A motion making it much more difficult for developers to change the use of student accommodation blocks has been passed by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council.
It comes just days after a protest in Dublin City Centre, where students complained about a lack of available units.
They also voiced their anger at purpose built student blocks being approved for tourist use instead.
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Garden County Housing Figures Buck National Trends
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Outpouring Of Love And Tributes to Musician Glen Hansard
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Wicklow Beaches To Host Kids Sea Safari Workshops In August
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