Funding has been approved for nine social homes in Kilmacthomas.

The turnkey units, comprised of seven apartments and two further units acquired via Part V, will be situated at Railway View, Kilmacthomas. Three one-bed apartments and four two-bed apartments will form part of the development. These apartments will be built on the site of a former service station garage and associated ancillary facilities.

Minister of State for Planning & Local Government, John Cummins TD said: “This is great news for Kilmacthomas. I’m delighted to confirm that having worked extensively alongside officials in my Department and Waterford City & County Council, that funding has been approved for these much-needed social homes. I know this news will be welcomed by the entire community in Kilmacthomas and I would like to thank my Fine Gael colleagues, Cllr. Liam Brazil and Cllr. Seanie Power, who have also extensively engaged with me to help bring this project to fruition.”

He added: “Budget 2027 has provided €3billion for social housing delivery across the country, including 12,000 new build social homes. As a Minister in the Department, I am committed to ensuring that those most impacted by the housing crisis are supported directly and effectively. Boosting housing supply isn’t just about quantity – it’s about ensuring every community gets the homes it needs. I know these homes will have a positive impact upon the thriving community in Kilmacthomas, and work will continue between the Department and all relevant stakeholders to provide delivery in all areas of County Waterford.”