Frank Feighan (Sligo-Leitrim, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I will bring to the Minister the Senator's concerns that a density of 35 dwellings per hectare is not conducive to the provision of housing for older persons. We need to provide a greater choice of housing types for older people in their communities. This includes new typologies that tie in with compact growth objectives to address the efficient use of urban land where services and supports are available.

The Senator rightly said that the current density guidelines allow for more flexibility in many circumstances. This has been clarified by the circular. The Minister is advancing updated guidance relating to a broader range of density and housing types. This is one of the many actions arising from Housing for All. As the Senator said, hopefully we can address the housing needs of older people. This can be another key to ensuring we can deliver under Housing for All.