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1.

Apologies

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As noted above.

2.

Declaration of Interest

To receive any declaration of interest by any Member or Officer with regard to any item of business.

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None received.

3.

Minutes pdf icon PDF 91 KB

To submit, for confirmation, the minutes of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 1 November, 2017.

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The minutes of the meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 1 November, 2017 were confirmed as correct.

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To submit the minutes of the Site Visits held on 15 November, 2017.

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The minutes of the planing site visits held on 15 November, 2017 were confirmed as correct.

5.

Public Speaking

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There were public speakers with regard to applications 7.7 and 12.1.

6.

Applications that will be Deferred

None to be considered by this meeting.

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

7.

Applications Arising pdf icon PDF 4 MB

7.1  20C310B/EIA/RE – Rhyd y Groes, Rhosgoch

7.2  20C313A – Ffordd y Felin, Cemaes

7.3  24C300A/ECON – Tyn Rhos Fawr, Dulas

7.4  28C472E – Cartref, Station Road, Rhosneigr

7.5  38C180F/VAR – Gilfach Glyd, Mynydd Mechell

7.6  39C285D – Lon Gamfa, Menai Bridge

7.7  46C168D/DA – Trearddur House, Trearddur Bay

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7.1  20C310B/EIA/RE – Full application for the construction of a 49.99MW solar array farm together with associated equipment, infrastructure and ancillary works on land adjacent to Rhyd y Groes, Rhosgoch

 

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the Committee at its meeting held on 8 November, 2017 resolved to refuse the application contrary to the Officer’s recommendation on the basis that the proposal does not constitute an exception sufficient to allow departure from Policy ADN 2 of the Joint Local Development Plan (Anglesey and Gwynedd).

 

Councillor Richard Griffiths, a Local Member said that he was addressing the Committee to strongly oppose this proposal; he was also representing the local residents of Llanbadrig who have grave concerns as regard to this application at Rhyd y Groes.  He noted that local residents are supportive of Wylfa Newydd project but faced with this immense development of a solar array farm in the locality would put undue strain on the community.  The local Community Councils are also opposed to this development.  He further said that there is speculation as to the generated power from this development; the applicant has said that the capacity of 49.9MW will power 15,500 homes; it is argued that the generated power will only be for 9,500 homes.  The proposed development, if approved, will generate heavy traffic to and from the site.  He considered that these solar panels should be on roofs of houses and commercial properties and not on agricultural land and especially not within rural communities.  Councillor Griffiths asked the Committee to listen to the concerns of the local residents of Llanbadrig and reaffirm its decision to refuse this application.

 

The Planning Development Manager referred to the reasons for refusing the application at the previous meeting as noted within the report.  She noted that further letters of support have been received by Friends of the Earth and the landowners at Rhyd y Groes.  Further letters of objection have also been received by the residents of Buarth y Foel and from the Council for the Protection of Rural Wales.  An independent legal opinion on the decision to refuse the application at the previous meeting of this Committee has been submitted by the applicant and specifically on whether the proposal complies with policy ADN2 of the Joint Local Development Plan.  The Planning Development Manager reported that the applicant has submitted an appeal against the decision of the Committee to refuse the application and this appeal is at present being validated before submission to the Planning Inspectorate.  It was noted that the Authority has a four weeks period to determine the application when the appeal is validated before it falls to the Planning Inspectorate to determine. She further said it was important to report that the applicant has requested a Hearing by the Planning Inspectorate as regard to this application and has stated they will claim costs against the Council which may be substantial. 

 

The Planning Development Manager further reported that the previous  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

8.

Economic Applications

None to be considered by this meeting.

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

9.

Affordable Housing Applications

None to be considered by this meeting.

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

10.

Departure Applications pdf icon PDF 429 KB

10.1  19C587E – 1/3 Parc Felin Ddwr, Holyhead

10.2  42C258A – Tyddyn Orsedd, Rhoscefnhir

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10.1  19C587E – Full application for the erection of a dwelling and garage together with the construction of a vehicular access on land at 1/3 Parc Felin Ddŵr, Holyhead

 

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the proposal is contrary to policies of the Joint Local Development Plan but which the Local Planning Authority is minded to approve. 

 

The Planning Development Manager said that she wished to amend the report as the application was ‘called-in’ by Councillor Shaun Redmond and not Councillor Glyn Haynes.  She said that the design of this application is different to an application already approved on this site but the recommendation is of approval of the application.

 

Councillor Shaun Redmond said that he supported the application but a condition needs to be attached to any approval of the application that the garage on site needs to be for private use only.  Councillor Redmond proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Robin Williams 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 together with an additional condition that the garage on site be for private use only.

 

10.2  42C258A – Full application for the erection of a dwelling to the rear of Tyddyn Orsedd, Rhoscefnhir

 

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the proposal is contrary to policies of the Joint Local Development Plan but which the Local Planning Authority is minded to approve.

 

The Planning Development Manager said that since the adoption of the Joint Local Development Plan, Rhoscefnhir is identified as a ‘cluster settlement’ where any new dwelling must be for an affordable local need on an infill site.  The scheme previously approved on this site was for two dwellings and therefore it reduces the scale and floor space of the site.  The recommendation is of approval of the application.

 

Councillor Robin Williams proposed that the application be approved and Councillor Kenneth 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.

11.

Development Proposals Submitted by Councillors and Officers

None to be considered by this meeting.

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

12.

Remainder of Applications pdf icon PDF 413 KB

12.1  19C1207 – Pentowyn, Holyhead

12.2  19LPA1037/CC – 9a Peibio Close, Holyhead

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12.1  19C1207 – Full application for the demolition of existing dwelling and garage together with the erection of replacement dwelling which includes a balcony and anew garage at Pentowyn, Holyhead

 

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

 

Mr Tudur Thomas (for the proposal) said that Pentowyn has been empty since at least 2014 and following professional advice it was clear that the only practical and cost effective option was to demolish the existing dwelling and to build a replacement dwelling.  There has been no objection locally to the development and the Holyhead Town Council at its meeting held on 4 September, 2017 had no objection.  Following meeting with Planning Officers it was decided to reduce the size and design of the proposed dwelling resulting in a 20% reduction.  Pentowyn lies within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and considerable thought to the design and siting has been undertaken to ensure that the proposal has no adverse visual impact to the locality. The proposed dwelling now will be finished with natural materials, slate, wooden cladding and stone. 

 

The Planning Development Manager said that the application is a full application for the demolition of an existing dwelling and its replacement with a new build dwelling.  The site is within the AONB and is adjacent to the Wales Coast Path. The original submitted plans have been amended and reduced in scale.  The first floor balcony on the north eastern gable of the proposed dwelling has now been replace with an attached garage, incorporating a terrace area as first floor level behind a slated roof.  As part of the amended scheme stonework has been proposed on part of the front elevation in association with painted smooth render and vertical cladding and natural slate is proposed to roof the dwelling. A hedge is also proposed along the boundary in order integrate well into the surroundings.  The AONB Officer has now submitted his comments as regard to the amended plans to reduce the footprint of the proposed dwelling he noted that the reduced scale of the development means that it will integrate better and will enhance the natural beauty of the area. 

 

Councillor Shaun Redmond said that the footprint of the proposed development is partly on the footprint of the current building and is located further back into the garden area; this is in conflict with planning policy TAN13 – Replacement Dwelling.  He also referred to the size of the proposed dwelling and the overlooking of an existing caravan park.  Whilst he appreciated that the size and design of the proposed dwelling has been reduced, the rear elevation will be 7.3 metres from the boundary of the  caravan site.  The SPG - Design generally requires a distance of 10.5 metres but these seems to be acceptable by the Planning Officer.  He questioned if this set a precedence for future developments by allowing the distance to be reduced?  The Planning Development Manager responded that as  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

13.

Other Matters pdf icon PDF 696 KB

13.1  11LPA101N/1/LB/CC – Ysgol Syr Thomas Jones, Amlwch

13.2  34C614/ECON – Burgess Ltd., Bridge Street, Llangefni

13.3  36C351B/MIN – Tyn Llwyd, Rhostrehwfa

13.4  45C467D/MIN – Pen Parc, Penlon

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13.1  11LPA101N/1/LB/CC – Listed Building Consent for door replacement and fire door installations at Ysgol Syr Thomas Jones, Amlwch

 

It was RESOLVED to note that the application will be forwarded to the Welsh Ministers for determination in accordance with Regulation 13 of the Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Areas) Act 1990.

 

13.2  34C614/ECON – Outline application for the demolition of the existing building and erection of a mixed use building comprising of A1, A2, A3 uses and 45 residential apartments at Burgess Ltd., Bridge Street, Llangefni

 

To note that the application has been withdrawn by the agent.

 

13.3  36C351B/MIN – Minor amendments to scheme previously approved under planning permission 36C351 so as to amend the finish of the dwelling together with additional windows to the garage at Tyn Llwyd, Rhostrehwfa

 

The Planning Development Manager reported that a minor amendment application was received for amendments to the scheme previously approved under planning application reference 36C351A/VAR.  The amendments being sought were to amend the finishing material by way of replacing the approved stone cladding with facing bricks and introduce facing brick in the side elevation/return of the proposed garage and the installation of velux windows in the front elevation of the proposed garage and installation of a window in the side elevation of the garage.  The local planning authority has determined the application and the proposed amendments were deemed to be non-material.

 

It was RESOLVED to note the information.

 

13.4  45C467D/MIN – Minor amendments to scheme previously approved under planning permission 45C467B/DA so as to amend the dwelling finish from timber to render on land adjacent to Pen Parc, Penlon

 

The Planning Development Manager reported that a minor amendment application was received for amendments to the scheme previously approved under planning application reference 45C467B/DA.  The amendments being sought were to amend the finishing material at the end gables (north and south elevations) from timber cladding to render.  The local planning authority has determined the application and the proposed amendments were deemed to be non-material.

 

It was RESOLVED to note the information.