Agenda, decisions and minutes

Apologies for absent as noted above.

Declarations of interest were made as follows :-

Councillor John Griffith declared a personal but not prejudicial interest with regard to application 13.2 and said that he would be participating in the discussion thereon.

Councillor W.T. Hughes declared a personal and prejudicial interest with regard to applications 11.1 and 12.1.

Councillor Dylan Rees (not a Member of the Planning and Orders Committee) declared an interest with regard to application 7.4 but stated that following legal advice he was able to speak on the application but would leave the Chamber after he had spoken.

Mr. Dewi Francis Jones, Planning Development Manager declared an interest with regard to application 7.6.

To submit, for confirmation and signature, the minutes of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 29 July, 2015.

The minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 29 July, 2015 were submitted and confirmed subject to the inclusion of the word ‘Kingsland’ at the fourth bullet point i.e.

·         Delivery/occupation of Cae Glas vis-à-vis Penrhos and Kingsland

To submit the minutes of the Site Visits held on 19 August, 2015.

The minutes of the Site Visits held on 19 August, 2015 was confirmed.

The Chair announced that there were public speakers in relation to applications 7.1, 7.4, 7.6.

6.1  24C300A/ECON – Tyn Rhos Fawr, Dulas

6.2  29LPA1008A/ECON – Rhos Ty Mawr, Llanfaethlu

6.3  42C127B/RUR – Ty Fry Farm, Rhoscefnhir

6.1  24C300A/ECON – Formation of lakes for fishing and recreation use, erection of a shop and café and a storage building together with associated access roads and parking areas and the installation of a new septic tank on land forming part of Tyn Rhos Fawr, Dulas

It was RESOLVED to defer consideration of the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation as details of the submission needs to be clarified before the matter can be formally considered by the Planning and Orders Committee.

6.2 29LPA1008A/CC – Full application for the erection of a new primary school together with the creation of a new pedestrian access near Bryn Llwyd Estate and a new vehicular access onto the A5025 opposite Rhos Ty Mawr, Llanfaethlu

It was RESOLVED to undertake a site visit in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation as the application is a significant development located at the edge of a village situated in a sensitive areas.

6.3  42C127B/RUR – Full application for the erection of an agricultural dwelling together with the installation of a private treatment plant on land at Ty Fry Farm, Rhoscefnhir

It was RESOLVED to defer consideration of the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation as additional information has been submitted which will need to be analysed and subject to further publicity and consultation.

7.1  19C1145 – Harbour View Bungalow, Turkey Shore Road, Holyhead

7.2  25C28C – The Bull Inn, Llanerchymedd

7.3  25C250 – Tregarwen, Coedana, Llanerchymedd

7.4  34LPA1013/FR/EIA/CC – Link Road, Llangefni

7.5  34C304F/1/ECON – Coleg Menai, Llangefni

7.6  36C338 – Henblas School, Llangristiolus

7.7  40C323B – Bryn Hyfryd, Bryn Refail

 7.1  19C1145 – Full application for the erection of an annexe at Harbour View Bungalow, Turkey Shore Road, Holyhead

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it has been called in by a Local Member.  At the meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee on 3^rd June, 2015 it was resolved to defer the determining of the application in order to await confirmation regarding the ownership of the access road to the dwelling.  Confirmation has now been received that the access track from Turkey Shore Road to the site is owned by the Council over which the applicant has a right of access.  The track immediately adjoining the dwelling is owned by the applicant and it is understood that other properties have a right of way.  At its meeting held on the 29^th July, 2015 the Members resolved to undertake a site visit prior to determining the application.  The site was visited on the 19^th August, 2015.

The Chair invited Mr. Dennis Ryder to address the meeting in support of his application.  Mr. Ryder stated that the annexe is for the use of his sister-in-law who will be caring for him due to illness.

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

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

7.2  25C28C – Full application for the demolition of existing public house and associated buildings at The Bull Inn, Llanerchymedd

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it has been called in by a Local Member.

The Planning Development Manager informed the Committee that the application has been withdrawn.

It was noted that the application had been withdrawn.

7.3  25C250 – Outline application for the erection of a dwelling and installation of a package treatment plant together with full details of the vehicular access on land adjacent to Tregarwen, Coedana, Llanerchymedd

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as an application which is contrary to the adopted Ynys Môn Local Plan but which can be supported under the provision of the Stopped Unitary Development Plan.  The application was deferred at the last meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee as a planning appeal in the locality which raises issues which Planning Officers wish to consider prior to issuing a recommendation and determining the matter.

Councillor K.P. Hughes stated that he considered that the application should be approved as the application is an outline planning application for a dwelling for a local family.  He considered that each application should be considered on its own merit and not dependent on another planning appeal within the local vicinity.  The application is acceptable under the provisions of the Stopped Unitary Development Plan and also conforms to Planning Policy Wales.  The local Community Council supports the application but has some concerns with regard to the access  ...  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.

None to be considered by this meeting.

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

11.1  42C195A – 8 Maes yr Efail, Rhoscefnhir

11.1  42C195A – Full application for demolition of the existing porch together with erection of a new side extension and retention of an existing conservatory at 8 Maes yr Efail, Rhoscefnhir

Having declared an interest in the application, Councillor W.T. Hughes  withdrew from the meeting during the consideration thereof.

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as the applicant is a close relative of an elected member.  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 set out in the written report.

12.1  20LPA1022/CC – Fron Heulog, Cemaes

12.2  43C197 – Môr Awel, Four Mile Bridge

12.3  45C89B – Rhos yr Eithin, Newborough

12.4  45LPA605A/CC – Dwyryd, Newborough

12.5  46C42B – Glasfryn, Ravenspoint Road, Trearddur Bay

12.1   20LPA1022/CC – Full application for the erection of an agricultural building for the housing of livestock on land at Fron Heulog, Cemaes

Having declared an interest in the application, Councillor W.T. Hughes withdrew from the meeting during the consideration thereof.

The application was reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application site is on land owned by the Council.

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 set out in the written report.

12.2  43C197 – Full application for demolition of the existing garage together with the erection of a dwelling on land adjacent to Môr Awel, Four Mile Bridge

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

Councillor Lewis Davies proposed that the application be refused and Councillor Jeff Evans seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to refuse the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.

12.3  45C89B – Retrospective application for the mixed use of land for (i) the siting of up to 12 permanently stored touring caravans and (ii) the use of land as a caravan site for up to 12 touring caravans used between 1^st March and 31^st December each year at Rhos yr Eithin, Newborough

The application was reported to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of a Local Member, Councillor Ann Griffith. 

Councillor Griffith proposed that a site visit be undertaken to allow the Committee to consider issues of the effect on the amenities of near-by properties, the visual impact on the local area and the AONB together with road safety. Councillor Lewis Davies seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to undertake a site visits for the above reasons.

12.4  45LPA 605A/CC – Outline application with all matters reserved for the erection of 17 new dwellings, demolition of the existing toilet block together with the creation of a new vehicular access on land adjacent to Dwyryd, Newborough

The application was reported to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of both the Local Members.

Councillor Ann Griffith a Local Member proposed that a site visit be undertaken to allow the Committee to consider issues of the effect on the area due to the size and the local objection to the application.  Councillor Nicola Roberts seconded the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to undertake a site visit for the above reasons.

12.5  46C42B – Full application for the demolition of the existing dwelling together with the erection of a new dwelling in its place at Glasfryn, Ravenspoint Road, Trearddur Bay

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

Councillor Jeff Evans a Local Member proposed that a site visit be undertaken to allow the Committee to consider the local concerns to the application.

It was RESOLVED to undertake a site  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

13.1  14C28T/1/SCR – Mona Industrial Park, Gwalchmai

13.2  46C427K/TR/EIA/ECON – Penrhos Coastal Park, Cae Glas & Kingsland, Holyhead

13.1  14C28T/1/SCR – Screening opinion for a proposed solar farm with a capacity of 5MW on land at Mona Industrial Park, Gwalchmai

The Planning Development Manager reported that a screening opinion was received for a proposed solar farm with a capacity of 5MW on land at Mona Industrial Park, Gwalchmai. The application site is on land owned by the Council.  It has been determined that an Environmental Impact Assessment is not required for the proposal.

It was RESOLVED to note the report for information purposes only.

13.2    46C427K/TR/EIA/ECON - A hybrid planning application proposing: Outline with all matters reserved except for means of access, for –

A leisure village at Penrhos Coastal Park, London Road, Holyhead comprising : up to 500 new leisure units including new lodges and cottages; Central new hub building comprising reception with leisure facilities including indoor sub-tropical water park, indoor sports hall, and cafes, bars, restaurants and retail; central new Farmer’s Market building; Central new spa and leisure building; A new café and water sports centre at the site of the former Boathouse; demolition of the Bathing House and the construction of a restaurant at its former location; Demolition of other existing buildings including three agricultural barns and three residential dwellings; Providing and maintaining 29 hectares of publicly accessible areas with public car parking and enhancements to the Coastal Path, including: Managed walkways within 15 hectares of woodland, the retention and enhancement of Grace’s pond, Lily pond, Scout’s pond with viewing platforms, the Pet Cemetery, War Memorial, the Pump House and picnic area with bird feeding stations and hides with educational and bilingual interpretation signage created throughout;  Creation of a new woodland sculpture trail and boardwalks and enhanced connection to the Coastal Path. The beach will continue to be accessible to the public providing safe access to the shallow shelving water; A Combined Heat and Power Centre.

Land at Cae Glas: The erection of  leisure village accommodation and facilities which have been designed to be used initially as a temporary construction workers accommodation complex for Wylfa B at land at Cae Glas, Parc Cybi, Holyhead comprising : Up to 315 lodges which will be initially sub-divided for nuclear workers accommodation; Central hub building providing reception and canteen ancillary to accommodation; A Park and Ride facility comprising up to 700 car parking spaces; a new hotel; A lakeside hub comprising restaurant, café, retail and bar; New grass football pitch and cricket pitch; and a Combined Heat and Power centre. To be subsequently converted (post Wylfa B construction) into an extension to the Penrhos Coastal Park Leisure Village comprising: Refurbished lodges and facility buildings to create high quality holiday accommodation (up to 315 family lodges); A Visitor centre and Nature Reserve allowing controlled public access; and Heritage Centre with visitor parking.

Land at Kingsland: the erection of a residential development which has been designed to be used initially as temporary construction workers accommodation at land at Kingsland, Kingsland Road, Holyhead comprising: Up to  ...  view the full minutes text for item 13.