What are the income limits?

Your household's income after tax can't be more than €66,000 a year in the 4 Dublin council areas, or €59,000 anywhere else.

It covers the cost of building and running the homes, with no profit, so it's at least 25% below local market rents. It rises only with inflation.

What if I earn more later?

You can stay. The income limit only applies when you apply.

Council and social housing

Can I get cost rental?

Whether your household can apply for a cost rental home, and the most rent that counts as affordable for you.

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Common questions

What are the income limits?: Your household's income after tax can't be more than €66,000 a year in the 4 Dublin council areas, or €59,000 anywhere else.
How is the rent set?: It covers the cost of building and running the homes, with no profit, so it's at least 25% below local market rents. It rises only with inflation.
What if I earn more later?: You can stay. The income limit only applies when you apply.

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