Galway County Council, in association with Highgate Properties Limited, has announced the delivery of 106 affordable homes at the Fearann na hEascrach development in Athenry.
The homes, located on the Raheen Road near the town’s train station and local amenities, are being delivered under the Government’s Delivering Homes, Building Communities policy.
The scheme will be completed in three phases. The first phase, now nearing completion, includes 33 homes made up of 32 three-bedroom houses and one four-bedroom unit.
A further 48 homes in the second phase are due in the second quarter of 2027, with 25 more to follow in the third phase in the third quarter of that year.
Applications for the affordable homes will be accepted through an online portal, which will open on Thursday, 21 May at 10am. The application window will remain open until 11 June.
An information evening for interested applicants will take place at the Raheen Woods Hotel on Thursday, 14 May at 7pm.
David Collins, Cathaoirleach of the County of Galway, said it was “a very positive day for the community of Athenry and the surrounding areas.”
“I want to pay tribute to the staff of Galway County Council’s Housing Section for their continued work with councillors to identify housing need, progress projects and support families. That partnership is central to the real progress we are making under Delivering Homes, Building Communities” he said.
Chief Executive of Galway County Council Liam Conneally said the development shows “what can be achieved through strong partnership between local authorities, Government, the construction sector and local communities”.
“I want to acknowledge the ongoing support of the Government and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. That backing has enabled us to deliver significant investment in affordable housing,” he added.
Damien Mitchell, Director of Services with responsibility for Housing, said Galway County Council is “committed to leading housing delivery through a strong programme that meets community needs and supports social and economic progress across the county.”
“These homes form part of our wider commitment to delivering housing that meets the needs of our communities,” he said.
Fergal O’Mahony, CEO of Highgate Properties Limited said he wished to thank Liam Conneally and his team for their leadership and engagement in progressing the development.
“Our financial partners have also played a key role. Their trust, professionalism and continued support have helped turn this vision into reality. I also want to thank the staff and subcontractors across Highgate Group for their ongoing commitment,” he said.
Further information on the Fearann na hEascrach scheme, including the Scheme of Priority, application details and required documentation, is available at www.galway.ie/affordable
