BlueCastle Capital has secured planning consent for a 50-storey build-to-rent (BTR) development in the centre of Cardiff.
The development, which will provide 528 homes, occupies the final undeveloped plot within the Central Square masterplan, located between the Principality Stadium and Cardiff Central Station.
Designed by 5plus and Layer Studio, the scheme will also feature a standalone two-storey pavilion providing 6,500 sq ft of commercial and restaurant space. The on-site amenity provision will include a gym, co-working space, a wellness area, a roof terrace, a bike hub and a café.
The planning approval builds on a previously consented 35-storey scheme and when it is completed the 50-storey tower will be Wales’ tallest building.
Barry Coltrini, development director at BlueCastle Capital, said: “This is a milestone for our Cardiff project and for the transformation of Central Square. The consent allows us to bring forward a landmark building that will deliver high quality, sustainable homes and meaningful public spaces, while contributing long-term social, economic and environmental value to the city. We are grateful for the constructive engagement with the council, local community and wider stakeholders throughout the planning process.”
