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Cork Chamber Calls for Higher Cost Rental Thresholds in Budget 2027 Following New Survey

Cork Chamber, the voice of business in Cork, has called for a significant expansion of access to Cost Rental housing, including an increase in current income eligibility thresholds in Cork as part of its Budget 2027 priorities. It follows the results of a new survey of Cork Chamber members which highlights the growing impact of housing affordability on recruitment and retention.Key survey findings include: Employers favour increasing household eligibility thresholds, with almost half selecting €75,000