Government announces three new housing measures in effort to boost supply

The video discusses a housing package approved by the Cabinet aimed at accelerating housing implementation in Ireland. It highlights the government's commitment to reducing construction costs, renovating derelict properties, and financing affordable rental apartments. The package is expected to increase the number of homes built, with targets set for 2023 and 2024. The government acknowledges the housing crisis and is taking comprehensive actions to ensure housing for all.

What is the primary goal of the housing package approved by the Cabinet?

• To increase taxes on housing

• To accelerate the implementation of housing

• To reduce the number of new homes

• To focus solely on urban housing

Which of the following is NOT one of the three main strategies to address the housing crisis?

• Activating unutilized planning permissions

• Government financing for luxury apartments

• Increasing renovation pace of derelict properties

• Reducing construction costs

What is the government's target for new home building this year?

• 30,000 new homes

• 15,000 new homes

• 20,900 new homes

• 25,000 new homes

How does the government plan to make better use of existing housing stock?

• By increasing property taxes

• By encouraging young couples to take on vacant or derelict properties

• By converting commercial spaces into homes

• By demolishing old buildings

What is the ultimate aim of the government's housing actions?

• To increase the number of luxury homes

• To make Ireland a country with housing for all

• To reduce the population density

• To focus on urban development only