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Land south west of
Pont Rhyd y Cyff
Consultation
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Introduction
Persimmon are pleased to present their plans for residential development at land south west of Pont Rhyd-Y-Cyff.
The site has been allocated for development by Bridgend County Borough Council within their Replacement Local Development Plan.
Persimmon’s plans include a network of green infrastructure and biodiversity enhancement along with parks and play equipment. Off-site transport improvements and active travel provision form part of the proposals demonstrating a commitment to providing a high-quality and sustainable development.
We hope you support us with the development of the site. Once you have reviewed the website, please provide feedback via email or post at the address below:
Highlight Planning
Office 33
14 Neptune Court
Vanguard Way
Cardiff
CF24 5PJ
We would welcome any comments you have on the plans by 24th May 2024.
The Site
The site comprises two fields and woodland forming part of Tyn-Y-Waun Farm. It is located to the west of Bridgend Road and to the south of Heol Tyn-Y-Waun along with the rear boundaries of residential properties on Heol-Yr-Ysgol and Heol Wil Hopcyn. Tyn-Y- Waun Farmhouse and its associated agricultural buildings lie to the west. To the south lies the grounds of Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Llangynwyd.
A series of watercourses run through the site and the fields are separated by trees and hedgerow. The site slopes downwards to the south.
Development Proposals
The Vision for the site is to create a sustainable neighbourhood which responds to local character with a sensitive approach to landscape that delivers multi-functional green infrastructure that provides lifestyle and ecological benefits.
The proposals comprise of the following:
- 133 homes with a range of house types and sizes;
- 15% Affordable Housing provision;
- Green Infrastructure/Informal open space;
- Areas of play (including a Local Area for Play and Local Equipped Area for Play) providing modern, attractive play facilities for existing and new residents;
- Areas of hedgerows and trees to be retained;
- Sustainable drainage - areas suitable for attenuation ponds providing biodiversity and amenity benefits
FAQs
Why is this consultation being undertaken?
The consultation is being undertaken to present Persimmon’s plans for the site to the public and to outline the many community benefits it will deliver. We are inviting comments from the public as part of the consultation so that these views can inform a planning application to be submitted later in 2024.
Why is the development needed?
Bridgend County Borough Council have allocated the site for development within their Replacement Local Development Plan. Persimmon are proposing to deliver the allocation identified by the Council with a high-quality development that provides a range and choice of housing giving local people the opportunity to remain in the community where they grew up.
Will there be affordable housing?
A total of 15% of homes on the site will be affordable. These will be a mix of housing types and sizes and will be distributed throughout the site. These houses will be transferred to a housing association partner for the purpose of tackling local housing waiting lists.
How will the development affect local services such as school and healthcare?
The effect on local services will be considered by Bridgend County Borough Council as part of their determination of the planning application. Contributions to local services can be provided should the Council deem this to be required.
How will the local highway network cope with cars associated with the development?
The proposals have been informed by technical assessment work undertaken by Link Transport Planning. The Transport Assessment provided as part of the consultation documents demonstrates that the development will have an acceptable impact on the local highway network. Off-site highway and active travel improvements will be facilitated by the development, each home will be provided with cycle storage provision and a Travel Plan will be provided to residents which will encourage sustainable modes of transport to be utilised.
Are there any environmental constraints that must be overcome?
The site is relatively unconstrained from an environmental perspective. Surveys and assessment work has been undertaken with respect to ecology, drainage, trees and ground conditions which all confirm that there are no in-principle constraints to the development of the site.
What are the benefits of the development?
- Delivering a range and choice of housing (including affordable housing) in a sustainable location;
- Encouraging and supporting active travel with cleaner, greener travel choices;
- Good quality open spaces and play spaces for the benefit of existing and proposed residents;
- Delivery of green infrastructure with biodiversity benefits (delivering a biodiversity enhancement) and surface water resilience;
- Development with climate change resilience at its heart;
- The development is anticipated to support the employment of 412 people and generate c£1,600,000 in tax revenue including c£150,000 in council tax revenue.
What about traffic, noise and dust during construction?
The impact of construction activities will be factored into the planning process. The project team will prepare a Construction Management Plan in order to reduce the impact of construction on local residents and the nearby school.
When will the development start and houses become available to purchase?
Planning permission and planning conditions need to be approved before the development can start. Persimmon are anticipating that development will start on site in 2025 with the first homes becoming available to purchase in 2026.
What are the next steps after this consultation?
The project team will review all comments received as part of the consultation to inform Persimmon’s planning application to be submitted to Bridgend County Borough Council later in 2024.
Once the application is submitted, the Council will undertake a further consultation prior to them determining the application. Following the determination of the application, planning conditions will be discharged and construction work will commence.
Consultation Documents
Existing Plans
Proposed Plans
Engineering Appraisal (1 of 3)
Engineering Appraisal (2 of 3)
Engineering Appraisal (3 of 3)
Documents and Reports
Planning, Design and Access Statement
Green Infrastructure Statement
Preliminary Ecological Appraisal
Stage 2 Ecology Report and Appendix 3
Tree Survey and Tree Constraints Plan
Site Investigation Report (including Coal Mining Risk Assessment)
Forms and Notices
Notice under Article 2C and 2D
How to provide your Comments
We hope you support us in the development of this site. Please provide feedback via email or post at the address below:
Highlight Planning
Office 33
14 Neptune Court
Vanguard Way
Cardiff
CF24 5PJ
We would welcome any comments you have on the consultation by 24th May 2024.
Comments and information received as part of this consultation will not be used for any purpose other than for consultation purposes relating to this potential development. Whilst your comments may be referred to within our submission as part of the planning application, names will be redacted from responses and we do not share any information provided with third parties outside of the project team and this process.