Former Mayo bakery site to be transformed into apartments
Mayo County Council will formally commence construction on site at the development of 31 own-door access apartments at the former Duffy’s Bakery site in Ballina on Monday, February 2.
Finna Construction have been appointed to manage the construction of the works, which are expected to take 18 months and will be completed by autumn 2027.
This new urban infill social housing scheme will breathe new life into former bakery, which is located in a strategic location within walking distance of the town centre of Ballina.
The Duffy’s Bakery site project consists of 31 own-door-access apartments, which will include three three-bed units, 14 two-bed units and 14 one-bed units.
Chief Executive of Mayo County Council, Kevin Kelly, welcomed the starting date being confirmed for the construction phase of the project during #housingfocus week, stating: “This new development showcases Mayo County Council’s commitment to deliver housing for all different sectors of community.
“With a mix of three-bedroom, two-bedroom and one-bedroom homes, we are creating a community for both families and individuals to thrive and have long term housing security.
“Along with providing homes, this development has been carefully thought out and planned by our architects and housing section, to increase a sense of neighbourhood and connection on Kevin Barry Street and James Connolly Street.”
The developments layout promotes connectivity, passive surveillance, a sense of security and opportunities for social interaction — laying the foundations for a close-knit and vibrant community
The creation of a private courtyard in the scheme will reinforce a sense of place and belonging for residents.
The new development will also thoughtfully restore three existing derelict town houses on Raheen Row.
The design approach adopts a respectful contemporary methodology that will achieve a coherent and contextually sensitive refurbishment of the existing terrace.
PHOTO: Pictured at the Duffy’s Bakery site where construction will get underway on 31 own door apartments on February 2 were: front row, left to right - Patrick Newell (Executive Architect, Mayo County Council), Cllr Michael Loftus, Olivia Gallagher (Senior Executive Officer, Housing Section, Mayo County Council), Eileen Corcoran (Administrative Officer, Ballina Municipal District), Cllr Sean Carey (Cathaoirleach, Mayo County Council), Minister Dara Calleary, Cllr Jarlath Munnelly (Cathaoirleach, Ballina Municipal District), Orla Bourke (Acting Senior Executive Engineer, Ballina Municipal District), Cllr Annie May Reape; back row, left to right - Tom Gilligan (Director of Services, Mayo County Council), Declan Turnbull (Head of Ballina Municipal District), Don Shorton (Senior Executive Architect, Mayo County Council), Vincent Lydon (Finna Construction, Contractor), Simon Wall (Senior Architect, Mayo County Council), Senator Mark Duffy.