Council completes new housing development
The site of a former healthcare centre in Barry has been transformed into a development of 12 apartments as the Vale of Glamorgan Council’s house-building programme continues at pace.
Llys yr Eglwys is a collection of one-bed homes located off Winston Road that have been constructed on land previously occupied by Colcot Clinic.
The properties include large open-plan kitchen/living rooms, balconies, off-street parking and a range of environmentally friendly features.
Cllr Sandra Perkes, Vale of Glamorgan Council Cabinet Member for Public Sector Housing and Tenant Engagement, said: “This project is part of a long-term plan to increase the number of council houses as the Authority looks to address soaring demand for this type of property.
“There have been a series of other developments completed over the last few years, with others on the way.
“Llys yr Eglwys will provide tenants with comfortable, modern accommodation close to local shops and amenities and within an existing community.
“It has been built to exacting standards, with energy efficiency and the environment a key consideration in line with the Council’s Project Zero commitment to become carbon neutral by 2030.”
This development follows in the footsteps of similar schemes at Llys Llechwedd Jenner, Lon y Felin Wynt and Clos Holm View in Barry, with more, including an older person’s complex in Penarth, in the pipeline.
The flats have been built using sustainable methods and feature solar panels, rainwater harvesting and a living wall made out of vegetation.
Steven Platt, a new tenant of Llys yr Eglwys said: “It’s nice, clean and pleasant, really welcoming to move into.
“Previously, I’d been in a bungalow and temporary hotel accommodation, and this is worlds apart. This is my home now. I can settle and I can relax.
“I have all modern conveniences here, the internet and plenty of sockets. It’s perfect.
“I’m from Barry so the location is ideal for me, it’s great and I enjoy living here.”