May's figures show a fall of just under 1,300.
There has been a drop of over 93% in the number of commencement notices in the midlands for last month.
Construction began on 88 homes in the region in May, with the highest being in Laois at 43, followed by Westmeath at 37 and Offaly at 8.
The month prior saw 1,387 commencements in the midlands, marking a fall of 1,299 on May's figures.
Nationally, construction has started on more than 32,000 homes in the first five months of this year.
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Two people died in the collision.
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Newstalk, Today FM and RTÉ were sent the false alerts by email yesterday.
Almost €446,000 Allocated To Midlands Community Centres And Clubhouses
Ballinahown Community Hall received the highest amount in Westmeath.
Two People Killed In Offaly Following Fatal Crash
One person has been killed in the collision.
Midlands Family Takes On Ireland’s Fittest Family Challenge
The series continues this weekend.
5K Fundraiser To Support Motor Neurone Disease Association Takes Place In Westmeath
The event is taking place tomorrow.
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