Contracts signed for multi-million euro social housing development in Waterford town

Contracts for the construction of the Shandon housing development in County Waterford have been officially signed.

Waterford City and County Council has awarded the construction contract for the Shandon housing development in Dungarvan to Nevin Construction of Maritana Gate, Waterford.

The project is being delivered under the Government’s ‘Housing for All – a New Housing Plan for Ireland‘ and the contracts were signed under the Accelerated Delivery Programme

Under the Housing for All initiative, Waterford City and County Council has unveiled plans for new social housing units at various locations throughout the city and county, including Ballygunner, Green Road and Ballynaneashagh in Waterford City, Mary Street in Dungarvan, Cappoquin, Crobally Upper in Tramore, and Fountain Street in Ferrybank.

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The project consists of the construction of 38 residential units, comprising 22 two-and three-bed houses and 16 one-and two bed apartments along with a community facility.

The works will include parking and amenity areas, boundary treatments, landscaping and all associated site works.

This new development aims to consolidate existing residential areas close to Dungarvan town, and support local schools, amenities, and commercial uses in the general Shandon area.

Speaking on the significance of the day for Dungarvan, Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. Jason Murphy said: “This investment in Shandon and by extension Dungarvan is to be welcomed. The delivery of social housing is a cornerstone of Waterford City and County Council’s housing policy.

"These energy efficient, modern homes will mark the start of a new chapter for so many young families and will bring additional vibrancy to the area.”

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Sean McKeown, Chief Executive of Waterford City and County Council said: “The delivery of projects such as the Shandon housing project is part of the Council’s strategy to further develop the pipeline of social housing across the city and county, in collaboration with our housing, planning and property management sections, and in tandem with government support agencies and stakeholders.”