Regeneration of housing region in Kildare 'is progressing well'

The housing area is located in the west of Kildare

By Ciarán Mather Published 17th Sep 2026, 09:00 BST Regeneration of housing region in Kildare 'is progressing well' | FILE PHOTOGRAPH / PIXABAY The housing area is located in the west of Kildare The regeneration of one housing region in County Kildare 'is progressing well', according to Kildare County Council (KCC).

An update on the project was provided by KCC at the latest Kildare-Newbridge Municipal District meeting, which took place on Wednesday, September 16 last.

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The discussion came about near the end of this meeting, when Sinn Féin councillor Noel Connolly submitted the following question to KCC: “Can KCC confirm what progress is being made with the regeneration of St Patrick’s Park in Rathangan , and what is the target date for completion?”

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“10 units have been refurbished, and two new build houses are substantially complete.

KCC also said: “The project completion is anticipated to be extended from December 2026 to March 2027; this is primarily due to unforeseen underground Electrical and Water Services issues which resulted in the resequencing of the works.”

Cllr Connolly replied by informing KCC that he accepted its report.