Plans for 67 affordable homes in Pembrokeshire face scrutiny over safety and infrastructure issues raised by local schools and residents
Llangwm: So, there’s this plan for 67 affordable homes in Pembrokeshire that’s about to get the green light from the county planners. It’s from a housing group called Ateb, and they’re looking to build a mix of houses and bungalows.
The proposal includes 57 houses and 10 bungalows on a site called The Kilns. They’ve already got some outline planning permission from last year, so they’re pushing ahead with this detailed plan now.
Ateb’s agent mentioned that this new plan is actually offering more affordable homes than what was initially required. They’re aiming for a good mix of different types of homes, focusing on social rented units and shared ownership options.
However, not everyone is on board. The local community council has raised some serious concerns about whether the village can handle this many new homes. They’re worried about the sewer system, the lack of local facilities, and traffic issues, especially around Cleddau Reach School.
There have been 18 letters of concern from residents and the school, highlighting issues like traffic, privacy loss, and the overall impact on the village’s character. They feel this development might be too much for the area.
The school has pointed out some big safety concerns, especially with parking and traffic around their premises. They’re also worried about how the construction workers will be managed, given their proximity to the school.
Despite these concerns, the application is still recommended for approval, but it’s contingent on some agreements to ensure the homes stay affordable and to help with the local schools’ needs.
