Fifteen derelict houses in County Roscommon estate to be refurbished

Roscommon County Council has this afternoon announced that contracts have been signed for the refurbishment of 15 derelict houses within the Shannon Valley housing estate in Ballaghaderreen.

The project received Single Stage Approval from the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in February.

The council has appointed TA Group, as the design team for the project, while Future View Developments Ltd, have been awarded the construction contract.

The refurbishment scheme will see 15 long-term vacant and derelict properties comprehensively upgraded and returned to active use as high-quality social housing. “The investment represents a major commitment by Roscommon County Council to addressing housing need while simultaneously tackling vacancy and dereliction within an existing community,” said a council spokesperson.

Shannon Valley is an established residential estate in Ballaghaderreen comprising occupied family homes together with a number of properties that have remained vacant for an extended period of time.

“The refurbishment project forms part of Roscommon County Council's ongoing efforts to regenerate communities, maximise the use of existing housing stock and provide sustainable housing solutions across the county,” added the spokesperson.

The works will include extensive refurbishment and upgrading of the houses to modern standards, delivering safe, comfortable and energy-efficient homes for future tenants. “Upon completion, the project will bring 15 vacant properties back into productive use and make a meaningful contribution to the social housing supply in the Ballaghaderreen area,” said the council.

“In addition to the provision of much-needed housing, the development will enhance the appearance and vitality of the estate, strengthen the existing community and support the long-term regeneration of Shannon Valley as a fully occupied and thriving neighbourhood,” the council concluded.