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A previous application to build 310 homes on the site, put forward by USW, was rejected in 2018 over traffic and air quality concerns. An image showing how the scheme could look looking towards the main listed building. Picture: Newport council/Redrow Homes 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. ....
Decision is due on University of South Wales homes scheme Traffic fears on residential streets have still not been resolved The new homes on St Cadocs Close and Lodge Road There are always big stories on WalesOnline - don t miss any with our daily emailInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Sign me up now When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPrivacy Noticeexplains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. ....
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. ....