Less Than Two Weeks Left to Apply for Affordable Homes in Lehenaghmore
31/03/2025
Applications remain open until May 6 for Cork City Council’s latest affordable housing scheme at Glenmore Heights in Lehenaghmore, the second housing scheme of its kind in the south-west of the city.
The 45 affordable homes, in partnership with OBR Developments Ltd, are made up of 24 three-bed semi-detached homes, 11, three-bed mid-terrace homes, 2 two-bed end-of-terrace homes and 8 two-bed mid-terrace homes.
The homes are available for sale from circa 20% below open market value to those who qualify for the Affordable Housing Scheme. For example, for eligible applicants, mid-terrace three-bedroom homes will be available from €310,000, and mid-terrace two-bedroom homes from €280,000.
The Glenmore Heights Affordable Housing Scheme homes are generally available for first-time buyers who do not have an interest in any other property, although exceptions may apply for ‘Fresh Start’ applicants.
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr. Dan Boyle said: “As a local authority, we are committed to delivering high quality affordable homes for the people of Cork. This new scheme, the eighth scheme to launch under the Affordable Housing initiative, demonstrates the ongoing work that Cork City Council is doing to deliver housing for the people of Cork. I want to thank both OBR Developments Ltd. and the Housing Directorate for their work in delivering this much anticipated project."
Brian Geaney, Assistant Chief Executive, Cork City Council, added: “Increasing housing supply is one of the top priorities of Cork City Council. The Glenmore Heights, Lehenaghmore Affordable Housing Scheme is the eighth such development in recent times and brings to 356 the number of homes offered for sale by Cork City Council under the Local Authority Affordable Purchase Scheme to date”.
“Over 230 sets of keys have already been handed over to families and individuals who have been supported to gain access to quality, affordable, sustainable homes in highly sought after locations across Cork City. Cork City Council will continue to develop and release further affordable housing schemes this year and we are well on track to exceed our ‘Housing for All’ 2022-2026 affordable housing targets,” he said.
The Glenmore Heights homes are A2 energy rated, architecturally designed homes, which are located near the N27 and a 15-minute walk from the suburbs of Togher and Wilton, will be much sought after.
Income limits apply and potential applicants are advised to familiarise themselves with the qualification criteria and the documentation required, details of which are available on www.glenmoreheights.ie.
Under the terms of the scheme, purchasers will enter an ‘Affordable Dwelling Purchase Agreement’ with the local authority, which will see the council retaining a percentage equity share in the house equal to the difference between its open market value and the price paid by the purchaser.
Applications may be made until 12 midnight on Tuesday, May 6 2025 via an online application portal, available on www.glenmoreheights.ie
Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarise themselves with the documentation required to apply for the homes at Glenmore Heights, as interest is expected to exceed the number of houses available for purchase.
General information on all Cork City Council affordable housing schemes and frequently asked questions are available at www.corkcity.ie/en/council-services/services/housing/developments-and-european-projects/affordable-housing-scheme