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Could co-housing for over-50s ease Ireland's housing crisis?

A new survey has found that more than 90 per cent of over-50s would move from larger family homes...

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06.40 14 Jul 2026


Could co-housing for over-50s ease Ireland's housing crisis?


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06.40 14 Jul 2026


A new survey has found that more than 90 per cent of over-50s would move from larger family homes into a cohousing community if one were available. Cohousing Communities Ireland says a lack of suitable housing is preventing many older people from rightsizing.

Cohousing Communities Ireland Chair and Co-founder, Anne Connolly discuss this issue further with Anton.


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