Deputy Carthy said the housing crisis has seeped into every corner of this state.

The sites are sold in towns and villages at reduced prices of up to €30,000 below the market value.

The approved plans allow for a mix of 2, 3 and 4 bed homes.

County planners also gave the go-ahead for the provision of a two storey creche.

Lyncon Properties Ltd want to build 40 new homes to form part of the town's 'Sliabh Rosann' housing development.

Cavan County Council approved the plans subject to 43 conditions.

There have been 9,117 burglary incidents nationally during the same period with a 8% decrease on a national level.

Adjustments has been made to the eligibility criteria for the Incremental Tenant Purchase Scheme.