Approval Granted for Over 500 Additional Residences in Expansive Building Project

Exciting times ahead for Rhondda Cynon Taf as the next phase of the massive Llanilid development gets the green light! ๐Ÿกโœจ The ambitious project, initially greenlit in 2010, will eventually introduce a bustling community with 1,850 homes, a new primary school, and a lively town centre.
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The latest approval includes plans for 543 homes across phases 5 to 8, designed to cater to a diverse range of families and individuals. From cosy one-bedroom apartments to spacious five-bedroom houses, this vibrant development offers a blend of terraced, semi-detached, and detached homes.
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Here’s the breakdown:
– **Phase 5A**: 80 beautiful homes, most open market with a mix of 4 and 5-bedroom houses.
– **Phase 5B**: 99 diverse units, including affordable housing, ranging from 1 to 4 bedrooms.
– **Phase 6**: 150 units combining market sale and affordable options.
– **Phase 7**: 82 homes with 19 earmarked as affordable.
– **Phase 8**: 132 homes, including 24 affordable units, to suit all needs.

Access will be seamless from the A473 and other connecting roads. A green ethos guides the development with plans to enhance surrounding habitats and maintain natural hedgerows and tree lines. ๐ŸŒฟ

Concerns such as traffic congestion, biodiversity, and amenities surfaced during consultations, but the final plan meets local and national planning standards. With a promise of delivering 20% affordable housing and significant ecological measures, the project is set to greatly enrich the local community.

As the pressure for more housing continues, these new homes aim to meet high demand while maintaining the area’s aesthetic charm and addressing resident needs.

What do you think? Could this be the neighbourhood for your new start? ๐Ÿค”๐Ÿ  #RhonddaCynonTaf #LlanilidDevelopment #NewHomes #CommunityLiving