How much does a modular home cost in Ireland?

Modular homes in Ireland from New Chapter Homes start from approximately €45,000 depending on the model and specification. Our Chapter One, Two and Three series offer different sizes and finishes to suit a range of budgets.

Do modular homes in Ireland need planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain developments may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to build a modular home?

Modular homes from New Chapter Homes are typically manufactured within 8–12 weeks (indicative) and installed on site within a few days, depending on groundworks, site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do you supply garden rooms in Kildare?

Yes, New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, Co. Kildare and supplies garden rooms, garden studios and modular buildings across Kildare and nationwide.

Can I finance a modular home in Ireland?

Indicative finance options may be available from €200 per week (subject to status and lender approval) through our finance partners, with deposits from 10% and indicative approval timelines of 48–72 hours. Self-employed applicants are welcome. First-time buyers may also qualify for the Help-to-Buy grant (subject to scheme eligibility). Indicative prices cover the turnkey building, delivery and installation; site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

What is the difference between a modular home and a prefab home in Ireland?

Modular homes and prefab homes are often used interchangeably in Ireland. Both are built in a factory and transported to site. New Chapter modular homes are fully fitted — including kitchen, bathroom, plumbing, and electrical fit-out — and are built to the same building regulations (BCAR, Part L, Part B) as traditional homes, with an A-rated BER certificate.

Are modular homes energy efficient in Ireland?

New Chapter modular homes are designed for A-rated BER performance, with premium insulation, heat pump heating, and airtight construction. Actual BER performance depends on final specification and is confirmed on completion. Actual energy savings depend on usage, specification and the property being compared.

Can I put a modular home in my garden in Ireland?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain smaller garden structures may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to install a modular home in Ireland?

A New Chapter modular home is typically manufactured in our factory in approximately 8–12 weeks (indicative), then installed on your site within 1–2 days using a crane. The total timeline from order to handover is typically 10–16 weeks (indicative), depending on site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do Irish banks give mortgages on modular homes?

Modular homes built to building regulations and appropriately certified may be mortgageable, subject to individual lender criteria. We can advise on what lenders typically require and introduce you to finance partners. Indicative finance options may also be available from €200/week (subject to status and lender approval).

Do you build modular homes in Kildare?

Yes. New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, County Kildare, and builds luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across all of Kildare — including Naas, Newbridge, Kildare Town, Maynooth, Athy, Leixlip, Celbridge, Kilcock, Kilcullen, Johnstown, Sallins, Clane and everywhere in between. Our display village in Johnstown, Naas is coming soon — register your interest to be notified when it opens.

Do you build modular homes in Dublin?

Yes. New Chapter Homes designs, manufactures and installs luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across Dublin city and county — including Rathcoole, Clondalkin, Tallaght, Lucan, Blanchardstown, Swords, Malahide, Howth, Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Castleknock, Clontarf and every area in between. A-rated, fully fitted homes from €45,000 (€200/week), installed in 6–10 weeks.

How much does a modular home cost in Kildare or Dublin?

Modular homes in Kildare and Dublin start from €45,000 for our Chapter Three compact home, with our two-bedroom Chapter One from €80,000 and bespoke family homes from €220,000. Indicative prices cover the fully fitted interior, delivery, installation, and certification. Indicative finance options may be available from €200/week (subject to status). Foundations, groundworks, service connections and other site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

Can I get a garden room in Kildare or Dublin without planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. Certain garden rooms and smaller modular units may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional. New Chapter Homes can advise on your specific site in Kildare or Dublin — contact us for a free assessment.

Garden Kitchen Pods Dublin: Cost, Installation & What's Included

Garden Kitchen Pods in Dublin — What to Expect

Garden kitchen pods are the fastest-growing outdoor living upgrade in Dublin, and it is easy to see why. A single, weatherproof unit delivers a complete outdoor kitchen — cooking, refrigeration, sink, storage and entertainment — installed in a day and built to last for decades.

Here is what Dublin homeowners need to know about cost, installation and what is included.

What Is Included in a Dublin Garden Kitchen Pod

Every New Chapter garden kitchen pod is a complete, turnkey outdoor kitchen. A typical pod includes:

Stainless steel or aluminium cabinetry — built to last 50 years
Built-in gas BBQ grill — 30- to 36-inch depending on tier
Outdoor refrigerator — 21- to 24-inch, glass or stainless steel doors
Stainless steel sink and pull-out faucet
Blum-imported drawer systems — smooth, soft-close, durable
COB waterproof LED lighting — top, inner-top, side and toe-kick strips
RGB accent lighting — adjustable colour with remote control
Electric-control pod gate — opens and closes at the touch of a remote

Higher tiers add range hoods, LCD TVs, Bluetooth audio, electric lift spice cabinets and sintered stone countertops.

Garden Kitchen Pod Cost in Dublin

Pod pricing in Dublin scales by tier, with final cost depending on appliance selection, finishes and customisation:

Mini Pod — Compact Dublin Gardens

The entry tier, designed for smaller Dublin gardens and city courtyards. A complete outdoor kitchen in a compact footprint — grill, fridge, sink, drawers and full LED lighting.

Plus Pod — Medium Dublin Gardens

The mid-tier, adding a second cooking zone and full entertainment features — range hood, LCD TV and Bluetooth audio. The most popular configuration for Dublin families who entertain regularly.

Max Pod — Large Dublin Gardens

The premium tier — a 36-inch grill, 24-inch fridge, electric lift spice cabinet, 42-inch TV and premium audio. The centrepiece of a large Dublin garden's outdoor living space.

At New Chapter Homes we provide fixed, itemised quotes after a free site survey, so you know exactly what your chosen pod will cost. New Chapter Homes does not provide lending — customers should speak directly with a lender or independent financial adviser about finance.

Installation in Dublin

A standard garden kitchen pod installation in Dublin is typically completed in a single day. Our team:

Prepares the site and base
Delivers the manufactured pod
Installs the unit and connects all services — gas, water, electricity and waste
Tests every appliance and leaves you with a fully operational kitchen

Because the pod is factory-built, on-site disruption in your Dublin garden is minimal — no weeks of building work, no trades coming and going.

Do You Need Planning Permission in Dublin?

In most cases, no. A garden kitchen pod is typically classed as a garden structure and falls within the planning exemption rules, provided it stays within the height and floor area limits for exempt development. We confirm your specific situation during the free site survey and can advise on any Dublin City Council or Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown requirements.

Why Dublin Homeowners Choose New Chapter

Turnkey delivery — design, manufacture, installation and service connections by one team
Built for Dublin's coast — marine-grade options for salt-air exposure
Fixed-price quotes — no surprises after the site survey
Flexible finance — payment plans to suit your budget
Nationwide backing — the same team behind Ireland's modular homes and garden rooms

Book a Free Site Survey in Dublin

The most accurate way to budget a garden kitchen pod is a tailored quote. Book a free site survey anywhere in Dublin and New Chapter Homes will design a bespoke pod — and give you a fixed price — for your garden.

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