Cork council urged to step up affordable housing provision

Just four schemes have been identified county-wide to date, with councillors claiming issues with affordable housing in many areas in Cork

Cork County Council is seeking expressions of interest from developers for turnkey houses, which can be used for those who qualify for affordable housing.

Cork County Council officials have been urged to broaden their plans for affordable housing projects, as just four areas to date have been identified for the schemes, leaving many towns in North, East and West Cork without such developments.

The local authority plans to build 29 affordable houses in Clonakilty, 120 in Kinsale, 107 in Mallow and 69 in Carrigaline.