LRM Planning are pleased to have secured full planning permission for a 100% affordable housing scheme on behalf of Bron Afon Housing Association.

On 21st March 2023, Torfaen County Borough Council granted planning permission for nine affordable apartments on land at Osborne Road and Michael Way, Pontypool. The development includes seven one-bedroom apartments and two two-bedroom apartments, landscaping, cycle storage, vehicle parking which includes a re-configuration of existing parking spaces, and associated works.

The scheme seeks to deliver a high quality, sustainable development which is both visually attractive and promotes healthy lifestyles. It is conveniently located within walking distance of the town centre of Pontypool, and incorporates sustainable design measures which will include solar panels on building roofs.

The design team, including CFW Architects, Tirlun Design Associates Ltd, David Clements Ecology Ltd, NJP Consulting Engineers, Wardell Armstrong, and Acoustics and Noise Ltd, have sought to deliver a development proposal which seek to address a housing need by making positive use of a vacant brownfield site, whilst enhancing the gateway to the town centre.