Agenda, decisions and minutes

As noted above.

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

Councillor Glyn Haynes declared a personal interest in applications 6.1 and 12.1 and following legal advice he was able to take part in the discussion and voting thereon.

Councillor Ken Taylor declared a personal interest in applications 12.2 and 12.3 and following legal advice he was able to take part in the discussion and voting thereon.

To submit, for confirmation, the minutes of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4 September, 2024.

The minutes of the previous meeting of the Planning and Orders Committee held on 4 September 2024 were confirmed as correct.

To present the minutes of the Site Visits held on 18 September, 2024.

The minutes of the Site Visits held on 18 September 2024 were confirmed as correct.

There were Public Speakers in respect of application 7.1 and 7.2.

6.1 – FPL/2024/76 – Land North of Y Garnedd, Llanfairpwll

FPL/2024/76

Councillor Glyn Haynes declared a personal interest in this application and following legal advice he was able to take part in the discussion and voting thereon.

6.1  FPL/2024/76 – Full application for the erection of 27 affordable dwellings, construction of internal access road, diversion of public rights of way, creation of a landscaping bund, erection of acoustic fence and associated works on land North of Y Garnedd, Llanfairpwll

The Chair said that the Officer’s recommendation was that a site visit be conducted to enable members to view the site and its surroundings.

Councillor Geraint Bebb proposed that the site be visited in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation.  Councillor Neville Evans seconded the proposal of a site visit.

It was RESOLVED that a site visit be undertaken in accordance with Officer’s recommendation.

7.1 – FPL/2023/173 – Mostyn Arms, St George’s Road, Menai Bridge.

FPL/2023/173

7.2 – FPL/2022/289 -  Ynys Y Big, Beaumaris Road, Glyngarth, Menai Bridge

FPL/2022/289

7.1  FPL/2023/173 – Full application for the change of use of the former public house (Use Class A3) to a residential care facility (Use Class C2) together with alterations and extensions at Mostyn Arms, St George’s Road, Menai Bridge

The application was presented to the Planning and Order Committee at the request of a Local Member.  At the meeting held on 4 September, 2024 the committee resolved to undertake a site visit which subsequently took place on 18 September, 2024.

Public Speaker

Mr Owain Hughes, Russell Hughes Cyf., Architects, spoke as Agent to the application and said that the application is to re-develop an unoccupied public house.  The building has been empty since 2009 and the condition of the building has slowly deteriorated and has become and eyesore and a local nuisance. The development is for a residential care facility – not a HMO as claimed locally – it will be a home for vulnerable elderly people who need a little certainty, some assistance or extra care.  The intention fully conforms with Planning policy TAI 11 as the site is within the development boundary. The site is within easy walking distance of the town centre and its services and facilities including transport to other locations and the Social Services Department have been consulted on a number of occasions and they are supportive and confirm that such a facility is needed.  The Conservation Officer, is supportive of the intention to restore the building to its original form while removing the bay windows and creating a more attractive building which replicates the original building. The Highways Department have been consulted and they are supportive of the intention, it is considered that the parking spaces are sufficient considering the previous use as a pub had no parking provision and that it is in a sustainable location with plenty of parking spaces within the town.  A  number of letters of support have been received by the planning department ; it is clear that local businesses and local people want to see this building developed.  The developer has a proven history of working closely with the authority on high quality developments in Menai Bridge. Without doubt, the proposal will get rid of what is currently considered to be a public nuisance and an eye sore in what is considered as a jewel in the crown of Menai Bridge. It will reduce the number of complaints to the Authority, local councillors and the Police and will therefore reduce the pressure on public services.   The development is in line with the planning policies, highways requirements, character of the conservation area and ecologists.

The Planning Development Manager reported that the application site is located within the development boundary of the local service centre of Menai Bridge.  The building has been empty for 15 years and will continue to deteriorate as it is currently in poor condition.  The proposed use is for a 10-bedroom residential care facility (Use Class C2).  Policy TAI 11 of the Joint Local Development Plan  ...  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.

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

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

12.1 – Land to the North-East of Gwel y Llan, Llandegfan

FPL/2024/105

12.2 – FPL/2024/7 - 107-113, 116-122, 133-152 Tan y Bryn Estate, Valley

FPL/2024/7

12.3 – FPL/2024/78 Bron Heulog Flats, Valley

FPL/2024/78

12.4 – FPL/2024/29 – Land at Amlwch Port

FPL/2024/29

12.1  FPL/2024/105 – Full application for the erection of 30 residential dwellings (100% affordable housing units), alterations to existing access, creation of new access and internal access road together with associated works at land to the North-East of Gwel y Llan, Llandegfan

Councillor Glyn Haynes declared a personal interest in this application and following legal advice he was able to take part in the discussion and voting thereon.

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

Councillor Alun Roberts, a Local Member requested that a site visit be undertaken to the site due to the concerns of the Community Council and residents as regards to access to the site and traffic issues especially during construction works.  The developer has said at a local meeting that the development will take up to 2 years to complete and there will be substantial effects on the neighbouring estate.

Councillor Geraint Bebb proposed that a site visit be undertaken to the site in accordance with the Local Member’s request.  Councillor Neville Evans seconded the proposal of a site visit.

It was RESOLVEDto visit the site in accordance with the Local Member’s request.

12.2  FPL/2024/7 – Full application for renovation works to the existing flats, installation of solar panels on the roofs together with hard landscaping and associated works at 107-113, 116-122, 133-152 Tan y Bryn Estate, Valley

Councillor Ken Taylor declared a personal interest in this application and following legal advice he was able to take part in the discussion and voting thereon.

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application site is owned by the Isle of Anglesey County Council.

The Planning Development Manager reported that the application relates to seven blocks of flats on the Tan y Bryn Estate, within the development boundary of Valley.  The application is for renovation works to the existing flats, installation of solar panels on the roofs together with hard landscaping and associated works.   The external renovation works to the flat blocks consist of external wall insulation, slate roofs and new windows and doors.  These works will improve and modernize the external appearance of the flats, which will be finished to a high-quality standard utilising materials appropriate to its surroundings.  Thirty-two solar panels will be installed on the roof of each flat block, on either the front or rear elevation depending on which elevation received the most sunlight.  This will improve the sustainability of the properties and will provide a renewable energy source.  The external landscaping will see the removal of the existing boundary treatments that consist of chain link fences, timber panels and steel railings.  New 1.8m high timber fences will be installed, together with new concrete paths and bin stores.  This will improve the visual appearance of the site and the area.  The application site is located in a built-up area, with several neighbouring properties in the vicinity, including the residents of the flat blocks.  ...  view the full minutes text for item 12.

None to be considered by this meeting.

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