A former church in Crosskeys will soon become 16 energy-efficient flats for local residents
Caerphilly: A church that was recently torn down in Crosskeys is making way for something new. Sixteen flats are set to rise from the ashes of St Catherine’s Church.
These new apartments will be energy-efficient and are part of a project by United Welsh, the local council, and the Welsh Government. It’s a team effort to provide more homes for folks in the area.
They’ll have one and two-bedroom options available for social rent, which is great news for those on the council’s housing register. It’s all about helping the community.
Celtic Offsite, a social enterprise, will be crafting the timber frames for these homes right in Caerphilly. Then, YourSpace projects will finish the job on-site.
What’s cool is that these homes will be built to top energy efficiency standards. They’ll feature green tech like Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery systems to keep the air fresh and energy use low.
Instead of regular radiators, they’ll use infrared panels. This means the heat goes directly to the building and the people living in it, cutting down on heat loss.
Victoria Bolton from United Welsh is excited about this project. She mentioned that it’s not just about giving people a roof; it’s about creating quality homes that people will love.
Councillor Shayne Cook also chimed in, saying that with the ongoing housing crisis, building high-quality, energy-efficient homes is a top priority. They’re thrilled to partner with United Welsh on this initiative.
The new flats are expected to be ready next year, so there’s a lot to look forward to!
