Oakdale
Resident development at Caerphilly as part of Caerphilly Borough County Council’s Programme Development Plan for 2020/21 to address local housing needs and improve community infrastructure.
The site for this new residential development is located in Caerphilly, where a former comprehensive school once stood. After the school buildings were cleared, the area was earmarked for redevelopment to address local housing needs and improve the community infrastructure.
Caerphilly Borough County Council outlined a comprehensive plan for the site, which included the construction of 50 new homes. These homes were strategically divided into two main categories to cater to different housing needs being rental homes and shared ownership scheme.
The Welsh Government contributed £4 million in grant funding. This significant investment underscores the government’s commitment to supporting local housing initiatives and addressing housing shortages. Supported by substantial government funding and driven by a clear plan to increase affordable housing, the project benefits the community in multiple ways, from economic growth to improved living conditions. The initiative reflects a broader commitment to sustainable and inclusive community development.
Involvement
- Full and detailed design of the complete mechanical and electrical building engineering services from Stage 2 – 4a.
- Client engagement through client group meetings were carried out to identify standards of finish and desired outcomes.
- Provided Part O assessments and SAP assessment.
- EPC A certification.
- Generated a low carbon zero report.
Benefits delivered
- Worked as part of a collaborative design and construction team to deliver the project proposals within project constraints.
- Autodesk Revit MEP fully coordinated Building Information Model to a level of development consistent with level 2.
- Affordable Housing: The project directly addresses the need for affordable housing, providing options for both renting and purchasing homes.
- Economic Growth: The influx of new residents and the construction activity itself are expected to boost the local economy.
- Improved Living Conditions: High-quality housing contributes to better living standards and can have positive effects on residents’ health and well-being.
Get in touch
Your vision, our expertise – engineering a more sustainable world together.
