reparatory works are due to start on a key building in Llanelli Town Centre ahead of formal planning approval.
Number 49 Stepney Street is being redeveloped as part of a significant investment in the town centre to transform, regenerate and connect its key retails and leisure areas.
Carmarthenshire County Council has submitted plans which could see the former YMCA building retain much of its character whilst providing high quality living space and commercial units
The works would include the restoration of the front façade of the building, along with the retention of the perimeter wall, main internal structural walls and bringing back many original features such as the ornate staircase.
Subject to planning approval the rest of the building would be redeveloped to include two floors of commercial space on the ground and first floors, with eight two–bedroom living spaces on the upper floors.
There will also be residents parking spaces on the ground floor.
The works currently underway will prepare the building for redevelopment and include stripping and clearance of old materials.
Carmarthenshire County Council leader, Cllr Emlyn Dole said: “Many generations of people from Llanelli will have special memories of using this fantastic building over the years and it is such a shame to see it lay empty and falling into disrepair – we’re proud to be leading on this scheme to breathe new life into it once again.”
The council has already spent £4.5million buying empty shop units from private ownership, renovating and bringing them back in to use at affordable rental levels – all of them currently occupied by independent businesses
A Local Development Order has been put in place to simplify the planning process for property owners and potential investors
This project is being procured via the South West Wales Regional Contractors Framework. Carmarthenshire County Council has appointed a regional contractor who will develop the project alongside local supply chains.
For further information on this framework, email TSSWWRCF@carmarthenshire.gov.uk
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