A public meeting for would-be trustees of an affordable housing scheme in Britain’s smallest city will take place this evening.

A previous public meeting was held last year with the aim of establishing whether there was public support for the community-led scheme, which would see 100 affordable homes, and a new public swimming pool being built, following the closure of the old facility in 2009.

County Councillor David Lloyd said: “A large turnout of local people and organisations revealed that there was widespread support for the project on which basis it was decided to progress to the next stage which would be the preparation of a business plan to evaluate the financial viability.”

The first draft of the business plan has now been prepared, thanks to funding from the Welsh Government.

Cllr Lloyd said: “Although in their early stages, the figures indicate that the project is viable. Work in the New Year will refine the business plan prior to seeking funding for the scheme. Should this stage be successfully completed the next all important stage would be to proceed to making the planning application.”

The current model for the project is for the development land at Glasfryn Road to be held by a Community Land Trust, which is a non-profit organisation made up of volunteers. Would be trustees are also invited to tonight’s meeting.

Cllr Lloyd said: “If you have an interest in becoming involved in this important work, either because you have the relevant skills and experience, or simply because you have a passion to make a difference in the community then get in touch with me without delay.”

The meeting will take place at 7pm this evening in the Memorial Hall, St Davids.