Did you know? You may now be able to add a detached, habitable building of up to 45M² in your garden without needing full planning permission, thanks to upcoming changes to Irish planning regulations (subject to meeting the relevant conditions and exemptions). This initiative is designed to address the housing crisis by allowing for granny flats, guest annexes, or rental units without the current planning permission process. Still to be confirmed, these may also fall under the ‘rent-a-room’ tax relief with a potential to earn up to €14,000 tax free rent per year. As this applies to Yurts from 4M up to 7M diameter with a 2Mx3M connected bathroom, that opens up exciting possibilities for creating a peaceful, functional space right at home. A yurt could be the perfect solution: Home office Yoga or meditation studio Art or music space Guest accommodation (where permitted under the regulations) A relaxing retreat in your own garden Our Yurts combine beautiful natural materials with modern comfort, creating unique spaces that are warm, energy-efficient, and full of character. If you’ve been dreaming about extra space without the cost and disruption of a traditional extension, now could be the perfect time to explore whether a…