Cunningham has announced the award of two significant contracts by Louth County Council for the construction of social housing developments.

The first project, located in Greenhills, Drogheda, involves the construction of 46 sheltered accommodation houses. This development will comprise 45 single-storey two-bedroom homes and one single-storey five-bedroom community house. Situated at Newtown Link Road, Greenhills, the project will be completed using timber frame construction.  The scope of works will include the development of new roads, parking spaces, landscaping, and essential infrastructure such as underground sewers and watermains. Additionally, sustainable technologies including air source heat pumps and photovoltaic panels will be incorporated into the design to ensure energy efficiency.

The second project, located in Mullavally, Louth Village, will comprise of 58 new social housing units. The development will feature a mix of single-storey and two-storey homes, including 8 two-bed single-storey houses, 20 two-bed two-storey houses, 24 three-bed two-storey houses, and 5 four-bed two-storey homes, along with one five-bed single-storey home which can accommodate a carer. This project will be constructed using the same modern timber-framed techniques and will include essential amenities such as new cycleways, footpaths, and public lighting. As part of the project, a new entrance to the site will be constructed along the R171, and over 100 parking spaces will be constructed.

Lisa Murtagh, Chief Operating Officer, Cunningham commented: “We are delighted to deliver these projects on behalf of Louth County Council, knowing they’ll have a real positive impact on local families. At Cunningham, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and sustainability while leveraging the latest construction methods. We look forward to contributing to the community by delivering high-quality homes that will have a lasting, positive impact.”

Cunningham will be responsible for the full scope of works, including site preparation, the installation of utilities, hard and soft landscaping, and all associated works.

Pictured above: David Conway CE of Louth County Council (LCC), Kevin Callan Cathaoirleach of LCC, Lisa Murtagh COO of Cunningham and Ger Murphy of LCC.

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