Plans to build 48 affordable homes at Cae Incline Fields, Bangor are set to go before councillors with a recommendation for approval.
The proposal will be considered by Gwynedd Council’s Planning Committee when it meets on Monday, 2 February 2026.
The full application seeks permission for a 100% affordable housing development, comprising 34 houses and 14 flats, on land allocated for residential use within the Anglesey and Gwynedd Joint Local Development Plan. Officers say the scheme would make a “significant contribution” towards meeting Bangor’s affordable housing needs
The development includes a mix of property types, ranging from one-bedroom flats to five-bedroom houses, alongside bungalows and an assisted-living unit. All homes would be managed by a registered social housing provider and offered through a mix of social rent and intermediate affordable tenures.
The site lies on the outskirts of Bangor, opposite the city crematorium, and is close to several sensitive heritage assets, including the Penrhyn Quarry Railway scheduled ancient monument, the World Heritage Site slate landscape, and the Grade II listed Incline Cottage.
A previous application for 66 homes was withdrawn in 2023 following concerns about the impact on heritage assets. Planning officers say the revised scheme, with reduced housing numbers and a lower density layout, has been carefully redesigned to address those concerns.
The report concludes that the development would preserve key views, retain open space around historic features, and include a Heritage Management Plan, archaeological mitigation, and interpretation measures as part of any consent.
Transport officers raised concerns about pedestrian and cycling safety, particularly access towards Bangor city centre and nearby schools. However, these issues are expected to be addressed through conditions, including the provision of a new pedestrian crossing on the A5, highway improvements, and revised parking arrangements.
Environmental assessments submitted with the application found that impacts on biodiversity, air quality, and noise would be acceptable, subject to conditions. Officers also confirmed that local schools have sufficient capacity and that no education contribution is required.
Importantly, no objections were received from local residents during the public consultation period.
Planning officers conclude that the proposal complies with local and national planning policies and recommend that delegated powers be granted to approve the scheme, subject to conditions and a legal agreement to secure highway works.
