⁣ ‌ Cork County is on⁤ track to ‍deliver⁤ 1,200 new social houses in 2025, according to recent statements from⁣ government⁤ officials. This represents a significant contribution to addressing housing needs in the region. Almost 2,100 units are currently in ‌the⁢ pipeline‍ across Cork⁤ city and county combined.
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Delivery Rate Commended

‌ ⁢ Speaking on the matter, Minister of State at the Department of Housing, ​Local Government ‌and Heritage, kieran O’Sullivan, praised the delivery rate in Cork County. He suggested that if other local authorities could match‍ Cork County’s pace,the overall rate of social and affordable housing delivery across ⁢Ireland​ would ⁢improve significantly. ⁣ O’Sullivan specifically​ commended the ⁤work of local councillors and the Cork County local authority.

⁣ “If all local authorities‍ were able to match the rate of delivery of cork county, then the rate of delivery of social housing and affordable housing, right across the board, would be much stronger,” O’sullivan stated.

Project Updates: Northwest Cork and Beyond

​ In Cork North West, the constituency of Deputy Michael O’Shea, 16 units at An Clós in Macroom are⁢ nearing completion. Construction is also underway on several other projects:
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• Percival St and ‍market Pl, Kanturk: 6 units (builders on site)
• Mill Rd, Kanturk: 2⁤ units (builders⁣ on site)
• Sullane Yard, Macroom: ⁣23 units (work progressing)
• Kilmallock Rd, Charleville:⁢ 48 units ‍(work ​progressing)

Continued Effort Needed

Despite the positive progress, officials ⁣emphasize ‍that⁤ more work remains to be done. ‌ O’Sullivan acknowledged that many individuals in Cork County still ‌require access to social housing. The focus remains on accelerating delivery and addressing the ongoing housing crisis.
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