Four sisters in Cardigan have set tongues wagging with their bid to build four homes next to each other, but it’s not looking promising! Their dream of having family bungalows side by side at Drws Y Coed faces another setback, as Ceredigion Council planners are likely to reject their latest proposal for affordable housing. Last year, their attempt to construct four detached homes was shot down with planners dubbing the “affordable” tag as completely “bonkers.”
The Jukes sisters are back, now with scaled-down plans they hope will secure them a long-term homestead. But high property values and planning policies pose major hurdles. Criticised for aiming to build in open countryside, the plan is seen as bending affordability rules, with some houses appraised around £400,000. The council’s head of planning isn’t convinced, pointing out the houses are “blatantly not affordable” given their size and cost.
Despite efforts to reduce house sizes, the development’s location and layout continue to raise eyebrows. Planners have expressed “significant concern,” and a key rejection reason remains the countryside location outside any established settlement, which contravenes local housing policy.
A supporting statement insists these homes would keep the sisters close, allowing them to work, raise families, and stay in their community. They argue the intention is honest, aiming for modest family homes that fit well into the landscape.
However, with decision day looming, it’s uncertain if the dream will become a reality or remain a “bonkers” plan in the eyes of the council. Would you rally for them, or think the planners have it right? Share your thoughts in the comments! 🏠✨