Agenda, decisions and minutes

Apologies for absence were presented as noted above.

Declarations of Interest were made as follows:-

Mr John Alun P Rowlands, Technician (Highways Department) declared an interest in Item 7.1 (personal interest);

Councillor Jeff Evans declared an interest in respect of Items 12.3 and 12.6.

Councillor R G Parry, OBE declared an interest in respect of Item 11.2.

To submit for confirmation, the minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4^th June, 2014.

The minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4th June, 2014 were presented and confirmed as correct.

To submit the minutes of the site visit held on 18^th June, 2014.

The minutes of the Planning Site Visit held on 18^th June, 2014 were presented and confirmed as correct.

The Chair informed the Committee that there were public speakers in respect of applications 12.7 and 12.8.

The Chair referred to the right to speak in relation to application 7.1, and informed the Committee of her decision not to allow further public speaking as the right to speak had been exercised at the last meeting.

6.1  41C125B/EIA/RE – Bryn Eryr Uchaf, Menai Bridge

6.1   41C125B/EIA/RE - Full application for the erection of three 800kW – 900kW wind turbines with a maximum hub height of up to 55m, rotor diameter of up to 52m and a maximum upright vertical tip height of up to 81m, the improvements to the existing access to the A5025 road together with the erection of 3 equipment housing cabinets on land at Bryn Eryr Uchaf, Menai Bridge.

It was RESOLVED to defer consideration of the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendations for the reasons outlined in the written report.

7.1  22C40A – Cae Maes Mawr, Llanddona

7.2  29LPA996/CC – Maes Maethlu, Llanfaethlu

7.3  46C38S/ECON – Sea Shanty House, Lôn St.Ffraid, Trearddur Bay

7.1   22C40A - Full application for the demolition of existing dwelling and garage, together with the erection of a replacement dwelling and garage, stables, installation of a package treatment plant and alterations to the vehicular access at Cae Maes Mawr, Llanddona

The application was reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it had been called in to the Committee by two of the Local Members. A site visit was held on 18th June, 2014.

Having declared an interest in this application Mr John Alun Rowlands, Highways Technician withdrew from the meeting during the discussion thereon.

The Planning Development Manager reported that the Committee were minded to refuse the application contrary to Officer’s recommendation, and the application is now before Committee to be reconsidered. The Officer stated that the Planning Department have responded to reasons for the refusal, but continue to recommend approval of the application.

A Local Member, Councillor Carwyn Jones asked the Committee to adhere to the decision taken at the last meeting and refuse the application for the following reasons:-

•  Llanddona Community Council is unanimously against erecting a large house with 5 en-suite bedrooms; 

•  The proposed development is within an AONB area;

•  Planning Policy Wales states that the AONB should have the same status as the National Parks in terms of scenic landscapes; 

•  The site is visible from Traeth Coch looking towards Llanddona;

•  The Welsh Government state that Local Members are under pressure to do everything within their powers to protect areas within the AONB;

•  This application is 87% larger than the existing dwelling;

•  The beach is a Blue Flag beach.

Councillor Jones re-affirmed  that the Community Council were not against developing the site, but stated that any new dwelling should be in keeping with the area and within the AONB designation.

Councillor Lewis Davies, as a Local Member gave a summary of his proposal from the last meeting to support the decision as it stands and refuse to redevelop due to the scale, height and design of the development. He emphasised that he was not against developing the site, but suggested that the design and scale of the proposed development be amended and re-submitted. He stated that the views of Llanddona Community Council were important as they represented local people and the community.

Councillor Davies further stated that the Council’s AONB Officer raised concerns about the visual effect from the beach and coastal path. The coastal path is very important to tourism and gives the impression that the door is open to any development in this conservation area.  The developer stated that the proposal was 40% bigger than the original dwelling, but according to the Committee’s estimation, it was more than 90%. Councillor Davies referred to the potential for further landslides due to erosion in the area, and stated that every application should be examined in detail. He further stated that the AONB, according to Welsh Government guidelines, should be afforded the same status as National Parks. Councillor  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

None to be considered at this meeting.

None were considered at this meeting.

None to be considered at this meeting.

None were considered at this meeting.

10.1  13C141B – Llain y Delyn, Bodedern

10.2  30C759 – Fairacre, Benllech

10.3  31C134E – Cae Cyd, Llanfairpwll

10.1   13C141B – Full application for the erection of 3 pairs of semi-detached dwellings on land at Llain y Delyn, Bodedern

The application has been presented to Committee as the site is allocated under Policy 14 and 38 of the Ynys Môn Local Plan. The application constitutes a departure from this allocation.

The Planning Development Manager reported that the proposal was within the development boundary of Bodedern, and had been earmarked for a bowling green in 1996.  Over the years, half of the field has disappeared and been used for development, and the remaining land is suitable for building. The Council’s Rural Housing Officer has confirmed there is a need for this type of housing in the Bodedern area.

Councillor Ken Hughes as a Local Member supported the application subject to a Section 106 agreement with provision attached to the application for affordable housing.

Councillor John Griffith, as a Local Member raised the issue of sewerage problems in Bron y Graig.

Councillor Ken Hughes proposed that the application be approved and Councillor John Griffith seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions listed in the written report.

10.2   30C759 - Full application for the erection of a new dwelling on land adjacent to Fairacre, Benllech

The application has been presented to the Planning and Orders Committee because it is a departure from the Unitary Development Plan.

Councillor Richard Owain Jones proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Lewis Davies seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions listed in the written report.

10.3   31C134E – Full application for the erection of 5 dwellings together with the construction of a vehicular access on land adjacent to Cae Cyd, Llanfairpwll

The application was presented to the Committee as an application contrary to the adopted Ynys Môn Local Plan, but that can be supported under the Stopped Unitary Development Plan.

The Planning Development Manager stated that a similar application for outline planning permission was brought before the Committee in May and permission was granted.  He stated that this proposal was for a full application, whereas previously it was a departure application, and was outside the development boundary of the Local Development Plan, but within the boundary of the Unitary Development Plan. He went on to explain that as a full application, it is treated as a new application, and therefore has to be dealt with as such. He referred to the Planning Committee in May, when the application was for approving 5 houses. The only difference now is the appearance of the houses and how they fit in to the application site.

Councillor Meirion Jones, as a Local Member stated that some of these new dwellings overlook the houses within the vicinity.

The Planning Development Manager referred to the assessment in the outline application and again in this application. The nearest property at Cae  ...  view the full minutes text for item 10.

11.1  14C232B/VAR – Rhyd Ysbardyn Uchaf, Llangefni

11.2  16C199 – Post Office, 38 High Street, Bryngwran

11.3  37C174D – Tre-Ifan, Brynsiencyn

11.1   14C232B/VAR - Application under Section 73 for the variation of condition (03) of planning permission reference 14C232 (demolition of the existing dwelling together with the erection of a new dwelling) so as to allow the submission of the Interim Certificate before the dwelling is occupied at Rhyd Ysbardyn Uchaf, Llangefni.

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the applicant is a ‘relevant officer’ as defined with the Constitution. The application has been scrutinised by the Monitoring Officer as required under Paragraph 4.6.10.4 of the Constitution.

Councillor John Griffith proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Lewis Davies seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions listed in the written report.

11.2   16C199 - Full application for the change of use of the Post Office (use class 1A) to a dwelling (use class C3) at Post Office, 38 High Street, Bryngwran

Councillor Bob Parry declared an interest in this application, but was not present at the meeting.

This application has been brought before Committee as the applicant is related to a Councillor. The application has been scrutinised by the Monitoring Officer as required under paragraph 4.6.10.4 of the Constitution.

Councillor Lewis Davies proposed that the application be approved and Councillor John Griffith seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions listed in the written report.

11.3   37C174D - Full application for proposed farm tracks at Tre-Ifan, Brynsiencyn

The application has been brought before the Planning and Orders Committee as the applicant is the son of a Local Member and has been scrutinised by the Monitoring Officer as required under paragraph 4.6.10 of the Constitution.

The Planning Development Manager reported that the main issue is the effect of the track on the landscape. The Planning Authority is happy that the application will not have a detrimental effect on the area.  Discussions have taken place with CADW to safeguard and protect ancient monuments on the site.

Councillor Ken Hughes proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Lewis Davies seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions listed in the written report.

12.1  12C431C/LB – Gwynfa, Beaumaris

12.2  19C792H – Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead

12.3  19LPA434B/FR/CC – Jesse Hughes Community Centre, Holyhead

12.4  19LPA999/CC – 1 Market Hill, Holyhead

12.5  19LPA1000/CC – 42-44 Market Street, Holyhead

12.6  19LPA1001/CC – Empire Cinema, 39 Stanley Street, Holyhead

12.7  31C14V/1 – 34 Cil y Graig, Llanfairpwll

12.8  36C328A – Bodafon, Llangristiolus

12.9  46C168A/FR – Trearddur House, Lôn St Ffraid, Trearddur Bay

12.1   12C431C/LB - Listed Building consent to replace the existing window with French doors at Gwynfa, Beaumaris

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of a Local Member.

Councillor Alwyn Rowlands, as a Local Member reported that the application was submitted last year. Part of this application was to modify a room to the front and side of the building to allow for disabled access. The present exit is via the front door and the proposal is for a French door to be fitted where a window is now sited. The door is the exact pattern as that agreed for the front of the house in the previous application on 7th February this year. The bottom of the window is only 1 foot from the ground. The Beaumaris Town Council support the application.

The Planning Development Manager stated that the application was to remove the present window and replace it with a door. He explained that this was not a planning application, but a listed building consent application on which CADW would make a decision.

Councillor Richard Owen Jones proposed to approve the application subject to a condition that door panes be changed to small glazed units that would blend in with the area. Councillor Raymond Jones seconded this proposal.

It was RESOLVED to recommend to CADW that the application be approved contrary to the Officer’s recommendation in accordance with the condition agreed by Members.

12.2   19C792H - Full application for the change of use of the garage and storage building into bunkhouse accommodation at Breakwater Country Park, Holyhead

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the Council owns the land.

Councillor Ken Hughes proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Richard Owain Jones seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions listed in the written report.

12.3   19LPA434B/FR/CC - Full application for the refurbishment of the existing buildings, demolition of the link extension together with the erection of a new two storey extension at Jesse Hughes Community Centre, Holyhead

Councillor Jeff Evans declared an interest in this application; he remained at the meeting but did not vote or participate in the matter. He took no part in the discussion of voting on the application.

The application was presented to the Planning Committee as the Council owns the land.

A Local Member, Councillor Trefor Lloyd Hughes requested that the Committee defer the application as there had been an initial failure to consult with the relevant Local Members and he was awaiting a response to a request for information that was relevant to the application.

Councillor Lewis Davies proposed that the application be deferred and Councillor Richard Owain Jones seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to defer the application to await a response to a request for information by Councillor Trefor Lloyd Hughes, as a Local Member.

12.4   19LPA999/CC - Full application for the erection of a  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

None to consider at this meeting.

None were considered at this meeting.