Planning - What are we doing?

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Striving to always support sustainable development, our planning projects aim to provide sustainable buildings and enhance the local environment.

This page is designed to show you some examples of the work the Council is doing as part of its planning processes that supports Project Zero.


Murchfield Courts in Dinas Powys

We’re transforming Murchfield Courts in Dinas Powys into a multifunctional outdoor space that promotes active lifestyles and supports local biodiversity. The upgraded site will feature a dual basketball and netball court, flexible for a range of community activities, alongside soft landscaping to enhance wildlife and new seating that doubles as fitness equipment. The project is funded through Section 106 contributions, along with support from Sport Wales and the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.



The Engine Room in Barry

We’ve transformed the Engine Room Business Centre in Barry Waterfront into a modern, sustainable hub for local businesses. The revamped space now offers 11 high-quality business units with improved accessibility, new communal areas, cycle parking, and a greener heating system, alongside eco-friendly features like a living wall. Funded by over £1 million from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, the project supports economic growth while promoting more sustainable ways of working.



Alexandra Gardens Community Centre energy upgrades

Thanks to funding from the Strong Communities Grant Fund, and match funding from Section 106 developer contributions, the Alexandra Gardens Community Association was able to install additional solar panels and battery storage at its Community Centre to increase its renewable energy capacity.

Previously, the centre had a basic solar array and battery storage system that helped offset the electricity used to heat the main hall via air conditioning. However, the remainder of the building, including the entrance hall, kitchen, and toilet facilities, was still dependent on a traditional gas-fired boiler.

Alongside the new solar panels and battery storage, an electric air conditioning and heating system was fitted throughout the remaining rooms.


New cycle shelter and active travel improvements at Y Bont Faen School

A portion of the Section 106 sustainable transport contribution from the new Clare Garden development in Cowbridge has been used to support active travel improvements at Y Bont Faen School. This includes funding a new cycle shelter to encourage cycling to school, as well as pedestrian enhancements in nearby Borough Close to create a safer and more accessible route for pupils and families walking to and from the school.


View this page in Welsh / Gweld y tudalen hwn yn Gymraeg


Striving to always support sustainable development, our planning projects aim to provide sustainable buildings and enhance the local environment.

This page is designed to show you some examples of the work the Council is doing as part of its planning processes that supports Project Zero.


Murchfield Courts in Dinas Powys

We’re transforming Murchfield Courts in Dinas Powys into a multifunctional outdoor space that promotes active lifestyles and supports local biodiversity. The upgraded site will feature a dual basketball and netball court, flexible for a range of community activities, alongside soft landscaping to enhance wildlife and new seating that doubles as fitness equipment. The project is funded through Section 106 contributions, along with support from Sport Wales and the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund.



The Engine Room in Barry

We’ve transformed the Engine Room Business Centre in Barry Waterfront into a modern, sustainable hub for local businesses. The revamped space now offers 11 high-quality business units with improved accessibility, new communal areas, cycle parking, and a greener heating system, alongside eco-friendly features like a living wall. Funded by over £1 million from the UK Government’s Shared Prosperity Fund, the project supports economic growth while promoting more sustainable ways of working.



Alexandra Gardens Community Centre energy upgrades

Thanks to funding from the Strong Communities Grant Fund, and match funding from Section 106 developer contributions, the Alexandra Gardens Community Association was able to install additional solar panels and battery storage at its Community Centre to increase its renewable energy capacity.

Previously, the centre had a basic solar array and battery storage system that helped offset the electricity used to heat the main hall via air conditioning. However, the remainder of the building, including the entrance hall, kitchen, and toilet facilities, was still dependent on a traditional gas-fired boiler.

Alongside the new solar panels and battery storage, an electric air conditioning and heating system was fitted throughout the remaining rooms.


New cycle shelter and active travel improvements at Y Bont Faen School

A portion of the Section 106 sustainable transport contribution from the new Clare Garden development in Cowbridge has been used to support active travel improvements at Y Bont Faen School. This includes funding a new cycle shelter to encourage cycling to school, as well as pedestrian enhancements in nearby Borough Close to create a safer and more accessible route for pupils and families walking to and from the school.