Agenda, decisions and minutes

An apology for absence was received by Councillor Kenneth Hughes who later joined the meeting at 3:10 p.m.

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

Councillor Ann Griffith – Prejudicial Interest in application 6.3 and a Personal Interest in application 7.4

Councillor Victor Hughes – Personal Interest in application 7.3 and a Prejudicial Interest in application 13.1

To submit the minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 6 January, 2016.

The minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 6th January, 2016 were submitted and confirmed as correct.

To submit the minutes of the Planning site visits held on 20 January, 2016.

The minutes of the Planning site visits held on 20th January, 2016 were submitted and confirmed as correct.

The Chair announced there would be Public Speakers in respect of applications 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 10.1, 12.1, 12.2 and 12.4

6.1 39C561/FR – The Lodge, Holyhead Road, Menai Bridge

6.2 42C127B/RUR – Ty Fry Farm, Rhoscefnhir

6.3 45LPA605A/CC – Dwyryd, Newborough

6.1       39C561/FR – Full application for the erection of a Zorb Centre together with the construction of a vehicular access and car park on land at The Lodge, Holyhead Road, Menai Bridge.

It was resolved that a site visit be undertaken in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation for the reason given in the written report.

6.2       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

The Planning Development Manager recommended that the application be removed from the Committee’s schedule until such time as Officers are ready to present it for formal consideration by the Committee.

It was resolved to defer consideration of the application and to proceed in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.

6.3      45LPA605A/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 Planning Development Manager recommended that the application be removed from the Committee’s schedule until such time as Officers are ready to present it for formal consideration by the Committee.

It was resolved to defer consideration of the application and to proceed in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.

7.1 19C1038F – Ty’n Pwll Road, Holyhead

7.2 31C431 – Borthwen, Penmynydd Road, Llanfairpwll

7.3 36C344 – Ysgol Gynradd Henblas, Llangristiolus

7.4 44C250A – Council Houses, Fourcrosses, Rhosgoch

7.5 44C320 - Gorslwyd Fawr, Rhosybol 

7.1       19C1038F – Full application for the erection of a dwelling together with the construction of a vehicular access on land at Ty’n Pwll Road, Holyhead

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee because it has been called-in for the Committee’s determination by a Local Member who also requested that the site be visited. At its meeting held on 6th January, 2016, the Committee resolved to defer determination of the application in order to carry out a site visit which was subsequently undertaken on 20th January, 2016.

Alaw Griffith, a Public Speaker, addressed the meeting in support of the proposal which had been developed following discussions between the applicant, Grwp Cynefin and the Housing Department to meet an identified need for a 3 bedroomed dwelling in Holyhead. She referred to amendments made to the scheme to alleviate Highway impacts. The proposal provides for two parking spaces within the plot and will not exacerbate existing parking issues along Ty’n Pwll Road. She said that confirmation had been received by the Highways Department that Ty’n Pwll Road is not a designated Safe Route.

The Committee asked questions of the Speaker in clarification of the details of the access to the proposed development and potential issues in terms of cars exiting onto Ty’n Pwll Road causing hazards to pedestrians.

Councillor Trefor Lloyd Hughes, a Local Member, spoke of his concerns regarding the proposal on account of the compactness of the site, traffic and pedestrian usage of Ty’n Pwll Road giving rise to safety considerations, parking problems and possible amenity impacts for the occupants of properties situated directly opposite on Ty’n Pwll Road.

The Planning Development Manager reported that as the application site is a vacant parcel of land centrally located in Holyhead which is surrounded by residential development the principle of residential development is accepted. The local concerns regarding the application relate to traffic and pedestrian safety. These have been considered by the Highways Department which takes the view that there is insufficient evidence to show that the highway impacts are such so as to warrant a refusal. A Block plan has been submitted with the application which demonstrates that the application site can adequately accommodate the proposal and it is not considered that the dwelling as proposed would be out of character with other housing in the immediate area.

Some Members of the Committee expressed concerns regarding the proposal’s highway and traffic impacts and consequent effects with regard to pedestrian safety which they felt were unacceptable. Other Members took the view that the addition of one dwelling in this location would not exacerbate the situation as at present given that it will be sited in what is a residential area and is adjacent to existing garages. As the proposed new dwelling will be able to accommodate vehicles within the curtilage of the plot they felt it would not add to parking problems.

The Highways Officer confirmed with regard to movements to and from the highway that whilst the situation  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

None to be considered by this meeting.

None were considered by this meeting.

None to be considered by this meeting.

None were considered by this meeting.

10.1 42C247 – Gwel y Don Yard, Pentraeth

10.1    42C247 – Full application for the erection of a dwelling together with the construction of a vehicular access on land at Gwel y Don Yard, Pentraeth

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is a departure application for which the Officer’s recommendation is to permit.

Mr Elliot Riley-Walsh, a Public Speaker spoke in favour of the application and said that the proposal is in an area of residential development; is for a modern family home with a low carbon footprint; will not cause any visual harm or nuisance but will instead make a positive contribution to the area.

The Planning Development Manager confirmed that the proposal is considered acceptable in terms of land use policy, amenity and traffic generation/access.

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

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

11.1 38C219G – Cae Mawr, Llanfechell

11.2 38C219H/LB – Cae Mawr, Llanfechell

11.1    38C219G - Full application for the change of use and alterations and extensions to the existing outbuilding to create a dwelling at Cae Mawr, Llanfechell

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is made by a relevant officer as defined by the Council’s Constitution as a joint applicant. The application has been scrutinised as required by the Monitoring Officer.

Councillor Kenneth Hughes proposed that the application be approved and his proposal was seconded by Councillor John Griffith.

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

11.2    38C219H/LB – Listed Building application for the change of use and alteration and extension to the existing outbuilding to create a dwelling at Cae Mawr, Llanfechell

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is made by a relevant officer as defined by the Council’s Constitution as a joint applicant. The application has been scrutinised as required by the Monitoring Officer.

Councillor Kenneth Hughes proposed that the application be approved and his proposal was seconded by Councillor Victor Hughes.

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 10C118J/VAR – Bryn yr Odyn, Soar

12.2 14C171H/ENF – Stryttwn Farm, Ty’n Lon

12.3 19C1147A – St.David’s Priory, Llanfawr Road, Holyhead

12.4 28C116U – Maelog Garden Centre, Llanfaelog

12.1    10C118J/VAR – Application under Section 73 to vary the condition specifying the approved plans under permission 10C118H/MIN in order to make amendments to the scheme previously approved under planning permission 10C118A/RE to incorporate changes to substations, equipment monitoring house, inverters, transformers, switchgear building, security measure including CCTV cameras and changes to security fencing on land adjacent to Bryn yr Odyn, Soar

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

Mr Richard Jenkins, a Public Speaker spoke for the application and said that the amendments which he specified, are necessary for the successful and safe operation of the site which Lightsources acquired and developed after the original approval was given. The amendments are standard; do not cause any additional impacts to those considered originally and because some aspects of the infrastructure will be reduced, the impact is less. The Landscape Officer is satisfied that the amendments are suitable and there have been no representations made by the public or consultees. The applicant is liaising with the landowner to agree a permanent sheep grazing licence, and following construction, road repairs were agreed with the Highways Department and have been completed to its satisfaction.

Councillor Ann Griffith speaking as a Local Member said that the residents of Soar are aggrieved and feel that no one is listening to them. They do not object to renewable energy but are fed up with developments and feel there is nothing for them locally and no work locally. They have put up with a lot of inconvenience – construction traffic toing and froing with damage to roads, hedges and ditches and consequent cost to the public purse. Residents feel it reflects a lack of consideration for local people and for the planning process in being retrospective.

The Planning Development Manager informed the Committee that the application is made under Section 73A (rather than Section 73) of the Planning Act as the development has been completed. It is not considered that an EIA is required for the site. The principle of the development is established in the previous granting of planning permission and the site is operational. The application seeks to regularise the development by varying a condition of the original planning permission requiring the development to be implemented in accordance with the approved plans. It is not considered that the proposal causes undue harm in terms of landscape, biodiversity or cultural heritage.

Councillor Jeff Evans proposed that the application be approved and the proposal was seconded by Councillor Richard Owain Jones.

It was resolved to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions set out in the written report. (Councillor Ann Griffith abstained from voting)

12.2    14C171H/ENF – Retrospective application for the erection of a new build holiday accommodation at Stryttwn Farm, Ty’n Lon

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

Mr Peter Jones, a Public Speaker, addressed  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

13.1 42C237D/VAR – Plas Tirion, Helen’s Crescent, Pentraeth

13.1    42C237D/VAR – Application under Section 73 to vary condition (07) (in accordance with approved plans) from planning permission 42C237 so as to amend the layout scheme at Helen’s Crescent, Pentraeth

The application is reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is a departure application for which the recommendation is to permit.

Having declared a prejudicial interest in the application, Councillor Victor Hughes withdrew from the meeting during the discussion and determination thereof.

The Planning Development Manager confirmed that points raised by the letter of objection received (1 other letter of objection having been withdrawn) since the application was approved on 6 January but before the expiry of the date for the receipt of representations have been considered but do not alter the recommendation of approval.

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

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