Work has started demolishing the site of the former indoor market in Caerphlly that will make way for a £21m mixed-use scheme that will include 72 apartments.
The project on Pentrebane Street in the cente of the town is being led by Linc Cymru (part of housing association Pobl Group) with support from Caerphilly County Borough Council and the Welsh Government’s Transforming Towns programme.
As well as 72 apartments the scheme will also provide seven commercial units, designed to attract a variety of businesses, and new public space.
Jayne Bryant, Cabinet Secretary for Housing and Local Government said of the development:“The demolition and development of this site is an important milestone in the ambitious plans for Caerphilly’s town centre.
“With the help of around £6m Transforming Towns funding from the Welsh Government, this scheme will deliver much-needed housing in the town centre along with commercial units, which will go towards increasing housing supply in Caerphilly, supporting local businesses, and breathing new life into the high street.”
Jamie Pritchard, deputy leader of Caerphilly County Borough Council, added:“We’re delighted to see the development of Caerphilly progress. The demolition of the old market at Pentrebane Street will create housing, open space, and a healthy mix of commercial and retail units. This will allow more people to live and work in our town.
“Through extensive community engagement and consultation, we know that housing and new commercial opportunities is a major topic for Caerphilly residents and we’re pleased to be able to address that through the work of the Caerphilly Town 2035 placemaking plan.
“This project will go some way towards injecting some vibrancy into the area, so we look forward to getting on with the job.”
Grant Prosser, head of development (east) at Pobl Group said: “We welcome the start of demolition at Pentrebane Street as a key step towards transforming this part of Caerphilly town centre. It marks another important milestone in the ongoing regeneration plans for the town centre.
"We have been working in partnership with Caerphilly Council and once the site is ready, we look forward to delivering a development that offers safe, high-quality homes alongside vibrant commercial units and shared green spaces. This project is about creating a place where people can live well, feel connected, and be part of a thriving community.”
