. While the Board has overall responsibility for financial, legal and governance matters relating to the Company, it delegates scrutiny of areas of business to the following Committees: Governance and
- [Uile Housing Seeks Members for Board of Management](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/uile-housing-seeks-members-for-board-of-management/) - Uile Housing is seeking to appoint members to join its Board of Management. We are a new specialist approved housing body (AHB) which is currently being formed as a merger between three existing AHBs, Belmont Park Housing Association (HA), Thomond HA and Upton HA. We will own and manage a number of properties in various
- [Tinteán Housing Association  - Board Member with Financial and Legal Experience](https://icsh.ie/vacancies/tintean-housing-association-board-member-with-financial-and-legal-experience/) - Tinteán Housing Association is based in Waterford City and provides housing with support, as well as a complex service for homeless women. Tinteán Housing Association works with people who are homeless across Waterford City and county. Here in Tinteán we offer individuals and families housing and support to help people to have and keep a

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