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KCC says cultural shift needed in relation to reducing housing list

Nov 22, 2021 08:56 By radiokerrynews
KCC says cultural shift needed in relation to reducing housing list
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Kerry County Council says there will need to be a cultural shift in relation to reducing social housing lists.

Director of Services Martin O'Donoghue made the claim while addressing councillors at the recent Castleisland-Corca Dhuibhne Municipal District meeting.

Martin O'Donoghue spoke to councillors about the social housing waiting lists in the county.

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Within the Castleisland-Corca Dhuibhne MD, there are currently over 900 applicants seeking a home, although there could be some duplication.

He noted the majority of applicants are seeking 1-bed and 2-bedroom homes.

Mr O'Donoghue says some homes are usually envisioned as a small property with a garden and a white picket fence; however, he says a cultural change may be needed in the county, as the council may have to provide higher density housing in the form of apartments.

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He says the council will not be developing 100-unit apartment blocks, but properties with between a dozen and 20 apartments could be considered acceptable.

 

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