Agenda, decisions and minutes

Apologies for absence were submitted as noted above.

Declarations of Interest were received and recorded under the respective items.

To submit, for confirmation and signature, the minutes of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 7^th November, 2012.

The minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 7 November, 2012 were submitted and confirmed as correct.

To submit the minutes of the site visit held on 21st November, 2012.

The minutes of the site visit held on 21 November, 2012 were submitted and confirmed as correct.

The Chair informed the Committee that there would be public speakers in respect of applications 7.1 and 7.2.

6.1 – 10C114A – Tai Moelion, Ty Croes (1)

6.2 – 37C174C – Tre Ifan, Brynsiencyn (3)

6.3 – 39C285D – Lon Gamfa, Menai Bridge (5)

6.4 – 41C103N – Ty Gwyn, Penmynydd (7)

6.1 10C114A Full application for the siting of a solar array farm on land adjacent to Tai Moelion, Ty Croes

The Planning Development Manager informed the Committee that it is recommended that Members visit the application site prior to making any determination on account of the nature and scale of the development.

It was resolved to undertake a site visit in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.

6.2 37C174C Full application for the erection of one wind turbine with a maximum hub height of up to 36.5m, a maximum rotor diameter of up to 30m and a maximum vertical tip height of up to 46.1m together with the installation of a control kiosk and access track on land at Tre-Ifan, Brynsiencyn

The Planning Development Manager reported that it is considered that it would be beneficial for  the Members to view the site and its context prior to determining the application.

It was resolved to undertake a site visit in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.

6.3 39C285D Full application for the erection of 17 dwellings on land at Lon Gamfa, Menai Bridge

The Planning Development Manager informed the Committee that the Local Member had requested that a site visit be made; it was also considered necessary for Members to view the site and its context before considering the application in the meeting scheduled for January, 2013.

It was resolved to visit the application site for the reasons stated.

6.4 41C103N Full application for the erection of one wind turbine with a maximum hub height of up to 44m, rotor diameter of up to 33m and a maximum upright vertical tip height of up to 62m, the construction of an access track together with the erection of an equipment housing cabinet on land at Ty Gwyn, Penmynydd.

The Planning Development Manager reported that a site visit was held on 21^st November, 2012.However, new information with a view to addressing an objection to the application by the Countryside Council for Wales has just been received. In order to allow consultees an opportunity to review that information it is recommended that the application is deferred with a view to presenting a full report and recommendation to the Committee’s meeting in January, 2013.

It was resolved to defer the consideration of the application for the reason given.

7.1 – 20C277 – Tai Hen, Rhosgoch (9)

7.2 – 44C292 – Llety, Rhosybol (34)

7.1 20C277 Full application for the erection of one wind turbine with a maximum hub height of up to 44m, rotor diameter of up to 56m and a maximum upright vertical tip height of up to 72m together with the erection of a transformer station, utility housing and new access track and hardstanding land at Tai Hen, Rhosgoch.

The application was reported to the Committee as it had been decided that delegated powers will not be used in connection with wind turbine developments. A site visit was carried out in August 2012.

Prior to the Committee’s considering the application, the Legal Services Manager reminded the Committee that changes in the Planning Matters Procedure Rules had been in effect on a  12 month pilot basis, the two major changes affecting this Committee being the prohibiting of a Local Member on the Committee from proposing, seconding or voting on an application in his/her electoral ward, and that a Member of the Committee had to be present during every previous consideration of an application including a site visit in order to participate in the consideration and determination of the application  subsequently. The pilot had come to an end last month and a report on the matter with a view to implementing the changes permanently is to be considered by the County Council on the 6^th December. The Executive in its deliberation on the issue has recommended a further 12 month trial period. The Legal Services Manager advised Members that technically therefore this meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee is operating under the old Planning Matters procedure rules in force before the pilot changes. However it is a matter for the Members as individuals to decide at their own discretion whether they wish to adhere to the changed rules even though technically those are not in force but having regard to the recommendation to be made to the County Council. 

The Chair invited Mairede Thomas, an objector to the application to address the Committee.

Mairede Thomas informed the Committee that she was speaking on behalf of the owners of Ty’n y Gors and she proceeded to draw Members’ attention to the following issues in respect of the application:

·           The proximity to Tyn y Gors of the group of turbines at the back of the property, the nearest turbine being 46m high and situated at a distance of 520 metres from the House. The resultant effect when standing in the garden is overbearing.

·           The comparative scale of the current application which is for a 72m high turbine at a distance of 445m from the property. 

·           Tyn y Gors is surrounded on one side by the 24 turbines of the Rhyd y Groes wind farm; there are 15 turbines to the North East; four to the North and another 5 to the North West. To the South the Llyn Alaw wind farm can be glimpsed and two further turbines have been approved to the Southeast.

·           The owners of Tyn y Gors have spent  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

None to be considered by this meeting.

There were none to be considered at this meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee.

None to be considered by this meeting.

There were none to be considered at this meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee.

10.1 – 24C268E – Gwelfor, Cerrigman (52)

The Planning Development Manager informed the Committee that the application was a departure from the development plan which the local planning authority is minded to approve on the grounds that it can be supported under the Stopped Ynys Môn Unitary Development Plan. Moreover the advanced stage reached in the preparation of the Stopped Ynys Môn Unitary Development Plan means that in this instance weight can be attributed such as to outweigh the provisions of the development plan. The application is on an infill plot, there is previous planning history to the site and the current application is for a renewal of planning permission. 

Councillor Jim Evans proposed that the application be approved and the proposal was seconded by Councillor Eric Roberts.

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

11.1 – 19C1015A – English Methodist Church, Longford Road, Holyhead (61)

11.2 – 49C171G/1 – 4 Gorwelion,Y Fali (66)

11.1 19C1015A Full application for the erection of five dwellings together with the construction of a new vehicular and pedestrian access at English Methodist Church, Longford Road, Holyhead, Ynys Môn

The application has been presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the applicant is related to a relevant officer as defined within paragraph 4.6.10.42 of the Constitution. The application has been scrutinised by the Monitoring Officer as required under paragraph 4.6.10.4 of the Constitution.

The Development Control Manager informed Members that the Town Council had now responded to the application and although the Council does not object to this specific application it has expressed concerns regarding the traffic situation within the area in general. The HighwaysOfficers are however satisfied with the development.

Councillor Eric Roberts proposed that the application be approved and the proposal was

seconded by Councillor Clive McGregor.

It was resolved to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the conditions contained within the report and to no additional adverse comment being received by the closing date for representations of 12th December.

11.2 49C171G/1 Full application for alterations and extensions at 4 Gorwelion,

Valley, LL65 3AP

The application has been brought for determination by the Planning and Orders Committee as the applicant is related to a “relevant officer” as defined within paragraph 4.6.10.42 of the Constitution. The application has been scrutinised by the Monitoring Officer as required under paragraph 4.6.10.4 of the Constitution.

The Development Control Manager confirmed that no objection to the proposal had been received and that the design of the proposed extensions was acceptable.

Councillor Clive McGregor proposed that the application be approved and his proposal was seconded by Councillor Eric Roberts.

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

12.1 – 11C591 – 16 - 21Bor Trehirion, Amlwch (70)

12.2 – 19C1105 – 1-2 Llys Watling, Caergybi (75)

12.3 – 46LPA965/CC – Lôn ISallt, Trearddur (79)

12.4 – 48LPA851C/CC – Canolfan Ailgylchu Gwalchmai, Gwalchmai (83)

12.1 11C591 Change of use of derelict land to form a nature and recreation area on land to the rear of 16-21 Bro Trehirion, Amlwch

Councillor W.T.Hughes declared an interest in this application but having received legal advice that the interest was personal and not prejudicial under Paragraph 12 of the Code of Conduct he remained at the meeting and participated in the discussion and voting thereon.

The application has been reported to the Planning and Orders Committee as the land is owned by the Isle of Anglesey County Council. The Local Member has also called the application to the Planning Committee due to local residents’ concerns.

The Chair informed Members that the Local Member has requested that the Committee visit the site.

It was resolved to visit the application site in accordance with the Local Member’s request.

12.2 19C1105 Full application for the installation of a below ground cut-off drain, inspection chamber and small packaged pump station on land adjacent to 1-12, Llys Watling, Holyhead, LL65 2PB 

The application has been presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is made on Council owned land.

The Development Control Manager informed the Committee that since the report had been drafted representations had been received from the

occupants of Flats 10 and 11 at Llys Watling who although not opposed to the application had expressed concerns regarding the potential noise that might be produced by the proposed pump station which is also an issue raised in the Officer’s report. Since writing the report the Authority’s Environmental Health Officer has confirmed that the pump station will not create a nuisance in terms of noise effects.

It was resolved to approve the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation subject to the condition contained within the report.

12.3 46LPA965/CC Full application for the widening of the slipway on land at Lôn Isallt, Trearddur Bay, LL65 2UN

The application has been referred to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is made on Council owned land.

Councillor Clive McGregor proposed that the application be approved and the proposal was seconded by Councillor Kenneth Hughes. 

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

12.4 48LPA851C/CC Upgrade to the household waste recycling centre at Gwalchmai Recycling Centre, Gwalchmai

The proposal has been brought to the attention of the Planning and Orders Committee as it is made by the Council’s Waste Management Department.

The Development Control Manager explained that the application was in relation to traffic management on site and is intended to separate public and commercial traffic flows at the site for safety purposes and also for increased ease of use of the site. The recommendation is one of approval with an amendment to condition 2. A condition cannot require a site to be kept “clean”

and “tidy” as that is a subjective test.

Councillor Eric Roberts proposed that the application be approved with the amendment and the proposal  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

13.1 – 33C258A – Cefn Poeth, Penmynydd (90)

13.2 – 37LPA968/CC – Bryn Derwydd, Brynsiencyn (92)

13.1 33C258A Application to determine whether prior approval is required for the erection of an extension to the existing agricultural shed for the housing of animals at Cefn Poeth, Penmynydd.

The Planning Development Manager reported that it had been determined that the prior approval of the Local Planning Authority was not required for the above development and that it constitutes permitted development. The matter has been reported to the Planning and Orders Committee therefore for information as the applicant is related to a member of staff.

It was resolved to accept the report and to note the information.

13.2 Application to determine whether prior approval is required for the erection of an agricultural shed for the storage of machinery and fodder at Bryn Derwydd, Brynsiencyn.

The Planning Development Manager reported that it had been determined that the prior approval of the Local Planning Authority was not required for the above development and that it constitutes permitted development. The matter has been reported to the Planning and Orders Committee therefore for information purposes only.

It was resolved to accept the report and to note the information.