Sixteen families in Woodford Hill have received the keys to their new homes, and the Government says the legal titles for those properties will be issued shortly.
Housing Minister Melissa Poponne-Skerrit made the commitment during a handover ceremony in the village this week, where she met the new homeowners and spoke about the importance of the housing programme.
«Learn to live well,» the Minister told the beneficiaries, urging them to care for their new properties and to build strong, peaceful communities in Woodford Hill.
The handover marks another step in the Government's ongoing effort to provide affordable and secure housing for Dominicans across the island. Woodford Hill, a village on the north-east coast, is among several communities where new housing units have been constructed in recent years.
Minister Poponne-Skerrit said the titles would follow the keys, giving the families full legal ownership of their homes. She did not give a specific date for the distribution of the documents, but assured residents that the process is under way.
The ceremony was attended by local officials and residents, who welcomed the new homeowners to the community. For the beneficiaries, the keys represent not only a roof over their heads but also a fresh start and greater stability for their families.
The Government has prioritised housing as part of its broader social development agenda, with similar projects completed or ongoing in other parts of the country. The Ministry of Housing has said it remains committed to ensuring that more Dominicans can access safe and affordable homes.
Residents of Woodford Hill expressed appreciation for the new development, noting that it will improve the lives of the families who have moved in. The village, known for its farming and fishing traditions, now has a new cluster of homes that officials hope will contribute to the area's growth.
As the beneficiaries settle into their new houses, the focus will turn to the finalisation of the titles, which will formally transfer ownership and allow the families to plan for the future with confidence.
