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Rural Home Building Rules Just Changed | Cork News
The government just unveiled a major overhaul of rural building rules — the biggest change in 20 years — designed to make it easier for young people to stay in their hometowns and build homes on family land. Tired of inconsistent, confusing local regulations that turned homebuilding into a lottery, this new national standard aims to bring fairness and consistency across the board. While Gaeltacht regions add a small caveat requiring residency proof (10 years for non-speakers, 5 for Irish speakers), the overall message is clear: rural communities are being given a lifeline to stay vibrant and…
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