Choice Housing builds 12 apartments in Newtownabbey for social housing

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 10:02 · Archive

Choice Housing is developing 12 new social housing apartments in Newtownabbey, Co Antrim, at a cost of £1.6 million.

Choice Housing is building 12 new social housing apartments off the Ballyduff Road in Newtownabbey, Co Antrim, in a £1.6 million development. The scheme will comprise two one-bedroom apartments, seven two-bedroom apartments, two larger four-person two-bedroom apartments, and one two-bedroom duplex apartment, designed to accommodate single occupants, couples and small families.

The development comes as social housing demand in the area remains high. According to the Northern Ireland Housing Executive Antrim & Newtownabbey Housing Investment Plan 2024–27, there is a projected need for 1,229 new social housing units across the borough over the plan period.

Choice Group Chief Executive Michael McDonnell said the project reflects the housing association's commitment to 'delivering high-quality, sustainable homes that support thriving local communities in areas of acute housing need'. He added that the organisation evaluated nearby amenities, local infrastructure and public transport links to ensure residents have easy access to everyday essentials.

The timber-frame development features traditional brick and render external finishes, a communal parking area, landscaping including pathways and gardens, gas central heating, double glazing and fully fitted kitchens. It is being delivered in partnership with developer Glenoak Ltd, contractor DTL Construction Ltd and Doherty Architectural Services.

How it is being reported

• Northern Ireland housing association invests £1.6m to deliver new homes in NewtownabbeyThis scheme is being delivered in partnership with developer Glenoak Ltd, contractor DTL Construction Ltd and Doherty Architectural ServicesNews Letter · 21 Oct, 09:52
• New £1.6m housing development in Newtownabbey to address local needThere is a projected need for 1,229 new social housing units across the areaBelfast Live · 20 Oct, 19:51

In this story: Choice Housing · Newtownabbey · Co Antrim · Northern Ireland Housing Executive · Michael McDonnell · Glenoak Ltd · DTL Construction Ltd

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