There was an annual increase of 44% in the total number of homes that received approval for planning permission in Mayo in 2023.

That’s according to data published by the Central Statistics Office.

494 homes were granted planning permission in 2023 compared to 344 in 2022.

In line with Housing for All priorities to achieve compact and sustainable growth and revitalise urban centres, there was an annual rise of 40% in the number of multi-development houses receiving planning permission in 2023 throughout the country.

Commenting on the figures, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Darragh O’Brien TD, said:

“Today’s positive figures indicate that the pipeline for much needed homes in Mayo and nationally is continuing to strengthen. 

"Planning permissions were strong in 2023 and, in the same year, all our other key housing indicators continued on a positive trajectory."