Resurfacing work appeal

Resurfacing work appeal

12 November 2025

AN appeal has been made to the Housing Executive to complete what has been described as a “long delayed” resurfacing scheme at a block of flats in Newcastle.

The appeal for the work to be carried out at the Burrendale Park Road area has been made by Mournes councillor Willie Clarke.

He said it’s been over a year since residents first raised concerns about the deteriorating condition of the rear communal areas at some of the properties and no progress has been made.

Cllr Clarke said it’s “totally unacceptable” that residents are still waiting for this essential resurfacing work to be carried out. 

“I first raised this issue with the Housing Executive over a year ago and, despite repeated assurances, nothing has been done,” he said.

“While other blocks of flats at Burrendale Park Road have been resurfaced, a particular block continues to be overlooked, leaving residents feeling ignored and treated unfairly.”

Cllr Clarke said the surface outside flats 13 and 15 A and B remains uneven and unsafe, leaving it difficult for residents.

He added: “The Housing Executive must now clarify why this block has been excluded and immediately prioritise these overdue works. 

The safety and well-being of residents must come first, and it’s long past time that this issue was resolved.”