This Pre-Application Consultation is a formal part of the planning application process required in line with Part 1A of the Town & Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Wales) Order 2016 (as amended).  We are required to publish all the documents that will make up our planning application in draft format so that key stakeholders and the local community have the opportunity comment.

There are lots of documents and many are lengthy.  For an overview, you may find the following particularly useful:

Planning Documents

Documents can be viewed from home, or using the computers in any Cardiff Council hub or library.

If you require documentation in other languages or formats please contact channelview@cardiff.gov.uk.

Site Plans

These plans show the location of the bridge and the land that will be needed temporarily during construction.

Proposed Site Plan
Site Location Plan

Other plans and elevations

This series of plans show the architectural design of the bridge.

Proposed Layout Plan
East West Elevations
North South Elevations
Sections and Details
  • A computer generated image of the whole of the bridge, showing the cycle lanes, pedestrian path, seating and the ramp of the bridge to allow for boats to pass underneath. It also shows how the bridge will join to Hamadryad Park, with paving and ramps.
  • A computer generated image of a person requiring wheelchair access using the bridge. This image also shows the curvature of the structure of the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of a cycle user using the bridge. This image also shows the curvature of the structure of the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge showing the individual pedestrian walkway and the cycle tracks being used by pedestrians and wheelchair users.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge showing a cycle user. It also shows the handrails and fencing and the external structure of the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge showing it being used by wheelchair users and cyclists. It also shows the structural design of the bridge, featuring curved metal features, handrails and fences.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge showing incline of the bridge to allow boats to pass beneath. It also shows the support structures of the bridge and the curvature within the design.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge. The image shows pedestrians and cycle users using the bridge together. It also shows the curved structure of the bridge.
  • A computer generated image showing a view of the fencing and hand rails that will be implemented along the bridge for safety purposes.
  • A computer generated image showing a close up view of the fencing and hand rails that will be implemented along the bridge for safety purposes.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge, showing the ramp of the bridge as well as the supports in the water below. It also shows the curvature of the bridge design and the fences either side of the walkway and cycle track on the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of the area of the bridge that boats will be able to pass beneath. It shows the hand rails and the ramp up close as well as the fencing and the curvature of the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of a cycle user and pedestrians using the bridge together. This image also shows the ramp of the bridge to allow for boats to pass underneath.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge. It shows the
  • A computer generated image of the area of the bridge that boats will be able to pass beneath.
  • A computer generated image of the entrance to the bridge from The Marl. The area is paved and shows that the bridge will be split into cycle lanes and pedestrian walk ways.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge that shows that the bridge will be split into cycle lanes and pedestrian walk ways. This image also shows the handrails and the fence either side of the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of the entrance to the bridge from Hamadryad Park. The area is paved and ramps and steps lead up to the bridge. It also shows that the bridge will be split into cycle lanes and pedestrian walk ways.
  • A computer generated image of the area of the bridge that boats will be able to pass beneath.
  • A computer generated image of the area of the bridge that boats will be able to pass beneath, with the A4232 bridge in the distance.
  • A computer generated image of a cycle user and pedestrians using the bridge together. This image also shows the lights built into the hand rails of the bridge to ensure the bridge is lit at night.
  • A computer generated image of a cycle user and pedestrians using the bridge together. This image also shows the ramp to allow for boats to pass underneath as well as seating on the bridge.
  • A computer generated image of a wheelchair user and an additional person using the bridge. This image also shows the curvature of the structure of the bridge and the ramp to allow for boats to pass underneath.
  • A computer generated image of the bridge at sunset, showing the curvature of the bridge design with the A4232 road bridge behind in the distance.

Design and Access Statement

This shows what the proposed bridge will look like and explains how the design has been developed.  It includes a series of images that show what the bridge will look like from different angles.

Proposed Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge Design Access Statement

Planning Statement

This explains how the proposed footbridge complies with planning policy at both local and national level.

Planning Statement

Environmental Statement Non-Technical Summary

This gives a high level overview of the findings of our Environmental Impact Assessment. It is written in non-technical language so provides a good introduction.

Environmental Statement - Non-Technical Summary

Environmental Statement

The Environmental Statement sets out the results of our Environmental Impact Assessment in detail.

This large document is provided in separate sections:

  • Introduction, The Site and Surrounding Area, The Proposed Development, EIA Regulations and Approach to the EIA
  • Air Quality
  • Climate
  • Ecology (Terrestrial) and Arboriculture (including Arboriculture Impact Assessment, as an appendix)
  • Ecology (Aquatic)
  • Ground Conditions and Soils
  • Health
  • Historic Environment
  • Townscape and Visual
  • Transport
  • Water Resources and Flood Risk (including Flood Consequence Assessment as an appendix)
  • Cumulative Effects
  • Appendices – providing additional details relating to the assessments and information on underwater noise and vibration
Environmental Statement Contents
Chapters 1-4 - Introduction
Chapter 5 - Air Quality
Chapter 6 - Climate
Chapter 7 - Terrestrial Ecology and Arboriculture
Chapter 8 - Aquatic Ecology
Chapter 9 - Ground Conditions and Soils
Chapter 10 - Health
Chapter 11 - Cultural Heritage
Chapter 12 - Townscape and Visual
Chapter 13 - Transport
Chapter 14 - Water Resources and Flood Risk
Chapter 15 - Cumulative Effects

Appendices

Appendix 1.1 - Competent Experts
Appendix 4.1 - EIA Scoping Report
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix B1 Figure 1 - Site Location Plan
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix B1 Figure 2 - Environmental Constraints Plan
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix C2 PEA Report
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix C3 Arboricultural Contraints Plan
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix C3 Arboricultural Survey Schedule
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix D1 Geo-env. Desk Study Report Part 1
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix D1 Geo-env. Desk Study Report Part 2
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix D1 Geo-env. Desk Study Report Part 3
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix D1 Geo-env. Desk Study Report Part 4
Appendix 4.1 - Appendix F1 - Email correspondence with the LPA
Appendix 4.2 - Environmental Impact Assessment Screening Opinions
Appendix 4.3 - Responses to EIA Scoping Opinions
Appendix 4.4 - List of Developments - Cumulative Effects Assessment
Appendix 5.1 - Construction Dust Assessment
Appendix 7.1 - Preliminary Ecological Appraisal
Appendix 7.2 - Otter Survey Report
Appendix 7.3 - Species List
Appendix 7.4 - Aboricultural Impact Assessment
Appendix 8.1 - Macroinvertebrate Assessment
Appendix 8.2 - Underwater Noise Assessment
Appendix 8.3 - High Level Scour Assessment of Louisa Wreck
Appendix 9.1 - Geo-Environmental Desk Study Part 1
Appendix 9.1 - Geo-Environmental Desk Study Part 2
Appendix 9.1 - Geo-Environmental Desk Study Part 3
Appendix 9.1 - Geo-Environmental Desk Study Part 4
Appendix 9.2 - Ground Investigation Report Part 1
Appendix 9.2 - Ground Investigation Report Part 2
Appendix 9.3 - Soil Resource Survey Report
Appendix 9.4 - Outline Soil Management Plan
Appendix 11.1 - Cultural Heritage Desk Based Assessment
Appendix 11.2 - Heritage Impact Assessment of Louisa Wreck
Appendix 12.1 - TVIA Tables
Appendix 12.2 - TVIA Photo Sheets Part 1
Appendix 12.2 - TVIA Photo Sheets Part 2
Appendix 12.2 - TVIA Photo Sheets Part 3
Appendix 13.1 - Transport Legislation, Policy and Guidance
Appendix 13.2 - Outline Construction Traffic Management Plan
Appendix 14.1 - Flood Consequence Assessment and Hydraulic Modelling Report
Appendix 14.2 - Water Framework Directive Assessment

Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) Report

This considers the impact of the proposals on the Severn Estuary, which is a European designated site.  It concludes that there are no adverse long term effects.

Habitats Regulations Assessment Report

Outline Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)

This outlines the steps that will be taken to ensure the construction of the bridge is carefully and considerately managed.

Outline Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP)

Landscape Plan

This shows the proposals for landscaping and planting.

Landscape Plan - Hamadryad Park
Landscape Plan - The Marl

Green Infrastructure Statement

This shows how green infrastructure has been considered in the proposals and explains how the bridge will help to link green spaces in the local area.

Green Infrastructure Statement

Consultation Report

This explains the consultation undertaken to date. It documents the technical discussions held with key stakeholders and the findings of the 2022 public consultation.

Consultation Report

Transport Statement

Transport Statement