Limerick City and County Council delivered 3,428 social housing solutions from 2021 to Q3 2025, providing secure accommodation supports to 9,200 individuals and families.
A further 450 social housing solutions are scheduled to be delivered this year - through a mix of new builds, purchases, leases, refurbishments and other support schemes.
Additionally, 650 new social homes have also reached final approval and are expected to begin construction shortly. Construction continues at key developments such as Speaker’s Corner in Limerick City and Castle Place in Newcastle West.
There is also a very strong pipeline from now out to 2030, with, to date, over 3,300 social homes at various stages of design and build across the city and county.
Affordable Housing
Government figures also show that from 2022, to Q3 2025, 583 affordable housing supports have been provided in Limerick through Approved Housing Bodies, private developer partnerships, the Land Development Agency, and national schemes including the First Home Scheme and the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant.
There is also a very strong pipeline from now out to 2030, with over 1,995 affordable homes at all stages of design and build.
Mixed-Tenure
Major mixed-tenure developments are also advancing in partnership with the Land Development Agency, including:
- Colbert Quarter - Up to 4,000 homes planned, with the first phase of more than 200 homes at Carey’s Road to be lodged for planning in Q3 2026.
- Mungret - Construction of the first 250 homes will begin shortly, with medium-term capacity for more than 2,000 homes across adjacent public and private lands.
SMART Innovation
Innovation remains central to the Council’s housing plans. Through SMART Housing, a flagship of the 2024–2029 Mayoral Programme - recognised as a Government Pathfinder under Delivering Homes, Building Communities - Limerick is preparing to deliver high-quality modular homes at scale using NSAI-certified modern methods of construction. These homes can be delivered quickly and flexibly to meet significant demand for workers.
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran commented:
“When it comes to housing, delivery is what matters. We are looking to move in Limerick beyond plans and strategies and to delivering homes for families and individuals at pace and at scale. This means the right housing for each cohort of need, not a one size fits all solution which has not visibly worked to this point. We are trying to align every part of the system to deliver. We are activating land, partnering with Approved Housing Bodies and trying to use our own capacity smarter and faster.
“I’ve been pleased to hold some productive meetings in the past week in Dublin, including with Minister Jack Chambers, the Land Development Agency, the Housing Agency and the European Investment Bank, to continue to attempt to unlock housing delivery here in Limerick. Ultimately, we want to turn this ambition into keys into doors, making Limerick a place where everyone can afford to live and thrive.”
Príomh Chomhairleoir, Cllr Catherine Slattery added:
“Every week, I meet families and individuals who are struggling to find a home, and I know how urgent the need is. That is why these delivery figures matter. Over five years social housing solutions in Limerick provided some stability for over 9,000 people, removing the stress and uncertainty of having nowhere to call their own. There is still much to do but the progress being made - and the strong pipeline of social and affordable homes - provides some hope to those still waiting.”
Director General, Limerick City and County Council, Dr Pat Daly commented:
“We understand the significant housing pressures facing people in our city and county. Our focus is on delivering homes, using every tool available - new construction, acquisitions, leasing, refurbishment and other support schemes. With strong delivery now and a clear pipeline for future years, we are committed to building vibrant, sustainable communities.”
Updates on housing projects and supports will be shared throughout this week.
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