Work began on nearly 300 homes in the midlands in May.
Construction began on nearly 300 homes in the midlands last month.
Figures from the Department of Housing show 291 commencement notices were issued in the region in May, an increase of over 100 compared to April's figures.
Work began on 188 residential units in Laois last month, the fourth highest figure in the country.
That's followed by 92 in Westmeath, and just 11 in Offaly.
Nationally, over 3,000 commencement notices for residential units were issued in May.
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