Hafod has submitted their revised planning application for the proposed demolition of the old sixth form school on Aberthin Road to make way for a host of affordable housing.

The development has caused great controversy amongst local residents who are against the destruction of the historic building.

The revised plans have changed the number of dwellings that will replace the old sixth form.

Instead of the 2018 outline of 48 affordable homes, there would now be a total of 34 after concerns that the development was too big.

The associated works also include the construction of a bespoke bat roost, access/parking, cycle storage and landscaping.

The site is brownfield, comprising the former Cowbridge Comprehensive Sixth Form and ancillary buildings which are vacant and derelict.

The building is over 100 years old. It was originally built in 1896, and further expanded in 1908.

It then became the sixth form college for Cowbridge Comprehensive until the school moved in 2010 and the building became vacant.

It has also been named as one of the most endangered buildings in the UK by the Victorian Society.

Residents have suggested that although they do not object to the proposed usage of the planning application, it is the demolition of the historical building they hold issue with.

Hafod, however, has cited that: ''The site does not lie within a Conservation Area, nor are there any listed buildings, scheduled ancient monuments or public rights of way within the site vicinity that would impact upon the proposals.

''No designated historic assets within the vicinity of the site have been identified that are at risk of having their significance harmed by the proposed development, either in terms of an effect on their physical form/fabric or through change to the contribution made by their setting.''

The application continues to explain that although Hafod had considered the potential of retaining the existing exterior of the building this was not possible. It states: ''The existing structures on site were initially considered in terms of their potential for retention and conversion for residential use.

''The main school building is formed of an irregular footprint, varying floor to ceiling heights, and original construction and extensions from different periods. Accordingly, though conversion is possible, it would result in the provision of very few dwellings.

''Fundamentally, layout and circulation would be problematic, and the quality of accommodation that could potentially be provided would be negated by the size and positioning of existing fenestration.''

Local campaigners have said they will continue to push for the development to be rejected based on the demolition of the historic exterior.

The report of Hafod concluded that: 'The proposal is a rare opportunity to bring high-quality much-needed affordable homes to this part of Cowbridge, adhering with all relevant local and national policies.

''On this basis, it is respectfully recommended that the Vale of Glamorgan Council puts this application forward for approval.''

The council will decide on the application at a planning committee meeting.