Planning permission has been granted for a significant social housing development at Church Road in Falcarragh.
The mix of houses and apartments will include three one-bedroom dwellings, 10 two-bedroom dwellings and 10 three-bedroom dwellings.
It also includes a four-bedroom community group home to be managed by the HSE.
Deputy Pat The Cope Gallagher is welcoming the decision to grant planning permission to McHugh Bros, who will build the homes for the approved housing body Respond.
It’s also been welcomed by Cllr Michael Cholm McGiolla Easbuig, who has highlighted the fact that there will be a requirement of 85% in the Irish language among the occupants.
This threshold is due to be discussed in a workshop as concerns were previously raised that there would not be enough gaeiligors on the housing list to meet the 85% requirement and over the assessment criteria that would qualify an ‘Irish speaking family’.
However, he’s disappointed that the development isn’t under the control of Donegal County Council…………
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Pat the Cope Welcomes New Social Housing Development in Falcarragh
Pat the Cope Gallagher TD has welcomed the decision by Donegal County Council
to decide to grant planning permission to McHugh Bros for a significant new social
housing development at Church Road, Falcarragh.
The approved development represents a major investment in local housing provision
and will deliver a mix of high quality homes and apartments designed to meet the
needs of families and community members in the wider area.
The project will include:
One 4bedroom community group home – managed by HSE,
Thirty-two dwellings, comprising:
Ten 3bedroom dwellings,
Nineteen 2bedroom dwellings,
Three 1-bedroom dwellings.
Speaking following the announcement, Deputy Gallagher said:
“This is a very positive step for Falcarragh and the surrounding communities. The
provision of new social housing is essential to addressing the ongoing demand for
suitable accommodation in West Donegal. I welcome Donegal County Council’s
decision and commend McHugh Bros for bringing forward a development that will
provide muchneeded homes for individuals and families.”
He added that the project will not only support local housing needs but will also
contribute to employment and economic activity during the construction phase.
“This development will bring both social and economic benefits to the area. It is vital
that we continue to support balanced, sustainable growth in our rural towns, and
today’s decision is an important part of that effort.”
Local Councillor Micheál McClafferty, who worked closely with Pat the Cope on
progressing this project, also welcomed the approval.
Construction is expected to commence following the completion of all statutory
requirements in Q2 2026.
