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Using modern methods of construction we have provided communities with quality, sustainable social housing, while continuing to make our current social housing more efficient.
This page is designed to show you some examples of the work the Council is doing to make its housing sustainable as part of Project Zero.
Llys Yr Eglwyswater saving
In March 2025, as part of the Council's house-building programme, Llys Yr Eglwys in Barry was completed on the side of a former health centre. The 3 storey block of 12 one bedroom apartments were built using environmentally-friendly methods, and feature solar panels, storage heaters, rainwater harvesting, bird boxes and a 'living wall' of plants to encourage biodiversity. For more detail on the eco-water features, see our case studies on water.
Residents benefit from energy efficiency upgrades
In 2024, as part of our work to improve the energy efficiency of council homes, we targeted 30 flats in Severn Avenue, Barry, working with our tenants and tenant representatives TPAS Cymru. Originally built in 1977 across 5 blocks, as well as a new roof, the eco-upgrades included improved loft and wall insulation, double glazed, ‘A’ rated windows, and new solar panels. Residents share in the financial benefits too, as they will see their energy bills reduce thanks to the retrofit upgrades. The solar energy has also been used to power lighting in the communal areas and gardens. Check out the TPAS video at to hear Vivian John, the tenant representative, talking about the impressive retrofit programme and the benefits to the tenants.
Using modern methods of construction we have provided communities with quality, sustainable social housing, while continuing to make our current social housing more efficient.
This page is designed to show you some examples of the work the Council is doing to make its housing sustainable as part of Project Zero.
Llys Yr Eglwyswater saving
In March 2025, as part of the Council's house-building programme, Llys Yr Eglwys in Barry was completed on the side of a former health centre. The 3 storey block of 12 one bedroom apartments were built using environmentally-friendly methods, and feature solar panels, storage heaters, rainwater harvesting, bird boxes and a 'living wall' of plants to encourage biodiversity. For more detail on the eco-water features, see our case studies on water.
Residents benefit from energy efficiency upgrades
In 2024, as part of our work to improve the energy efficiency of council homes, we targeted 30 flats in Severn Avenue, Barry, working with our tenants and tenant representatives TPAS Cymru. Originally built in 1977 across 5 blocks, as well as a new roof, the eco-upgrades included improved loft and wall insulation, double glazed, ‘A’ rated windows, and new solar panels. Residents share in the financial benefits too, as they will see their energy bills reduce thanks to the retrofit upgrades. The solar energy has also been used to power lighting in the communal areas and gardens. Check out the TPAS video at to hear Vivian John, the tenant representative, talking about the impressive retrofit programme and the benefits to the tenants.
