Uisce Éireann Begins Douglas Wastewater Upgrade to Support New Homes

Uisce Éireann is set to commence a major upgrade of the wastewater network in Maryborough Ridge, Douglas, in a project designed to boost capacity, improve services, and unlock new housing potential on Cork's southside.

The works involve the installation and upgrade of over 600 metres of sewer mains and are aimed at supporting future growth and development in the Douglas area. The upgrade is expected to deliver more reliable, sustainable, and high-quality wastewater services for the community while also reducing the risk of sewer flooding. Works are due to be completed in June 2026.

Taoiseach Micheál Martin welcomed the project:

"Wastewater networks are vital infrastructure - key to unlocking new housing potential and supporting economic growth. This upgrade is very welcome news for the residents and businesses of Douglas. It is a clear example of government's commitment to investing in water infrastructure across the country."

Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne, TD, also welcomed the commencement of the works.

"This project is positive news for the community of Douglas. Public water and wastewater services are essential to facilitating housing delivery as reflected in our new Housing Action Plan, Delivering Homes, Building Communities. The commencement of this project provides critical capacity to enable new homes in Douglas and serve the needs of the existing community."

Uisce Éireann Programme Manager Derek Deignan said the utility is pleased to see works get under way.

"We are delighted to be delivering this project for the community and to be facilitating social and economic growth in Douglas. These works will also see improved network performance and a reduced risk of sewer flooding in the area."

The works are being carried out by Ward and Burke Construction Ltd. on behalf of Uisce Éireann. A temporary traffic management system will be in place throughout the project to protect the public and workers, though local and emergency traffic will always be maintained.

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