New Home Construction in Caerphilly
Once a site in Caerphilly has planning permission and the pre-commencement conditions are cleared, building can start. We organise the groundworks, utilities and roads first, then build the homes in phases, with building control inspections at key stages. Every home is built to the building regulations or building standards that apply in the nation where the site sits.
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- Direct purchaseSuitable sites, with or without planning
- UK-wideEngland, Wales, Scotland and NI
Sites we take on near Caerphilly
About 9 miles west of Newport, Caerphilly is part of our Gwent coverage, centred on postcode district CF83. Risca is the closest neighbouring place we cover, at about 6 miles, followed by Pontypridd and Cardiff.
Typical work around Caerphilly: land with an expired or ageing consent, sites that need a fresh planning strategy and in-principle consents that still need detailed approval. Because Caerphilly is in Wales, land titles are registered with HM Land Registry and transfers attract Land Transaction Tax (LTT).
If you have a site near Caerphilly that is stuck, a short call is the best place to start.
Our approach in Caerphilly
Warranty considered early
Most mortgage lenders expect a new home to carry a recognised structural warranty, so warranty provider requirements are considered from the design stage.
Respect for neighbours
Site traffic, working hours, noise and dust are managed under a construction management plan where the council requires one, and neighbours know who to contact.
From land to keys
The people who buy or promote the land also plan the build, so the scheme that wins planning is one that can be delivered on site.
Built to the right regulations
Each home is built to the building regulations or building standards of its nation, with inspections at key stages of the build.
Planning in Caerphilly: the Welsh rules
Drainage has its own approval in Wales. Most new developments of more than one home, or with 100 square metres or more of construction area, need sustainable drainage approval from the council's SuDS Approving Body, separate from planning permission, before building starts. For land around Caerphilly, that shapes layout and how many homes fit, so our free site appraisal looks at it alongside access, Local Development Plan policy and the biodiversity requirements of Planning Policy Wales.
In Wales, the Building Regulations are set by the Welsh Government and differ from England's, including on energy efficiency. Sustainable drainage must be approved by the SuDS approving body before construction starts on most sites, and affordable homes funded by Welsh Government grant are usually built to the Welsh Development Quality Requirements.
| Land transaction tax (paid by the buyer) | Land Transaction Tax (LTT) |
|---|---|
| Land registration | HM Land Registry |
| How a sale becomes binding | As in England, a land sale becomes legally binding on exchange of contracts and finishes on completion, with the title registered at HM Land Registry. |
| Developer contributions | Section 106 planning obligations, plus the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) where the council has adopted it |
Common questions in Caerphilly
What are pre-commencement conditions?
They are planning conditions that must be satisfied before any work starts on site, such as approving drainage details, materials or a construction management plan. Starting work without discharging them can put the permission at risk. We deal with them before work begins, together with any planning obligations that apply to the site.
Do new homes have to be energy efficient?
Yes. Each nation's building regulations or building standards set energy efficiency requirements for new homes, and these have been tightened over recent years. In Scotland, new homes generally need zero direct emissions heating, such as heat pumps. England and Wales are moving to higher standards through updates to their own regulations.
What are building regulations?
Building regulations set minimum standards for the design and construction of buildings, including structure, fire safety, energy efficiency, drainage and accessibility. England, Wales and Northern Ireland each have their own regulations, approved through building control. Scotland has building standards, and work needs a building warrant from the council before it starts and a completion certificate at the end.
What happens to the roads and sewers on a new development?
On many developments the new roads are built to the highway authority's standards and then adopted, so the council maintains them. Sewers can similarly be adopted by the water company. Where roads or open spaces are not adopted, they are usually looked after by a management company funded by residents, and buyers should check this before reserving.
Do you take on planning and building work in Caerphilly?
Yes, on sites we buy, option, promote or develop in partnership in Caerphilly and elsewhere in Gwent, including Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Risca. We do not take on planning or building work for third parties as a consultancy.
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