Dublin City Council has announced the official opening of 71 new homes in Springvale Grove, Chapelizod.
The Lord Mayor of Dublin Daithí de Róiste cut the ribbon on the project today.
The recently completed social housing development consists of 21 one-bedroom homes, 30 two-bedroom homes and 20 three-bedroom homes alongside a scout/community hall.
Designed by Levitt Bernstein Architects, the homes are arranged in six blocks and include landscaped communal amenity spaces.
The buildings range from three to five storeys in height and all homes are dual aspect and are designed and constructed to Near Zero Energy standards.
The development has the benefit of a wonderful location overlooking Phoenix Park to the north, and Chapelizod village and the river Liffey to the south.
Springvale Grove is well-connected to the city centre with bus routes and bicycle paths.
Springvale Grove is part of a bundle of four large residential schemes delivered recently by Dublin City Council using Modern Methods of Construction which utilised a system of factory manufactured light gauge steel panels.
Pictured with Lord Mayor of Dublin Daithi de Roiste are Springvale Grove residents Karen Power and Jennifer Fay.
The delivery of the 71 homes and scout/community hall has been funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage.
Lord Mayor of Dublin, Daithí de Róiste said:“I am proud as the Lord Mayor to be welcoming the residents of Springvale Grove into their new homes in my local area.
“I am delighted to see the new community that is being created here and I wish them enjoyment and happy times in their new homes.
“Springvale Grove is a testament to the partnership between the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and Dublin City Council, where with vision and dedication, a community can thrive and neighbourhoods can flourish.”
Chair of Dublin City Council’s Housing SPC, Cllr. Alison Gilliland added: “I wish everyone in these new homes a very happy and healthy future.
“I have no doubt that they will grow a strong community spirit as they put roots down in this lovely development with its beautifully designed scout/community hall and effective landscaping.
“The new residents will also enjoy so many nearby amenities including great transport connections and the Phoenix Park!
“This is a great example of Dublin City Council delivering high quality social housing in partnership with city professionals!”
Frank d’Arcy, Assistant Chief Executive concluded: “I am very proud of the new homes in Springvale Grove and how this development fits in with its beautiful surroundings of the Phoenix Park and River Liffey.
“The 71 new homes represent a significant step in delivering much needed Housing and shows Dublin City Council’s commitment to using Modern Methods of Construction in our housing build programme.
“The home types are a varied mix of one, two and three bedrooms that cater to differing living requirements and will support a rich and sustainable community.”