A-rated, near-zero-energy family homes in Kilbarry, Waterford, built under the local authority affordable purchase scheme.
Summerfields is a new neighbourhood in the suburbs of Waterford City, designed for the lowest possible carbon footprint. Developed by Whitebox Property Group, it forms part of the affordable purchase scheme run by Waterford City & County Council, which helps first-time buyers purchase a new home.
The three- and four-bedroom semi-detached homes are A-rated and built to NZEB (nearly zero-energy building) standards, with brick-faced, low-maintenance exteriors and high-performance windows. Solar PV panels, battery storage, heat recovery ventilation and EV charging for two cars cut running costs. Each house is also designed to take a future sunroom and attic extension, which would add 50% to its floor area, so homes can grow with their families.
