A proposal to grant planning exemptions for modular homes of up to 45sq.m in back gardens has been brought to the Cabinet.

The Government has defended its decision to exempt modular homes in back gardens from planning permission in the face of a ...

Declan Murtagh, the chief executive of Framespace Solutions, which manufactures a range of modular buildings, is keen to ...

Social Democrats leader Holly Cairns has warned Government it risks throwing renters "to the wolves" due to its modular homes ...

Homeowners could earn €14,000 tax-free by renting out modular units in their back gardens. The Sunday Independent reports the Government is considering the measure, as it moves to relax planning laws.

Move comes amid a warning that the measure could lead to a proliferation of 'poor quality, very expensive' rental units ...