Agenda, decisions and minutes

There were no apologies for absence.

To receive any declartion of interest by any Member or Officer in respect of any item of business.

Declarations of interest were made as follows :-

Councillor R.O. Jones declared an interest with regard to applications 7.1 and 10.1.

Councillor T.V. Hughes and W.T. Hughes declared an interest with regard to application 12.3.

Councillors Lewis Davies, Ann Griffith, John Griffith, Vaughan Hughes and Nicola Roberts declared an interest with regard to application 7.4 on account of the reference to Wind Turbines within the Plaid Cymru Manifesto but stated that they would be keeping an open mind in relation to the application.

To submit, for confirmation and signature, the minutes of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4 February, 2015.

The minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4 March, 2015 were submitted and confirmed as correct.

To submit the minutes of the site visit undertaken on 18 February, 2015.

The minutes of the site visits held on 18 February, 2015 were submitted and confirmed as correct.

The Chair announced that there were public speakers with regard to applications 7.2 and 7.4.

6.1  33C304B/ECON – Junction 7 of the A55 near Cefn Du, Gaerwen

6.1 33C304B/ECON – Outline application with some matters reserved for the demolition of the existing farm, erection of a science park, creation of a car park together with the creation of a new vehicular access at Junction 7 of the A55 near Cefn Du, Gaerwen

It was RESOVLED to defer consideration of the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation for the reason given in the written report.

7.1  17C44M/MIN – 6 Gerddi Hafod Lon, Llandegfan

7.2  31C419A – Hafod y Bryn, Llanfairpwll

7.3  34C553A – Ty’n Coed, Llangefni

7.4  41C66G/RE – Marchynys, Penmynydd

7.1  17C44M/MIN – Minor amendments to scheme previously approved under planning permission 17C44J to vary condition (10) so as to allow for the submission of the details of the balcony screening prior to occupation of the dwelling at 6 Gerddi Hafod Lon, Llandegfan

Councillor R.O. Jones had declared an interest in this application; he withdrew from the meeting during consideration and voting thereon.

The application is presented to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of Councillor Lewis Davies as a Local Member.  At the meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4 February, 2015 it was resolved to visit the site.  The site visit took place on 18 February, 2015. 

The Development Control Manager reported that the proposal is an application under Section 96A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for a non-material amendment to scheme previously approved under planning permission reference 17C44J for the erection of a dwelling. 

Councillor Lewis Davies stated that he believed that it was important that the Committee viewed the site to evaluate the effects of the proposal on the amenities of the neighbouring properties.  He stated that he would not be voting in respect of this application as he considered that the dwelling was substantial in size and was having an effect on neighbouring dwellings.  

Councillor K.P. Hughes proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Vaughan Hughes 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.

7.2   31C419A – Outline application with all matters reserved for the erection of 2 dwellings on land at Hafod y Bryn, Llanfairpwll

The application is presented to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of Councillor A.M. Mummery as a Local Member.  At the meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4 February, 2015 it was resolved to visit the site.  The site visit took place on 18 February, 2015. 

The Chair invited Mr. Gerallt Parry to address the meeting as an objector to the application. Mr. Parry made the following points:

·           A similar application for the erection of 2 dwellings was refused in October 2014 due to highway issues;

·           The cul-de-sac at Trem Eryri is narrow and erecting 2 further dwellings would generate further traffic problems.  Refuse lorries already having to mount the kerb to pass parked vehicles;

·           2 disabled parking bays are located at Trem Eryri and the increase in traffic would cause traffic issues at the estate;

·           The development would be at a higher level and out of scale with existing dwellings;

·           The dwelling at Hafod y Bryn is already served by an access and the development should utilise this access rather than through Trem Eryri estate;

The Committee’s Members were given the opportunity to question Mr. Parry.  Councillor Lewis Davies questioned if emergency vehicles would have difficulties accessing the site.  Mr. Parry responded that some vehicles already have to mount the kerb to pass parked vehicles. 

The Chair  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

None to be considered by this meeting.

None were considered by this meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee.

None to be considered by this meeting.

None were considered by this meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee.

10.1  24C288B – Hafod y Grug, Penysarn

10.1  24C288B – Full application for the re-siting of dwelling previously approved under planning permission reference 24C288A together with alterations to the appearance on land adjacent to Hafod y Grug, Penysarn

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application is contrary to the adopted Ynys Môn Local Plan but can be supported under the Stopped Unitary Development Plan. 

The Planning Development Manager reported that the dwelling has been erected to slab level at the time of the department’s investigation into anomalies with respect to its positioning.  The floor level has been reduced from previously approved dwelling by approximately 1 meter from Hafod y Grug. 

Councillor Lewis Davies proposed that the application be approved and Councillor T.V. Hughes 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.

None to be considered by this meeting.

None were considered by this meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee.

12.1  25C247 – Cae Tan Parc, Coedwig Street, Llanerchymedd

12.2  33C295B – 4 Nant y Gors, Pentre Berw

12.3  33C3036 – Ysgol Esgeifiog Gaerwen, Lôn Groes, Gaerwen

12.4  34LPA1006A/CC – Glan Cefni Flats, Llangefni

12.5  45C452 – Berllan Estate, Llangaffo

12.1  25C247 – Full application for the creation of a footpath around the existing football pitch at Cae Tan Parc, Coedwig Street, Llannerchymedd

The application is presented to the Planning and Order Committee as the site is on Council owned land.

Councillor T. Victor Hughes proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Nicola Roberts 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.

12.2  33C295B – Full application for the erection of a dwelling together with alterations to the existing access on land adjacent to 4 Nant-y-Gors, Pentre Berw

The application is presented to the Planning and Order Committee at the request of the Chair of the Planning and Orders Committee.

Councillor T.V. Hughes as a Local Member proposed that the application site be visited to allow the Committee to view the access to the site. Councillor R.O. Jones seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to visit the application site in accordance with the request by a Local Member.

12.3  33C306 – Full application for the erection of a nursery/circle/club school building on land at Ysgol Esceifiog, Gaerwen, Lon Groes, Gaerwen

(Councillors T. Victor Hughes and W.T. Hughes declared an interest and left the meeting during discussion and voting thereon.)  The Vice-Chair took the Chair for this item.

The application is presented to the Planning and Order Committee as the site is on Council owned land.

The Planning Development Manager reported there is no objection to the land use in respect of this application but since the preparation of the report the Highways Authority has requested further information in respect of the increase in the level of traffic to the site.  He suggested that the Committee could afford power to act to the Officer’s to discuss the concerns of the Highways Authority.

Councillor Lewis Davies proposed that the application be approved with power to act to the Officers to discuss further with the Highways Authority.  Councillor Nicola Roberts seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to delegate approval of the application and to grant the Head of Planning Services Officer power to act following consultation with the Highways Authority in respect of the level of traffic entering the site.

12.4  34LPA1006A/CC – Full application for alterations and extensions, demolition of existing garage, erection of a new garage together with landscaping work at Glan Cefni Flats, Llangefni

The application is presented to the Planning and Order Committee as the site is on Council owned land.

The Planning Development Manager reported that the Highways Authority has requested that a Traffic Management Plan be attached to the application.

Councillor Nicola Roberts proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Vaughan Hughes 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.

12.5  45C452 – Outline application for the erection of a dwelling together with full details  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

13.1     37LPA857A/CC – Fodol, Llanedwen

13.2    Repairs Notice and Compulsory Purchase of the former Market Hall, Stanley Street, Holyhead

To submit a report by the Head of Planning and Public Protection in relation to the above.

13.3      Cyngor Sir Ynys Môn/Isle of Anglesey County Council (Traffic Regulation Order) (Various Locations Llangefni) Order 2015

To submit a report by the Chief Engineer in relation to the above.

13.1  37LPA857A/CC – Application to determine whether prior approval is required for the erection of an agricultural shed for the storage of animal feed, straw and machinery on land at Fodol, Llanedwen

The Planning Development Officer reported that it was determined that prior approval of the Local Planning Authority was not required for the above development and that it constituted permitted development.

It was RESOLVED to note the report for information.

13.2  Repairs Notice and Compulsory Purchase of the former Market Hall, Stanley Street, Holyhead

Submitted – a report by the Project Manager (Holyhead THI) in relation to the above.

The Project Manager (Holyhead THI) reported that the Market Hall building has deteriorated since 2001, as monitored by CADW’s building at risk nationwide survey.  The building was partially vacant since 1999 and fully vacant since 2005, the deterioration is ongoing and without action there is a likelihood of localised collapse leading to a loss in the building’s significance and character.  It was noted that the costs associated with the repairs notice and compulsory purchase order will be met through the Townscape Heritage Initiative/VVP funding.

Councillor Jeff Evans stated the Market Hall is a key building in Holyhead which has been allowed to deteriorate and is now in a dangerous condition.  He fully supported the Officers in respect of repairs notice and subsequent compulsory purchase notice on the owners. 

Councillor Nicola Roberts questioned who will be faced with the maintenance of the Market Hall in the future as the Council is selling assets at present?  The Project Manager responded it will be a matter for the Executive to decide but a 25 year maintenance plan has been included within the business proposals of the scheme which has been fully costed.

Councillor T.Ll. Hughes a Local Member stated that Holyhead has received a VDP grant of £7m to regenerate the town.  If the Market Hall is left to deteriorate further it is likely that the place will become dangerous to the general public.  This issue has arisen within the town already as the old Crown Restaurant has been taken over the Holyhead Town Heritage Initiative due to its dilapidated state.

Councillor Nicola Roberts stated that she would abstain from voting in respect of this item.

It was RESOLVED :-

·           To authorise, under 3.4.3.8 of the Constitution, the Head of Environment and Technical Services on the instructions of the Head of Planning and Public Protection to acquire the former Market Hall (subject to the Council’s Asset Management Procedures) from the current owner through negotiation, as a listed building in need of repair under Section 52 of the Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

·           To authorise, under 3.4.3.8 of the Constitution, the Legal Services Manager on the instructions of the Head of Planning and Public Protection, to serve a Repairs Notice, under Section 48 of the Planning (Listed Buildings & Conservation Areas) Act 1990, for the proper preservation of the former Market Hall, Holyhead, a Grade II Listed Building.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 13.