But a planning report says the new scheme addresses previous concerns. Several differences are highlighted from the previous application, including a phased programme agreed with Redrow to convert listed buildings on the site into housing before new build homes are occupied. Retaining and converting the site’s heritage assets – including the main Grade II-listed former campus building to provide homes – is “a merit of the scheme afforded significant weight”, the report says. An image showing how the scheme could look looking towards the main listed building. Picture: Newport council/Redrow Homes Unlike the previous application, a ‘fallback’ position which outlines a potential alternative use for the site if the homes plan is rejected has also been agreed.