Sinn Féin Councillor for Lucan-Palmerstown-Balgaddy and North Clondalkin, Derren Ó Bradaigh, has welcomed the progress underway that will see the delivery of “long-awaited” social housing and a new community centre in Balgaddy.
“Whilst early ground works commenced in January of this year, on site work is now steadily progressing with actual construction soon to begin and ahead of next week’s sod turning ceremony,” Ó Bradaigh said.
“The project will deliver 69 units, comprising of a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom properties.
“The housing crisis is particularly acute in Dublin Mid-West and these council-built properties will provide desperately needed homes for some families.
“With the contractor already on site and the construction period approximately 20 months in total, the completion date is expected for August 2024.
“The development will include a badly needed community centre, long sought after by local people and resident groups working and advocating on the needs for greater amenities in the area.”
Ó Bradaigh said that “as with the development of any new community facility, it is essential that the council community team engage with residents and community groups to undertake local consultation and to provide a full analysis of community needs in advance of facility usage planning.
“It is expected that consultation will take place in advance of, and during the early construction of the community centre.”