CONSTRUCTION work has begun on the first phase of a major new housing development in Derry.
The Rosses Gate scheme will see 252 new homes being built just off the Clooney Road near the Gransha roundabout in a partnership between Maghera-based property development company South Bank Square Ltd and Choice Housing.
With the first occupants expected to move in later this year, the new development will include social housing, properties for sale and private rental, complemented by significant areas of landscaped open space, equipped play parks and a neighbourhood centre.
Martin Mallon of South Bank Square said: “The shared vision for ourselves and our partners Choice Housing is to create a high quality, mixed tenure development with housing for all.
“The development is highly accessible and located close to a range of local schools, shopping, Altnagelvin Hospital and the River Foyle greenway.’’
Jon Anderson, director of development at Choice Housing, which manages more than 12,000 homes in the north, said: “Derry City and Strabane Council has seen the number of applicants on the social housing waiting list rise by 20 per cent in the past two years, with the city being one of the areas of highest demand in Northern Ireland.
“This development will help prevent that list from spiralling further and provide individuals with permanent accommodation.
“All homes will be designed to a high-quality specification and the development will nurture a community feel. We look forward to the delivery of these new homes and welcoming families to Rosses Gate.”
