Bangor residents see their needs met by two major housing projects

From tackling the cost-of-living crisis to providing accommodation for the elderly, Wynne Construction’s completion of two multi-million-pound builds is making a positive difference in Bangor.

The Denbighshire-based firm, appointed by housing association Adra, has delivered the four-storey £7.3m Plas Penrhos apartment complex and the £7.58m Pen Y Ffridd social housing development, all while engaging with the local community.

With sustainability at the forefront, the Pen Y Ffridd project consists of 12 energy efficient timber-frame houses fitted with solar panels and air source heat pumps to reduce each property’s carbon footprint as well as 18 mains gas homes.

The 12 energy efficient units will be available to rent as affordable homes that are free from fossil fuels, ultimately contributing to the Welsh Government’s net zero by 2050 target and fulfilling the need for cost-effective living. The remaining 18 will be available for market rental.

The construction of the nearby Plas Penrhos apartments, set to provide housing for residents aged 55 and over, also adopted eco-conscious building practices with 95 per cent of on-site waste successfully diverted from landfill.

The scheme, which consists of 39 apartments and a range of communal spaces,  also helped boost Wales’ economy with 76 per cent of Wynne Construction’s supply chain spend within the region.

Wynne Construction project manager Andy Lea said: “Thanks to our incredible teams, we have overcome challenges such as adverse weather to deliver two robust builds that I believe will positively impact the community for years to come.

“In addition, we have been able to safeguard more than 450 construction jobs, including throughout the supply chain from the Plas Penrhos build alone, which is brilliant.

“Overall, it’s been fantastic to have worked alongside local suppliers and labourers to deliver both projects and the positive feedback we have received is very rewarding.”

As part of Wynne Construction’s Futures Foundation, the developments also welcomed a total of 37 apprentices and eight work experience placements in partnership with Adra and the Department for Work and Pensions jobcentre.

Wynne Construction social value manager Natasha Pryce said: “We are always looking to leave a legacy in the communities we operate within, so working closely with Adra to provide residents with job and training opportunities was great.

“In addition, the chance to inspire the next generation to enter the world of construction has been wonderful. For example, we engaged with local schools to deliver more than 350 pupil interactions throughout the development of Plas Penrhos.”

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