The cost of rent is set to be tied to the rate of inflation for 4 years.
The government is planning to tie rents to the rate of inflation to provide certainty to tenants who have seen rents spiral out of control.
It's hoped the plan will also stop families from becoming homless suddenly because they can't afford the rent.
The Environment Minister is also considering fast-tracking the purchase of pre-fabs for families who have been left homeless.
It comes as a value for money review of all housing groups has been ordered by Alan Kelly to make sure theres no overlap of services and to provide the best value for money.
Meanwhile the Simon Communities are highlighting the "hidden homeless", people who are squatting or staying on friend's couches.
Latest figures put the number of people living in emergency accommodation at nearly 5 thousand, including more than a thousand children.
The group is holding a conference today aimed at finding solutions.
Simon spokesperson Niamh Randall says these people are in need of urgent help:
