Demolition starts in a North Wales village near Pwllheli to make way for energy-efficient, affordable housing.
The place became Penrhos Polish Village, a lively community on the Llŷn Peninsula, but the housing declined over time. Now, ClwydAlyn owns the properties after a merger and plan to rebuild the community. Planners approved demolishing 107 homes, although some village residents weren’t happy, for a new housing development.
Demolition of old buildings is starting quickly. The tree work was carefully scheduled to avoid disturbing birds, bats, and other wildlife, with plans for new trees and landscaping as well.
The first phase includes 44 new, energy-efficient homes. Homes will have heat pumps and solar panels, with electric car chargers available, funded in part by a Welsh Government grant.
Williams Homes (Bala) will rebuild the village. Current Penrhos residents and people needing care in the area get priority. This project helps people get affordable housing and energy-efficient homes are very important now, as they want to keep the community spirit.
This development helps provide needed care services and more housing in the area. More affordable homes are needed in Pen Llŷn, and this project helps local people stay in their homes.