Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 July 2022
608. Deputy Ged Nash asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the estimated cost of increasing the social housing income limits nationally to €45,000 for single income household and €90,000 for double income household; the estimated cost of increasing existing limits by 10% and 25% respectively; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41690/22]
Amharc ar fhreagra764. Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett asked the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage the estimated full-year cost to the Exchequer of increasing income limits for social housing by 20%; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41418/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions No. 608 and 764 together.
The information requested regarding the cost of increases in social housing income eligibility thresholds is not currently available to the Department. The analysis required to determine the impact, financial or otherwise, of stepped increases in the thresholds is not routine. Rather, it is a complex exercise that would require a significant investment of expertise, resources and time perform.
A review of social housing income eligibility has been completed in line with commitments under Housing for All. The review examined, among other things, the income thresholds applicable to local authorities. I am currently considering its findings and will decide on proposed changes and recommendations shortly.
