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.

Home Pods Ireland: Compact, Luxury, Self-Contained Living

What Is a Home Pod in Ireland?

A home pod is a compact, fully self-contained living unit — bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living space in one beautifully designed module. Home pods in Ireland from New Chapter Homes are factory-built, delivered complete and installed in days. They're the modern alternative to an extension, a granny flat or a holiday cabin.

What sets a pod apart from a garden room is completeness. A garden room is a room; a pod is a home. It has its own bathroom, its own kitchen, its own heating — everything needed to live in it independently. That's why pods suit such a wide range of uses: they're genuinely self-sufficient units, not just extra floor area.

What Can a Home Pod Be Used For?

Guest suite — a boutique-style bedroom for visitors or adult children.
Rental income — an Airbnb pod generating passive income.
Holiday home — a lakeside or coastal retreat pod.
Granny flat — independent living for a relative.
Home office or studio — a quiet, dedicated workspace.

Which New Chapter Homes Models Are Home Pods?

Our Chapter Two and Chapter Three ranges are the quintessential home pods — fully fitted capsules with panoramic glass, a central bathroom core, and a complete kitchen-lounge. The Chapter One even offers a 360° virtual tour so you can walk through before you buy.

The design philosophy behind a pod is efficiency of space. Every square metre earns its place — the bathroom core sits centrally, the kitchen folds compactly against one wall, glazing does the work that solid walls can't by making the space feel larger than its footprint. Done well, a 38m² pod feels more generous than a 60m² flat plan; that's the art of it.

Do Home Pods Need Planning Permission in Ireland?

Small home pods used as ancillary accommodation (up to 25m²) are often exempt. A pod used as a separate, self-contained dwelling needs full planning. We'll assess your intended use and advise.

The key, as always, is use. A pod used as a guest suite or home office ancillary to the main house is treated very differently from a pod let as a standalone Airbnb rental. We help you position the use correctly at the planning stage.

How Much Does a Home Pod Cost in Ireland?

Home pods are one of the most affordable ways to add a fully fitted living space to your property. Pricing depends on model, spec and site. We provide fixed quotes after a free site assessment.

Are Home Pods Energy Efficient?

Yes — all New Chapter Homes pods are A2 BER rated, with high-performance insulation and double glazing, so they're cheap to run and comfortable year-round.

For a small, well-insulated space, heating costs are remarkably low. A pod is a small thermal envelope with excellent insulation, which means it warms fast and holds heat well — a contrast with older Irish houses where a large proportion of heat disappears through the walls.

Explore Our Home Pods

Browse the Chapter Two and Chapter Three ranges on our homepage, then book a free consultation to design your home pod.

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