New apartments planned on Bryn Estyn Road

Eight new apartments could soon be developed on Bryn Estyn Road in Wrexham.

An application has been submitted to Wrexham Council proposing that a property at 22 Bryn Estyn Lane is demolished to make way for the new homes.

The plans, submitted on behalf of Hart Hill Homes, also include improved access and parking facilities.

The existing property is described as being a single detached property with a private garden, which is situated on a “broadly rectangular-shaped parcel of land.”

If approved the land would be cleared to make way for the development of eight new apartments, which will be situated across a 2.5 storey building.

Each apartment would consist of two bedrooms, an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area, and a separate bathroom, alongside a small storage area.

Three apartments will be located on the ground and first floors – with a further two apartments on the second floor.

The applicants say that the development will be “of a contemporary classic design, constructed of high-quality materials and via methods chosen to be sympathetic to the character of the surrounding area.”

They add that the “scheme has sought to maximise the residential units to contribute to the local housing supply, whilst providing the necessary ancillary features, including car parking, to meet the needs of the future occupiers.”

Also included in the plans are the creation of nine car parking spaces and 16 bike spaces.

This is the equivalent of one space per household and an additional space for ‘visitor parking’.

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The changes also include a revised vehicular access arrangement off Bryn Estyn Road, which the applicants say will help to “improve visibility from the current position which is restricted.”

The applicants conclude: “The application site is located within the settlement of Wrexham, whereby development proposals for residential, business or retail uses are supported in principle.

“One of the key considerations within the design development process was in relation to the design and scale of the proposed development.

“Good design is a core component of any proposals design process, creating visually distinctive places, which complement the local and wider context.

“The proposals represent an appropriate and high-quality form of development, providing new residential floorspace, for which there is an identified need, thereby making a significant contribution to the continuing regeneration taking place within the town.

“The design of the building has been informed by a creative response to the local context, in terms of scale, massing and appearance.

“The design gives due attention to the existing character of the site and its setting, to provide an aesthetically appealing development, which is functional and appropriate for the proposed use.

“The proposed scheme would result in the redevelopment of a brownfield site, which is highly favourable within national and local planning policy.

“The land is currently underutilised and therefore readily available for development and would benefit from a high-quality scheme.

“It is submitted that the site offers a sustainable location, with good opportunities to access varied modes of transport and local facilities and services proximate to the town centre, which will encourage use of sustainable travel modes.

“The proposed extent of car parking is considered to be acceptable, and it is concluded that the proposed development should not have a material impact in terms of highway operation and safety.

“It is therefore considered that the proposed development would constitute sustainable development and not impact upon other matters of material significance.

“It is concluded that the development complies with the relevant national and local planning policies, and for that reason, full planning permission should be granted.”

The application will be considered for approval by Wrexham Council at a later date.

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