Council opens social housing development in Athy

KILDARE County Council has officially opened Barrack Close, on Woodstock Street in Athy last week.

The development of five newly built homes, comprises two one-bed single-story properties, two one-bed apartments and one two-bed two-storey home.

It also includes 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, and local representative Cllr 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, and 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, and this development demonstrates the potential of small urban infill sites".