Nationally, that figure reaches more than 33,000.
More than 1,900 dwellings in the midlands have seen works started in the first half of this year.
The highest number is in Westmeath at 820 so far in 2024, followed by Laois with just under 800, and in Offaly over 300 homes have begun works.
In June, just under 30 commencement notices were given in the region.
Nationally, 33,784 home have commenced which is more than double when compared to the same period last year.
Ploughing Live 2026: "A National Event Of Great Significance" - Taoiseach
The National Ploughing Championships kick off today amid sunny spells and scattered showers.
HSE Warning People Over Busy Midlands Emergency Department
The ED at the Regional Hospital in Mullingar is seeing a high number of admissions at the moment.
Taoiseach Pays Tribute To Ploughing Organisers on 95th Anniversary
Micheal Martin says it's an event "of great significance."
Murdered Westmeath Faithful Opens Up on Exhausting Game
Donal is the latest faithful to be banished from the Castle.
Garda Commissioner Confirms New Trans-National Crime Targets
Commissioner Justin Kelly says Gardaí are still working on a number of other targets.
Garda Management To Answer Questions Over Pursuit Training
Five teenagers were killed after a wrongway collission on the M9 near Athy.
Midlands TDs Named Among Largest Farmland Owners In Leinster House
Government TDs Peter Burke and Willie Aird are the top 10 when it comes to landholdings.
Laois Councillor Urges Safety Over Rise In Door To Door Scams
Councillor Conor Bergin is making the call after the LCSP's first public meeting.
