Selling or leasing property to a local authority

Selling to the local authority

Acquisition

If you are selling a property that is suitable for social housing and is in an area in need of social housing, the local authority may purchase it from you. If you are interested in selling your property to the local authority, contact the acquisitions section of the housing department in your local authority. 

Buy and Renew Scheme 

Local authorities can also purchase empty residential properties that are in need of repair under the Buy and Renew scheme and undertake the repairs after purchase. This scheme applies to properties that have been long-term vacant or are derelict.

Find out more at Gov.ie/Vacancy

Leasing to the local authority 

Local authorities can make arrangements to lease properties on a long-term basis for use as social housing. This may involve leasing multiple units or individual properties. 

Leasing property to a local authority has many benefits including guaranteed income. 

Repair and leasing

Funding is available to local authorities to lease vacant properties that are in need of repair and to bring them up to standard before use. 

If the property is suitable for social housing, local authorities can pay up-front for repairs when the owner agrees to lease it to the local authority for between 5 and 25 years. The cost of the repairs is offset against the agreed lease rental payment until the value of the works is repaid. 

Find out more at Gov.ie/Vacancy