Council opens new homes in South Kildare
New development is in Barrack Close, Woodstock Street, Athy
Kildare County Council has officialy opened new homes in Barrack Close, Woodstock Street, Athy, Co Kildare.
The development of 5 newly built homes, comprises two one-bed single-story properties, two one-bed apartments and one two-bed two-storey home.
It also included the refurbishment of Glandore House, upgrading it from four-bedroom to a five-bedroom house alongside upgrades to the pedestrian access route, enhancing connectivity between Woodstock Street and the Castle Park Housing Estate.
Speaking at the event to mark the opening, Leas Cathaoirleach of the County of Kildare, Councillor Veralouise Behan said: “Today is a positive step forward for Athy.
“Barrack Close demonstrates how smaller developments can help meet housing need and provide high-quality homes. It reflects our continued focus on delivering sustainable housing within existing communities.”
Annette Aspell, Deputy Chief Executive, Kildare County Council said: “Kildare County Council continues to focus on the provision of high-quality social housing. Barrack Close demonstrates how combining new builds along with refurbishment can maximise the potential of a site.
“It highlights our commitment to enhancing housing supply across the county.”
This development demonstrates the potential of small urban infill sites to deliver high‑quality housing in an established urban setting whilst the refurbishment of Glandore House showcases the value of reusing and upgrading existing housing stock to deliver high‑quality, sustainable homes.
The project was delivered by Kildare County Council in partnership with Vincent Hannon Architects, Suirside Construction Ltd. and other specialist design and engineering teams.