Residential Development at St. Brendan’s Avenue, Woodquay, Galway

Description of Works:

Construction of an apartment building containing 19 dwelling units, including site development and infrastructure.

Project Details

Development of a comprehensive fire strategy in compliance with the latest building regulations addressing life safety, compartmentation, and means of escape.

Specification of fire detection and alarm systems designed to meet regulations for residental and common areas, integrated with emergency lighting and signage to ensure safe evacuation.

Design of passive fire protection measures including fire- resisting walls, floors, doors, and compartmentation to limit fire spread and protect escape routes.

Coordination of fire suppression systems where required, including sprinkler design and integration with building services.

Preparation of fire safety documentation, including risk assessments, evacuation plans, and certification for regulatory approval.

Services Provided

Design of all residential and communal spaces to achieve full compliance with Part M of the Building regulations and relevant accessibilty standards ensuring inclusive and barrier-free environments.

Specification of accesible routes, entrances, lifts, and circulation areas, incorporating tactile surfaces, appropriate gradients and adequate lighting for persons with disabilities.

Design of accessible parking bays, sanitary facilities and emergency evacuation provisions tailored to the needs of occupants with reduced mobility.

Coordination with architectural and M&E teams to ensure seamless integration of accessibilty features without compromising building performance or aesthetics.

Compliation of access statements, certification, and supporting documentation to satisfy local authority and cerification bodies.

Client: Flame Red Investments Ltd.

Value: €5.2M

Address: 1 Floor, Technology House, Galway Technology Park, Parkmore, Co. Galway

Contact Person: Walter King

walter@kingconstruction.ie