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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL
MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
QUESTION NO.9
QUESTION: Councillor C. Brady
To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the age-friendly housing project at Sarsfield Park, including progress to date, the current stage of delivery, remaining tasks, and expected completion timeline.
REPLY:
Construction of the five age-friendly homes at Sarsfield Park is progressing steadily. As of this update, all foundations have been completed, with blockwork and precast installation underway.
The remaining programme of works is as follows:
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Completion of the main structure (external walls, roof, and internal walls)
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Installation of mechanical and electrical systems
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Completion of external finishes
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Installation of drainage and sustainable surface water systems (SuDS)
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Landscaping (hard and soft), including the installation of public lighting
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Connection to utilities (water, electricity, gas)
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Final commissioning and handover of the homes
These stages will be delivered sequentially, with each depending on the completion of the previous stage. Timely utility connections present an additional dependency, and the site’s enclosed nature—together with its location within a live residential area—adds further complexity to the programme.
The project is currently scheduled for completion in Quarter 1, 2026. The contractor is delivering the works under a design-and-build contract and is required to complete the project within budget while meeting the council’s quality and performance standards. The council has directed the contractor to keep the schedule under regular review and to take all reasonable measures to ensure the project remains on track.