Briz-Tim wrote:I might be wrong but I think there are approved plans for at least three 70m to 90m towers in central Bristol. Quite a big shift from 10 or 20 years ago. Probably what's changed is that there's been something of an economic boom/bubble in inner Bristol, but like Cardiff, there is a shortage of land available for development hence the move back to taller buildings, at least in certain parts.
Bristol does have quite a number 'high-rises' but namely from the post-war era, including a large number of council tower blocks. The taller stuff also seems to be mixed in with everything else and not as clustered together like in Cardiff. Also lots more 'taller' mid-density stuff dotted around too.
The damage from the post-war period means the city will never be that keen on embracing high-rises imo. Cardiff isn't quite as restricted in terms of historic bits that need protecting, and like others have said there's only so much land available to develop, so it makes sense to make the most of the available footprint.
Yes, on average, Bristol city centre is much taller than Cardiff -
on average. Plus, the comment from URBANO stating that Bristol has turned its back on taller buildings is false as you have clearly stated. However, im not completely sure where the city stands in terms of tall buildings following their vote to lift the height cap. I've only heard of one 80m+ tower approved, which is currently under construction.