Dermot Keogh: Building for an ageing population

Demographics reveal the crisis in housing supply could be solved with age-appropriate homes

Homelessnes is a major problem in Ireland Picture:Rollingnews

Ireland’s housing crisis continues to spiral out of control resulting in increased rental/purchase prices as demand for housing continues to soar.

Inflated prices have set off an unprecedented rise in homelessness as families compete for long-term accommodation.

The minimum number of people experiencing homelessness in Ireland is over 5,100 and includes some 1,600 children.

The social housing waiting list exceeds 90,000 dwelling units.

An increase in supply is the only antidote, but the ...