Cardiff Parkway, a proposed new business district and railway station in the East of Cardiff, has been granted planning permission by the Welsh Government.
Cardiff Parkway will form part of a 90,000sqm business district that could support up to 6,000 jobs, and provide a sustainable transport hub that will promote active travel, and easy access to frequent rail services.
The project team will now review the decision letter to consider the conditions and establish a programme for delivery.
Nigel Roberts, Chairman of Cardiff Parkway Developments, said:
“We are delighted that the first minister has approved our planning application following an extremely thorough process. Cardiff Parkway will be a sustainable, well-connected business district with public transport and active travel at its heart. The scheme will now be able to bring opportunities to our local communities, the city region and the wider economy. I would particularly like to thank those residents in St Mellons and the surrounding areas for engaging positively throughout the process.
We will work closely with local, Welsh and UK stakeholders in this shared endeavour. Our ambition is to ensure that the scheme delivers on its commitments, including to improve local transport, deliver economic opportunities, and preserve, protect and enhance the local environment.”
Cardiff Parkway Station is the first of six stations that were proposed by the South East Wales Transport Commission (Burns Commission), to receive planning permission. It will now provide a step change in sustainable transport for residents and businesses across the region. Located equidistant between Cardiff and Newport, and just south of the A48(M) and M4 motorway, Cardiff Parkway will allow passengers to travel to the centres of Cardiff and Newport in seven minutes.
The improved transport links provided by Cardiff Parkway will help the local community access employment opportunities and services in central Cardiff, South Wales and beyond. People from across the wider region will also be able to access enhanced rail connectivity, reducing traffic and helping the environment.
Cardiff Parkway will make a significant contribution to the regeneration of East Cardiff and the growth ambitions of the Cardiff Capital Region.
To find out more about the plans for Cardiff Parkway:
- Website: www.cardiffhendrelakes.com
- Freephone: 0800 464 0850
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