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How many Help to Buy claims were approved for self-builds in 2025 Why Revenue can’t calculate a self-build success or rejection rate When Revenue records whether an application relates to a self-build Why some Help to Buy applications never progress to a claimMore than one in six successful Help to Buy (HTB) claims...
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Why Ireland leads the way in passive house Key takeaways about humidity control and health Key findings around affordability and actual performance Tackling overheating Embodied carbon measures How passive house compares to building regsOne of the most striking figures discussed at the Passive House conference in Essen ...
Whether you are designing a bathroom for a new build, renovating an existing space or adding an ensuite, here are the bathroom design mistakes to avoid.
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Bathroom layout planning Choosing the right fittings Storage and ventilation Lighting and electrics Waterproofing and drainage Wet room design ...The internationally acclaimed Ice Box Challenge is taking place in Ireland for the first time this summer, with the big
reveal in September, offering a powerful demonstration of the benefits of energy efficient building design.
Hosted at Trinity College Dublin as part of the lead-up to ZEB Summit 2026, the initiative is being delivered in collaboration
wi...
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Grants for home renovations in County Westmeath Grants for vacant and derelict homes Grants for older people and people with disabilities Energy efficiency grants Water, septic tank and lead pipe grants Funding for protected and historic buildings Electric vehicle home charger grants Grants for self-builds Grants for ...