Cyngor Gwynedd gets green light to build nine homes in Morfa Nefyn

Cyngor Gwynedd will move forward with the construction of nine new houses in Pen Llŷn to meet local housing need, after the proposed development received permission from the Gwynedd Planning Committee at its meeting today (13 January).

The development in Morfa Nefyn is part of the Tŷ Gwynedd scheme, which intends to build 90 quality houses that are affordable for local people to buy or rent throughout the county. The aim of the Tŷ Gwynedd scheme is to create affordable, adaptable, sustainable and energy-efficient homes for local people, especially for those who find it difficult to buy or rent a home but may not qualify for social housing.

The Tŷ Gwynedd Morfa Nefyn site will include four two-bedroom homes and five three-bedroom homes, with some of the homes designed to be easily adapted to include more rooms to make them lifelong homes for families.

The development under the Tŷ Gwynedd scheme is part of a wider Housing Action Plan by the Council to tackle the housing shortage in the county and ensure that Gwynedd residents have access to quality affordable housing in their own communities. The Plan intends to provide over 1,000 affordable homes over the next few years.

Once the houses in Morfa Nefyn are ready, it will be possible for local people to apply for them through Tai Teg, which administers affordable housing schemes for Cyngor Gwynedd. The Council encourages anyone interested in applying for one of the houses to check the criteria and register with Tai Teg as soon as possible: https://taiteg.org.uk/en/am-i-eligible-to-apply

Cyngor Gwynedd’s Cabinet Member for Housing and Property, Councillor Paul Rowlinson said:

“I’m extremely pleased to see that this project is moving forward and that we are one step closer to seeing new, quality, affordable homes on this site. Over 80% of the residents of Morfa Nefyn have been priced out of the housing market – a significant proportion who cannot buy a home in their own community. This is unjust and highlights the huge need for affordable homes in the area.

“One of the key principles of the Tŷ Gwynedd scheme is designing homes that prioritise the needs of potential residents. It will be possible to adapt them for growing families by increasing the number of bedrooms. The homes will be affordable for local people and energy-efficient, and therefore comfortable and cheaper to heat – features that are essential for a community like Morfa Nefyn.

"I'm looking forward to seeing the site develop, and the positive impact this will bring to the wider community. I encourage anyone who is interested in applying for one of the houses to check the criteria and register now through Tai Teg.”

The Local Member for Morfa Nefyn and Tudweiliog ward and Nefyn Town Council Member, Councillor Gareth Tudor Jones said:

"There is an urgent need for more affordable housing in Llŷn, and I welcome the news that Cyngor Gwynedd has received planning permission for this development. Nefyn Town Council is equally pleased to see the project progress to the next stage.

“This is an ideal location to build new homes, especially for young families and individuals who have been priced out of the housing market. The site is in an extremely convenient location over the road to an excellent playground and within walking distance of Ysgol Morfa Nefyn.

"Most importantly, this project will mean that more local people can stay in their community rather than having to move away to find an affordable home. It’s a step forward to ensure the long-term sustainability of our Welsh rural communities.”