A major new social housing development in Louth Village will be open to applicants later this month, with the first of 58 new homes expected to be allocated before the end of the year.
Louth County Council members and officials visited the council’s new An Mullach development on Wednesday, September 2, to view progress on the scheme, which will provide housing for individuals and families across mid-Louth.
The scheme is among 526 new social homes set to be delivered in Louth by the end of 2026. It will feature a mix of two-bedroom, three-bedroom and four-bedroom homes, along with a dedicated five-bedroom supported living house that will be managed by St John of God.
Work began on the development in December 2024 and it is expected to be handed over to Louth County Council in October 2026. The first homes will be advertised through the Council’s Choice Based Lettings (CBL) system from mid-September, with allocations and move-ins expected before the end of the year.
An Mullach is being delivered directly by Louth County Council under its Accelerated Delivery Programme (ADP) for social housing projects. The programme supports the delivery of high-quality homes and sustainable communities using accelerated construction methods and technologies. The scheme is funded by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage through the Social Housing Capital Investment Programme (SHCIP).
Cathaoirleach of Louth County Council, Cllr Dolores Minogue, said: “Every new social home delivered makes a real difference to people and families across our county. An Mullach is another example of the progress being made as we continue to increase housing supply. While more work remains, it is encouraging to see high-quality homes being delivered at pace.”
Cathaoirleach of Municipal District of Ardee, Cllr Jim Tenanty, added: “Louth Village is a great place to live, work and raise a family, with a strong sense of community and local pride. Developments like An Mullach help people put down roots and build their futures in an area where they can feel connected and supported. I look forward to seeing these homes completed and allocated, and to seeing the residents of An Mullach become an active part of community life here in Louth Village.”
Director of Services with Louth County Council, Ger Murphy, said the scheme will provide new housing opportunities for households on the Council’s housing list.
“These homes will be ready for allocation before the end of the year. The first properties will be advertised through Choice Based Lettings from mid-September. The system allows eligible applicants to view available properties online and express an interest in homes that meet their needs, giving them greater choice in where they live.”
Lisa Murtagh of Cunningham said: “Cunningham is delighted to be working with Louth County Council on the delivery of this important housing development. Our focus throughout has been on delivering high-quality, energy-efficient homes, built to a standard that will serve local families and the wider community for many years to come. We look forward to seeing the development through to completion and handing over these new homes in the coming weeks.”
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