Over 570 homes will be built, including 174 social homes.
An agreement for a large scale, mixed tenure housing development in Westmeath has been signed.
Over 570 homes and apartments will be built in the townlands of Kilnafaddoge and Lissywollen in Athlone with construction set to commence in early 2025.
Representatives from Alanna Homes met with elected members and officials from Westmeath County Council earlier this week to sign the contracts for what will be one of the largest developments of its kind in the county.
174 social homes will be included as part of the 570 dwellings, as well as two creches.