Galway-based Coolsivna Construction has been appointed to deliver 183 affordable and social homes at Mungret, Co Limerick, following a tender process by the Land Development Agency (LDA) and Limerick City and County Council (LCCC).

The construction work programme for the first homes is 30 months.

The first phase includes 14 two-bed, 60 three-bed and 25 four-bed homes, which will be delivered as a mix of detached and semi-detached houses and duplexes.

The project is located on a greenfield site on the grounds of the former Mungret College, where LCCC has secured planning permission for over 250 new homes.

While the LDA is partnering with LCCC to develop 183 of these, the remaining homes, crèche, community spaces and public plaza will be delivered by Clúid, an Approved Housing Body, as part of an integrated scheme for older people.

The site for the new homes is part of the wider Mungret Framework, which aims to unlock land in public and private ownership and allow construction of residential development supported by community and employment uses.

It has the potential to deliver approximately 1,950 new homes, of which the partnership between the LDA and LCCC is an early phase. The Framework has already delivered a new park, playground, schools, a link road and a number of private developer-led housing schemes.

Residents of the new homes will have easy access to excellent transport links into Limerick city centre, which is just fifteen minutes away by car and 25 minutes by bike. The site is also located near to Raheen Business Park, where a number of major employers are based.

Mungret Park View is one of a number of projects that the LDA is undertaking in Limerick. The Agency has already delivered 81 cost rental homes at The Mills in Castletroy and received planning permission in December 2025 for 284 cost rental and social homes at The Lightworks site on Dock Road in Limerick City. The LDA is also working with LCCC to advance plans for over 230 new homes and amenities at Carey’s road.

Recently, LCCC, supported by the LDA, received a positive decision on a Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund application for Mungret. The funds approved by the Housing Activation Office will directly and indirectly unlock over 2,000 homes in the area through active travel links and other public infrastructure.

James Browne, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage added:  “Being on the ground here in Limerick to see first-hand the progress being made in delivering much-needed homes is very positive. This development demonstrates the State’s central role in directly delivering new homes at pace and at scale.

“Through the partnership between the Land Development Agency and Limerick City and County Council, we are unlocking public land to provide affordable and social housing, supported by essential infrastructure and community amenities. This is one of several major housing projects now progressing across Limerick, reflecting the State’s unprecedented level of investment in counties like Limerick to accelerate delivery and build sustainable communities.

“At the same time, we are seeing record numbers of Cost Rental and Affordable Purchase Scheme properties being delivered, ensuring more people have access to secure, affordable housing options. Collectively, these efforts show how coordinated public investment is transforming housing delivery at a regional level.”

John Coleman, Chief Executive of the LDA, said: “The start of construction at Mungret Park View is an exciting milestone for the LDA’s activity in Limerick. We are excited to be partnering with Limerick City and County Council on this important project, which will deliver much-needed affordable homes in a great location. The LDA is increasingly partnering with city and county councils on new housing projects, using our expertise, know-how and resources to advance developments on land owned by the local authorities.”

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