The new plans for the tower development in Cardiff would tower over the existing record holder, Swansea’s 29-storey Meridian Tower, at 50 storeys
REAP 3, subsidiary of BlueCastle Capital, has revised its plans for a mixed use tower development located next to Cardiff Central Station and the Principality Stadium, which would be the tallest building in Wales if approved.
The site already had full planning permission, granted in May 2024, for a 35-storey mixed use development, with commercial use on the ground floor and over 500 residential units above. 344 of the apartments will be one-bed, whilst 184 will have two bedrooms.
The new proposals have been revised to capitalise on the success of the wider Central Square area, creating ‘a high quality mixed-use development that will create a new landmark at this important location in the heart of the city centre’.
REAP 3 commented in the design and access statement that:
“The site is located at a key junction in Cardiff city centre, positioned between Cardiff Central Station and the Principality Stadium.
“It forms part of a major pedestrian route connecting transport, retail, and civic destinations, and experiences extremely high footfall, especially on matchdays when the stadium hosts up to 80,000 visitors.
“This prominent setting places strong demands on the public realm to be resilient, legible, and welcoming, supporting both everyday use and peak crowd conditions. The proposal responds by embedding nature-based solutions, enhancing wayfinding, and delivering a landscape that supports climate resilience, biodiversity, and cultural identity.
The statement goes on to say: “The success of the project will rely heavily on the quality of both the service provided and the environment created. High standards of design and finishes will be complemented by the thoughtful arrangement of spaces to enhance the resident experience. The entrance will be designed to ensure a secure, high-quality entry experience.”
Local residents are encouraged to read on the plans and submit feedback here.
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