Government Considering Plan To Cut Construction Costs By Over €20,000

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The move would encourage the construction of more affordable homes.

The cost of building a home could drop by over €20,000, under plans being considered by Government.

The coalition is considering abolishing development levies, in a bid to encourage the construction of affordable homes.

The levies are charged at different rates per local authority, and cover footpaths, sewage, water and other essential infrastructure.

Auctioneer with DNG Duncan in Mullingar, Andrew Duncan, says it can add a significant cost to development:

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