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UK: Watkin Jones has received a resolution to grant planning permission for a 400-unit coliving scheme at Custom House Street, Cardiff.
The development will deliver the regeneration of a long-standing vacant site in a prominent city centre location, close to Cardiff Central Station and St David’s Shopping Centre.
The scheme will deliver 400 fully furnished coliving studios, and a range of shared amenities, including communal kitchens and dining, lounges, fitness facilities and landscaped communal areas. Publicly accessible coworking spaces on the ground floor will increase activity at street level, contributing to the vibrant city centre environment.
Watkin Jones says that Cardiff continues to experience strong demand for high-quality rental accommodation, particularly from young professionals, with a clear shortage of city centre homes suited to smaller households. The scheme aims to respond directly to this demand, providing professionally managed living while helping retain graduates and young professionals in the city, supporting Cardiff’s continued growth as a leading business and education hub.
In addition to delivering new homes, the development will enhance the surrounding environment through public realm improvements, supporting local businesses and bringing further activity and spend into the city centre.
Subject to completion of a Section 106 agreement, formal planning permission is expected in late summer. The scheme builds on Watkin Jones’ existing presence in the city, with phase one of its Central Quay development, Tai Afon, practically completing last month.
Iain Smith, planning director at Watkin Jones, said: “Bringing this co-living scheme forward marks an important step for a prominent site in the heart of Cardiff that has been vacant for a number of years.” It reflects the strength of demand we continue to see for high-quality, professionally managed rental housing, and how our pipeline is evolving to meet changing living preferences. Custom House will provide much-needed city centre living for Cardiff, while also making a significant contribution to the ongoing regeneration and wider economic activity in the city centre.”
Highlights:
- Watkin Jones has received a resolution to grant planning permission for a 400-unit coliving scheme at Custom House Street, Cardiff
- The development will deliver the regeneration of a long-standing vacant site in a prominent city centre location, close to Cardiff Central Station and St David’s Shopping Centre
- The scheme will deliver 400 fully furnished coliving studios, and a range of shared amenities, including communal kitchens and dining, lounges, fitness facilities and landscaped communal areas
