Some work on the flagship affordable housing project at Oscar Traynor Road in Coolock, being built by developer Glenveagh, has been paused due to a failure to meet building regulations.

In a report to councillors on Monday, council chief executive Richard Shakespeare stated that inspections had raised concerns about compliance with certain building regulations. These concerns were brought to the attention of site management and the assigned certifier.

Mr. Shakespeare said Glenveagh is cooperating with the process, and investigations are ongoing “to identify all potential issues, including pausing some works to allow for these investigations to be carried out.”

Discussions are continuing to determine the necessary remedial work, which Glenveagh will be required to complete in a timely manner.

Speaking to Newstalk this morning, the council’s Assistant Chief Executive for Housing, Mick Mulhern, said it is unclear whether the issues will delay the completion of the homes.

The State-subsidised development in Coolock comprises 853 homes, with 40% allocated for social housing, 40% for below-market rental properties, and 20% as affordable housing. The A-rated homes, ranging from one to four bedrooms, include communal facilities such as a community centre, childcare facility, and open spaces. The homes were set to be built in phases.

Independent councillor Mannix Flynn expressed serious concern, highlighting that the project was being developed on former council-owned land with councillors’ approval.