By R. Butcher. Updated 2:54 p.m., Tuesday, 30 September 2025, Atlantic Standard Time (GMT-4).
Minister of Housing Dr. Orando Brewster told Parliament on Monday, 29 September, that construction of prefabricated homes is scheduled to begin in the Southern Grenadines, with 25 residents approved for units on Union Island and Mayreau under the government’s post–Hurricane Beryl housing programme.
He said eleven of these homes have already been cleared for immediate construction. Five units have been shipped to Union Island, and another four are earmarked for Mayreau, with the possibility of five additional homes pending resolution of land ownership issues on Mayreau.
According to Minister Brewster, for some residents it will be straightforward to set up the homes because they already own the land, while others do not have land ownership.
He added that construction of the units in Mayreau and Union Island is scheduled to begin this week, with an estimated completion timeline of four to eight weeks, depending on logistics and site readiness.
The minister stressed that the government’s ongoing efforts to support housing reconstruction following the passage of Hurricane Beryl are progressing smoothly. He confirmed that the Supplementary Estimates included allocations for two key housing projects: Project 702508 – Housing Development Programme (EC $29.1 million) and Project 702405 – Home Reconstruction Phase III (EC $12.6 million).
Minister Brewster explained that these funds are specifically dedicated to housing reconstruction initiatives, including the prefabricated housing programme, which is being executed through the Housing and Land Development Corporation (HLDC). In response to concerns about land availability, he said that 21 lots have been earmarked for potential housing. However, not all are suitable for prefabricated structures, which require flat or gently sloping terrain.
He added that the government continues to assess land suitability to ensure safe and effective construction. While 25 units have been allocated thus far, the government has budgeted for up to 300 prefabricated homes.
These homes are being imported in batches, with further distribution dependent on land ownership, site suitability, and ongoing community consultations.
The minister reaffirmed the government’s longstanding commitment to housing, especially in the aftermath of natural disasters.
This information was sourced from a press release sent by the Agency for Public Information.
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