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Flood-Hit Homes: Council Buys Out Clydach Terrace Residents
2 Feb
Summary
- Council officials propose buying 16 homes for £2.57 million due to flood risks.
- Residents experience severe anxiety over potential flooding and property damage.
- Previous storms caused extensive damage and insurance difficulties for residents.
Rhondda Cynon Taf council officials have put forward a recommendation to acquire sixteen homes on Clydach Terrace, at an estimated cost of £2.57 million. This significant investment includes incidental costs, relocation assistance, and legal fees, aimed at addressing severe flood risks that have plagued the street.
Residents have reported extreme anxiety, particularly during flood warnings, with concerns for their pets and families. Previous severe weather events, such as Storm Dennis and Storm Bert, submerged pavements and highways, inflicting extensive damage upon properties. The consistent threat has made obtaining insurance difficult and costly for homeowners.
Natural Resources Wales deemed building a raised flood defence wall economically unviable. Consequently, the council's proposal to purchase the affected properties is viewed by residents as the only viable solution to mitigate the persistent danger and daily anxiety associated with living in a flood-prone area.
