Development Hub
Delivering homes with Circle VHA
Circle VHA’s vision is to make a real difference by delivering quality homes and innovative integrated housing solutions to individuals and families in Ireland. Circle works together with local authorities, state agencies, developers, and funders to deliver new-build social and affordable housing solutions. Currently, Circle manages and owns over 2,500 homes nationally.
Collaborating with Circle VHA
As one of Irelands top five AHB’s (Approved Housing Bodies), Circle are looking to continue our rapid growth by expanding our portfolio of homes in the coming years. We aim to achieve this by seeking to acquire homes at scale from developers who are looking for long term partners who we could do repeat business with. Circle VHA take a collaborative approach to working relationships with developers that provide excellent value for money.
Our Development Brochure highlights the process on how to partner with Circle, our needs, our funding process and more.
Our Current Needs:
- New build developments of >10 homes
- 1-3 Bed Apartments in city Locations
- 2 & 3 Bed Houses/Duplexes in suburban: Locations near major towns
- A mix of both houses and apartments in larger developments
- Medium to large-scale refurbishments near major conurbations.
- Single tenure Social Housing up to approx. 60 homes.
- Mixed tenure developments e.g. 30% Social to 70% Cost Rental.
- Part V Plus
- Sites with Planning Permission near major towns and cities.
* All developments are subject to the Local Authorities needs analysis and approval to progress *
New build developments of >10 homes 
2 & 3 Bed Houses/Duplexes in suburban Locations near major towns and cities. 
1-3 Bed Apartments in city Locations 
A mix of both houses and apartments in larger developments 
Medium to large scale refurbishments near major towns and cities.
View our most recently delivered projects
Dunlavin, Co.Wicklow
No. of units – 40
Old Tramore Road, Co.Waterford
No. of units – 40
Walkinstown, Co. Dublin
No. of units – 12×3
Dunshaughlin Co. Meath
No. of units – 8
Scholarstown, Rathfarnham
No. of units – 28
Limekiln Lane, Co.Dublin
No. of units – 12×6
Meet The Team
Martin Hartnett
Martin joined Circle VHA in 2019, boasting seven years of extensive experience within the Social Housing Sector. His background encompasses roles within both Local Authority and AHB settings, providing him with a well-rounded perspective and a diverse skill set. With a formal qualification in Construction Project Management (Dip) and ongoing pursuit of an MSc in Quantity Surveying, Martin demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development. Within Circle VHA, Martin plays a pivotal role in acquisitions facilitated through various funding models, including CALF & P&A, and Cost Rental. He drives projects from initial identification through to sale completion, meticulously overseeing financial viability assessments, contract execution, funding applications, and all intermediary processes. Martin’s adeptness in liaising with a wide array of external stakeholders ensures seamless collaboration and the successful realisation of housing schemes.
Paul Braiden
Paul is our New Business Development manager, having originally joined the organisation as a Senior Development Officer in 2022. He has six years’ experience working in development in the Approved Housing Body Sector. Paul has been the lead on large scale development acquisitions in the Greater Dublin areas with an excellent track record in both delivery and New Business Development. Recently Paul worked with one of the largest construction companies to deliver Limericks first Cost Rental scheme of over 113 units. Furthermore, due to his experience in the sector, he has excellent contacts across all stakeholders in the industry. Prior to that, Paul worked in the Property industry in Abu Dhabi and also holds a MSc in Sustainable Development. Paul’s role involves bringing new acquisition projects to Circle VHA, financial modelling, negotiating deals and guiding schemes through to completion.
Zoe Moorhouse
Zoe joined Circle Housing in 2021. Zoe previously worked in the UK affordable housing sector for over 13 years, most recently at Peabody, one of London’s oldest and largest housing associations. She has extensive experience in managing the acquisition, planning, procurement and construction of high-density new build and refurbishment mixed-tenure and mixed-used developments. With a passion for place-making and design and quality, Zoe has led on several award-winning projects in the UK. In 2024, Zoe was appointed to Director of New Business Development.
Elaine Keogh
Elaine Keogh has been part of Circle VHA since 2018 as Project Co-Ordinator within the Finance and Corporate Services where she was valued for her positive attitude, professionalism, and attention detail. In 2019 Elaine started in her role within the development team as Senior Team Administrator providing support to the department, on the basis of this Elaine was promoted to Development Officer in 2021. In 2023, Elaine completed a diploma in Project Management. Through her exceptional work ethic, drive and professionalism Elaine has been promoted to Development Manager in 2024. Elaine has collaborated with a number of developers to deliver a number of turnkey projects across Ireland.
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Development Hub News
Circle VHA Unveils Ambitious Plans to Deliver 3000+ Homes in the Next 4 Years as it Celebrates its Inaugural Cost Rental Tenancy Homes at Lanestown View, Donabate.
Dublin, 30th November 2023 – Circle VHA is proud to announce its entrance into the…
The long-awaited construction of the new apartment development, Railway Court, has commenced.
Circle VHA are delighted to announce the commencement of their direct build construction project, Railway…
Circle VHA celebrates first direct construction project with groundbreaking event at Richmond Place
MARKING A UNIQUE NEW MODEL OF HOUSING AND CARE PROVISION IN IRELAND IN COLLABORATION WITH…
Circle VHA Celebrates delivery of 57 Social Homes in County Waterford
Circle Voluntary Housing Association celebrated the official opening of 57 social homes at Butterfield, Mount…
The official opening of Fairgreen Manor, Dunlavin
40 FAMILIES NOW OCCUPY THEIR NEW HOMES AS CIRCLE VHA COMPLETES TENANCY AT FAIRGREEN MANOR,…
Webinar 2 – Overcoming the barriers to housing delivery
Circle Housing presenting alongside AIB and The Housing Agency Ireland discussing “Opportunities for Developers ~…
Webinar 1 – Opportunities for Developers
Circle Housing presenting alongside AIB and The Housing Agency Ireland discussing “Opportunities for Developers ~…
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Our Webinar Series
Circle VHA conduct a webinar series addressing the “Opportunities for Developers” in this market. The series covers how to partner with an Approved Housing Body (AHB), the financial process, funding mechanisms, the delivery under housing for all and more.
To view past webinar’s you can view the videos below. You can also register your interest for future webinars. If you would like to collaborate on a webinar please get in touch
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