Major Boost for Killarney with Cronin’s Wood Social Housing Development
On Thursday afternoon, a significant boost for housing in Killarney was confirmed with the announcement that the upcoming Cronin’s Wood development, which has secured planning approval, will be dedicated entirely to meeting social housing needs.
The Department has given the go-ahead for the project, which will consist of 249 homes, to be constructed by Cooperative Housing Ireland. With planning permission in place, the development will roll out in stages between 2025 and 2027.
The 249 homes will include:
- 38 one-bedroom units
- 86 two-bedroom units
- 117 three-bedroom units
- 6 four-bedroom units
- 2 five-bedroom units
All the homes within this project will contribute to the social housing program, with tenants being assigned from the Kerry County Council’s approved housing applicants list.
Cllr Niall Kelleher expressed his support for the initiative, acknowledging its role in addressing Killarney’s housing waiting list. However, he also suggested that a portion of the houses be made available for an affordable housing scheme, as the middle-income group faces challenges both with securing mortgages and not qualifying for social housing.
Cllr Marie Moloney echoed this positive sentiment, calling it a beneficial addition to the town’s social housing efforts, alongside the approval of a minor injuries clinic. Deputy Danny Healy-Rae also highlighted the project’s importance, noting that it will play a vital role in providing housing for approved applicants on Kerry County Council’s list.
Cronin’s Wood is situated on Killarney’s eastern side, near the road from Daly’s Roundabout leading to Spa.
Source: by from Killarney Today Magazine
