Vale MP Alun Cairns has brought together Cowbridge and Llanblethian Residents Group and the Managing Director of Taylor Wimpey South Wales, Campbell Gregg, to provide an opportunity to discuss ongoing issues at the Taylor Wimpey Darren Farm development. Phase one of the construction of 475 new homes has already commenced at Darren Farm in Cowbridge.
The residents group approached Mr Cairns following concerns that the colour of the stone used by the developers does not resemble the pre-approved grey colour, which is in keeping with the current style of housing in Cowbridge.
The meeting provided an opportunity for residents to outline their concerns relating to the development directly with Taylor Wimpey and resulted in a successful outcome, with Mr Gregg agreeing to consider darkening the colour of the stone facings from phase two onward. The Managing Director also agreed with Alun’s request for ongoing discussions with the residents group so that they can listen to the voice of the community as construction continues.
Mr Cairns said, “I’m really pleased with the outcome of this meeting and would like to thank Mr Gregg for agreeing to meet with us. Engagement with the community is vital, especially when developing housing on the scale seen at Darren Farm. The Cowbridge and Llanblethian Residents Group are keen to work with Taylor Wimpey to ensure that the housing is built in the most sympathetic way and I’m glad that there will be an ongoing discussion from now onwards. Taylor Wimpey will appoint someone to liaise directly with the group, which is a positive step in the right direction.”
