Exciting news for Cardiff! A proposal to build new homes in Old St Mellons has been withdrawn after facing significant opposition from residents. The plans involved constructing three houses on land north of Bridge Road but hit a roadblock when the local community expressed concerns.
The Old St Mellons Community Council stood firmly against the development, criticising its impact on the countryside character and traffic concerns. Many feared it would cause “irreparable harm” to the natural beauty of the area and argued it could set a risky precedent for future developments.
To address these worries, the applicant submitted a biodiversity plan, promising to enhance local nature. However, sceptics remain, sharing their “high concerns” about the potential negative effects on wildlife. They also argue that the proposed site falls outside the recognised settlement boundaries, which don’t follow the village’s natural features.
The applicant held that the development aligns logically with the village layout, highlighting nearby residential permissions granted in recent years. They also noted diminished traffic on Bridge Road, suggesting new homes wouldn’t significantly affect the current situation.
It’s a win for those hoping to preserve Cardiff’s green spaces for now, but surely not the last we’ll hear about this ongoing debate over development and conservation. Stay tuned as the conversation continues! 🌿🏡