Decision taken on new social housing scheme in Limerick

A DECISION has been made on a new social housing project in the heart of Limerick city.

Development firm Whitebox and approved housing body Cluid have teamed up to deliver the scheme at a vacant patch of land at Speaker's Corner near the People's Park.

This will be home to 36 council houses over five floors.

Many of these will be aimed at people who would fall above the income threshold to qualify for public housing – but are not able to get a mortgage.

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Eleven one-bed and 25 two-bed apartments, alongside bin storage, bicycle storage and a private garden area for residents is planned at the area described as a "brownfield infill site" by council staff.

It’s anticipated construction will take place over 17 months, with the first tenants due in by 2025.

At this month's council meeting, Fianna Fail member Catherine Slattery formally proposed the project, with Independent Frankie Daly seconding.

Fine Gael councillor Sarah Kiely admitted she is concerned at the fact no tenant in the complex will be allowed to apply for city centre parking permits.

It's previously been stated that due to the availability of buses in the vicinity, and its proximity to the central business area, there is no need for any tenant to have a car.