Housing & Planning

Housing remains the foremost challenge identified by AmCham members with regard to maintaining Ireland’s attractiveness as a location for investment and growth. In a recent AmCham survey, 98% of members stated that the availability of residential accommodation is challenging for staff in their business operations in Ireland. Delivering for the housing needs of talent is crucial in ensuring Ireland remains an attractive location for business, as where talent wishes to live is a key driver in attracting investment and supporting business expansion.

Central to the timely progression of all critical infrastructure projects will be reform of the planning system. AmCham acknowledges the work undertaken within the Planning and Development Bill 2023 which aims to address some of the key challenges existing within the Irish planning system. However, increased action is necessary to deliver a planning system which can provide the necessary capacity for Ireland’s future growth.