The government has announced a major new rural regeneration fund - to target dereliction in landmark buildings.
€115m will go towards transforming old courthouses, schools and churches in 23 counties into modern community hubs.
It'll also see the development of more town parks and outdoor dining areas.
Rural and Community Development Minister, Heather Humphreys says she's anxious to address dereliction in rural towns.
"We all know old buildings in our local towns, and they've been laying vacant for far too long.
"They could be old courthouses or churches, and some have historical significance and heritage value.
"They're iconic buildings in our town centres, and I don't want to see them lying idle."
