Local authorities (otherwise known as city or county council’s) in Ireland are the main providers of social housing support for people who cannot afford their own accommodation.

IPAS provides accommodation to people who have applied for international protection.

The Residential Tenancies Board was set up under the Residential Tenancies Act 2004 to regulate the private rented sector.
The RTB's main functions are to:

The Probation Service provides assistance to offenders under probation supervision to identify needs and access services, including accommodation.

Tusla - Child and Family Agency has responsibility under the Child Care Act 1991 for providing accommodation for people under the age of 18 who are homeless or in need of care.