KILDARE: 38 new homes for older people planned in €5m project

A total of 38 homes are being planned for a site at Saint Brigid's Cottage, Primrose Hill, Celbridge.

Being planned is the demolition of an existing house and shed.

The plans for the estimated €5m project include the construction of four blocks, three storeys each above ground with part basement below ground.

38 one-bedroom units are proposed in total for older persons' housing with terraces at ground level and recessed

balconies at first and second floor level.

A basement will accommodate vehicle and bicycle parking, lift and stairs.

There will also be a communal area accommodating space for; education classes, coffee dock,  managerial office

and refuse area.

The existing vehicle entrance will be widened and the existing pedestrian access along  the R405 to be maintained, planning documents state.

Other works include vehicle parking and secure bicycle parking.