Housing improvement projects showcased during county-wide tours
Denbighshire County Council's Chief Executive, Helen White and Heidi McDougall, Head of Housing and Communities recently joined Community Housing and Property teams along with the Lead Member for Housing & Communities Councillor Rhys Thomas, on a series of tours across the county to see first-hand the wide range of housing improvements, new developments and community projects being delivered for residents.
The visits provided an opportunity to showcase investment in existing council homes, progress on new housing developments and the positive impact of community resilience and environmental initiatives.
The first tour, which took place in the north of the county during April, included a visit to Gwynfryn Avenue, Rhyl, where significant improvements have been carried out to homes for families in the area. The works have focused on improving energy efficiency and increasing renewable energy generation, helping residents reduce energy costs while creating more sustainable homes. The group also viewed a vacant property to see the high standard of refurbishment completed before to handing over to our new tenants.
The tour continued to Bruton Park, Rhyl where community facilities developed in partnership with Community Resilience and Countryside Services were highlighted, before moving on to Thornley Avenue to see ongoing works to re-roof the scheme and install PV (Photovoltaic) panels.
A visit to Llys Llen in Prestatyn showcased the Council's first new-build council homes in 30 years, while further stops in West Rhyl demonstrated innovative approaches to housing delivery, including the conversion of office space into high-quality homes and the refurbishment of large Victorian properties into modern family accommodation.
The second tour took place in May and focused on the south of the county. The visit began at Pengwern Community Centre, where staff from South Denbighshire Community Partnership (SDCP) shared information about the wide range of activities and support services available to local residents.
The group then travelled to Clawdd Poncen, Corwen to visit Llygadog, an older persons' housing scheme, where recent improvements to the building, gardens and community facilities were showcased, alongside the activities helping residents remain active and connected.
The tour concluded in Denbigh with a visit to the new homes at Llwyn Eirin before a final stop at Lloyd Avenue to see recently refurbished properties and the popular pump track facility, which is providing a valuable recreational space for local children and young people.
Councillor Rhys Thomas, Lead Member for Housing and Communities, said: “These visits were a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand the positive difference our investment is making to communities across Denbighshire. From improving the quality and energy efficiency of existing council homes to delivering new affordable housing and supporting community-led initiatives, we are committed to creating places where people can thrive.
“It was particularly encouraging to meet the staff and partners who are helping to deliver these projects and to see the benefits they are bringing to residents. The range of work taking place across the county demonstrates our commitment to providing high-quality homes, tackling climate challenges and building stronger, more resilient communities for the future.”
The visits highlighted the breadth of investment taking place across Denbighshire, from improving existing homes and building new housing to supporting stronger, more resilient communities.
The work also supports our Corporate Plan priority of ensuring that Denbighshire has sufficient quality housing that meets people’s needs.