A landmark development in Llandaff that will bring 44 new council homes and a new bus and rail interchange to west Cardiff has reached its highest point, with the Waungron Road scheme officially topping out.
The seven-storey building sits alongside Waun Gron Park railway station on the site of the former recycling centre. Once complete, it will be a mixed-use development with 44 highly energy-efficient one and two-bedroom council homes, commercial space and a new transport interchange.
Homes built for the future
The Waungron Road homes will include renewable technologies such as ground source heat pumps and solar photovoltaic panels. As a result, they should cut carbon emissions and lower energy costs for the people who live there. The scheme is being delivered through Cardiff Council’s Cardiff Living partnership with Wates Residential, supported by £7.7 million of Welsh Government Social Housing Grant funding.
Better connections, without the city centre
Alongside the homes, a purpose-built transport hub will link bus and rail more closely. A new access road will connect Waun Gron Park station with a dedicated bus interchange. This will make it easier to travel across Cardiff and between communities without having to go through the city centre. The interchange could accommodate buses on routes running west to south, north to south and west to east across the city.
Stuart Jones, Wales Regional Development Director from Wates Residential, and Cardiff Council Leader, Cllr Chris Weaver
Council Leader Cllr Chris Weaver was joined at the ceremony by Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities Cllr Lee Bridgeman, Stuart Jones of Wates Residential, Welsh Government officials, local ward members and the construction team.
Cllr Bridgeman said: “Today’s topping out ceremony is an important moment for a development that will provide much-needed affordable homes while helping to build a greener and more sustainable Cardiff.
“These high-quality council homes will give residents access to secure, energy-efficient accommodation that is designed for the future, while also helping us meet growing demand for affordable housing across the city.
“Waungron Road demonstrates our commitment to delivering not just new homes, but well-designed, well-connected communities.”
David Bullock, Wales Regional Director for Wates Residential, said: “Reaching the highest point of the Waungron Road development is an important milestone and reflects the strong partnership between Wates Residential, Cardiff Council and Welsh Government. Together, we’re delivering 44 high-quality council homes that are sustainable, energy-efficient and affordable to live in.
“Waungron Road demonstrates what can be achieved through affordable housing. By combining thoughtful design, renewable technologies and excellent connectivity, we’re creating homes that are built for the future and will have a lasting impact on the lives of local people.”
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