By Dan Walsh
The Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, today announced funding for key infrastructure projects under the Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund (HIIF) Call 1.
Five major infrastructure projects across Wexford are to receive funding under the HIIF. The purpose of the HIIF is to support direct investment in infrastructure required to unlock the development of housing in towns and cities nationwide.
Wexford County Council welcomes confirmation of the funding for projects under the HIIF, a significant investment that will help unlock the delivery of new housing and support sustainable development across the county.
The breakdown of the funding that will be used to deliver critical infrastructure works are as follows:
Turret Rocks, Enniscorthy – link road from Esmonde Road to Spring Valley Junction, including junction and drainage works. Indicative costs band <€10 million.
Milehouse to Moyne, Enniscorthy – link road from Milehouse to Quarry Park and upgrade of pedestrian linkage in Greenville and Cherryorchard/Caim. Indicative costs band > €20 million.
Ballynagee, Wexford Town – Link Road from Ballynagee/Scholars Way roundabout and extending north to Starvehall, Whiterock Hill. Indicative cost band <€10 million.
St. Waleran’s Strategic Transport Link, Gorey – Link Road through St. Waleran’s to include a combined rail and road overbridge and new junction. Indicative costs band €10-20 million.
Ballytegan, Gorey – Footpath works at Arklow Road Junction to St. Walerans and St. Walerans to The Rock GAA entrance. Indicative cost band <€10 million.
These essential enabling works are expected to directly fast-track the development of approximately 5,300 new homes and support the continued growth of the areas. These works are also expected to indirectly facilitate the development of a further 5,900 units approximately supporting over 11,000 homes.
Chief Executive of Wexford County Council, Eddie Taaffe said; “This funding represents a major investment in the future of our county. By delivering the infrastructure needed to support new housing developments, Wexford County Council can help meet growing demand for homes while creating vibrant and sustainable communities for current and future residents”.
Cathaoirleach of Wexford County Council, Cllr. Joe Sullivan added; “The Housing Infrastructure Investment Fund plays a vital role in addressing infrastructure constraints that can delay housing delivery. This investment will enable the Council to progress key infrastructure projects that will unlock housing opportunities and support sustainable development”.
The projects align with Wexford County Council’s strategic objectives to increase housing supply, promote sustainable growth, and enhance the quality of life for residents. The infrastructure works will also provide wider benefits for the local community, including increased connectivity, enhanced public services and increased capacity to support future development.
Wexford County Council will now progress the detailed delivery phases of the projects through its new Housing Infrastructure Working Group which is a cross departmental team to accelerate delivery.
Wexford County Council acknowledges the support of Minister James Browne the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and the Housing Activation Office in securing this investment.
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