Agenda item

12.1 MAO/2022/27 - Minor amendments to scheme previously approved under planning permission FPL/2021/337 so as to amend the approved plans at the Former Roadking Truckstop, Parc Cybi, Holyhead

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is for minor amendments to the scheme, as noted within the Officer’s reports, which was approved by the Committee in determining planning application FPL/2021/337 at its meeting held on 2 March, 2022.

The Development Management Manager reported that in considering the scale of the approved development together with the minor nature of the proposed changed, it is considered acceptable to deal with the changes via a non-material amendment application.

Councillor Ken Taylor proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Jeff Evans seconded the proposal of approval.

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

12.2 ADV/2023/1 – Application for the replacement of interpretation sign at Amlwch Watchtower, Amlwch

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application is being made by the County Council.

The Development Management Manager reported that the proposal is a small scale development to provide a heritage interpretation board adjacent to the Watchtower in Amlwch. It is of an appropriate design and scale to ensure integration into the site and no impact upon neighbouring properties, roads or the Conservation Area and complies with relevant planning policies.

Councillor Ken Taylor proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Jeff Evans seconded the proposal of approval.

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

12.3 ADV/2023/2 – Application for the erection of an interpretation sign at Upper Car Park, Upper Quay Street, Amlwch Port

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application is being made by the County Council.

The Development Management Manager reported that the proposal is a small scale development to provide a heritage interpretation board in the public ar park located on Upper Quay Street, Amlwch. It is of an appropriate design and scale to ensure integration into the site and no impact upon neighbouring properties, roads and footpaths, or the surrounding area and complies with relevant planning policies.

Councillor Jeff Evans proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Dafydd Roberts seconded the proposal of approval.

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

12.4 ADV/2023/3 – Application for the replacement of interpretation sign at Main Square Car Park, Amlwch

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application is being made by the County Council.

The Development Management Manager reported that the proposal is a small scale development to provide a heritage interpretation board in the Main Square Car Park located on Upper Quay Street, Amlwch. It is of an appropriate design and scale to ensure integration into the site and no impact upon neighbouring properties, roads or the Conservation Area and complies with relevant planning policies.

Councillor John I Jones proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Robin Williams seconded the proposal of approval.

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

12.5 ADV/2023/4 - Application for the siting of 2 non-illuminated signs at

Parys Mountain, Amlwch

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application is being made by the County Council.

The Development Management Manager reported that the proposal is a small development to erect two non-illuminated arrival/car parking signs located at the entrance to the Parys Mountain car park. It is of an appropriate design and scale to ensure integration into the site and no impact upon roads and footpaths or the surrounding area and complies with relevant planning policies.

Councillor Ken Taylor proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Jeff Evans seconded the proposal of approval.

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

12.6 HHP/2022/342 - Full application for alterations and extensions at

Islwyn, Holyhead Road, Llanfairpwll

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of a local member due to concerns that the development will impact the neighbouring property.

Councillor Robin Williams, and a Local Member proposed that a physical site visit be undertaken to the application site due to the effect on local resident’s amenities and it would be beneficial for the Committee to view the site.

The Development Management Manager reported that the proposal is a small scale extension which he considered that it would not have a significant effect on the neighbouring property and the length of the extension is only 0.5m larger than an extension which could be built under permitted development rights.

Councillor T Ll Hughes MBE seconded the proposal for a physical site visit to the site.

It was RESOLVED that a physical site visit be undertaken for the reasons given.

12.7 HHP/2022/244 - Full application for demolition of the existing garage together with the erection of a two storey annex at Lancefield, Ffordd Cynlas, Benllech

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of a local member on the grounds of over-development of the site and adverse impact on the neighbours’ amenities.

The application had been withdrawn.

12.8 FPL/2021/231 - Full application for the erection of 27 affordable dwellings, construction of internal access road, diversion of Public Right of Way, creation of a landscaping bund, erection of acoustic fence and associated works on land North of Y Garnedd, Llanfairpwll

Having declared a personal and prejudicial interest in the application, Councillor Glyn Haynes left the meeting during discussion and voting thereon.

Having declared a personal interest in the application and following legal advice, Councillor Ken Taylor 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 previous Elected Member.

Public Speaker

Mr Rhys Davies, Cadnant Planning, spoke in support of the application, and said that this is an application for 27 affordable dwellings in Llanfairpwll. The need for affordable homes in Llanfairpwll is apparent with over 70 families or young people on the list for an affordable homes in the village; these people are the future of the village. In this case, the developer has discussed the intention with Officers from the Council’s Housing Department for years and have come to an agreement that these houses would be transferred to the Council if the development is approved. Unfortunately, even though the need for affordable homes is clear in this case and that the development is acceptable when considered under Policy TAI 16 of the Local Development Plan, a problem has become apparent when trying to create a proposed surface water drainage system for the development. There has been considerable discussions on this matter and so far, unfortunately, no agreement has been found. The County Council refuse to accept surface water into the highways system of Llanfairpwll even though the developer is willing to improve the flood prevention system for the village. Also, even though there is a surface water ditch opposite the site near the A55, the Highways Department of Welsh Government have refused to accept connection to this water ditch; even though that there is an intention to significantly prevent the flow of water so that it would be less than comes off the surface of the field. There is a third option which is to connect to a ditch on the land of the Community Council but again, the Community Council have refused to agree to this. This situation is very frustrating for the developer, for the Housing Department of Anglesey Council and also for a number of local families who seriously need affordable homes in Llanfairpwll. It is not the developer who is losing out here but young people and families. Mr Davies urged the Committee to defer this application and send a clear message to everyone that the Council is supportive of the intention and that the Authority specifically asks the Officers and Welsh Government Officers to hold a joint meeting to urgently discuss this matter.

The Development Management Manager reported that the application was submitted in August 2021 and no progress has been made as the applicant has failed to provide an acceptable method of surface water disposal. The Local Authority Drainage Section are not supportive of the disposal of surface water into the highways drainage system due to historical surface water drainage issues in the area. Subsequently, it is understood that the applicant has explored other avenues for surface water drainage, although an appropriate method has not yet been identified. The Community Council, who are the owners of the adjacent field to the proposed development, have refused to sell the land to the developer to create a drainage system. Due to time that has lapsed and the failure of the applicant to demonstrate a reasonable prospect of finding a suitable alternative method of surface water disposal, the proposal is to refuse the application. This will afford the applicant time to explore other avenue as regards to the proposal and submit a new application to the Local Planning Authority.

Councillor Dyfed W Jones, a Local Member said that he agreed that there is a need for affordable housing in Llanfairpwll. However, there are local concerns that this site is not suitable for affordable dwellings. He further said that there is a need to resolve the flooding and drainage issue in Llanfairpwll that occur and if this application is to be resubmitted.

Councillor Robin Williams, and a Local Member said that there has been concerns locally as regards to this application for a number of years and the access to the site is inadequate and is outside the development boundary of Llanfairpwll. He further said that there are also drainage issues which have been highlighted within the area.

Councillor Geraint Bebb proposed that the application be refused in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation. Councillor Robin Williams seconded the proposal of refusal.

It was RESOLVED to refuse the application in accordance with the Officer’s recommendation as contained within the written report.

12.9 TPO/2022/24 - Application for works to trees protected by a Tree Preservation Order at Parc Twr, Llanfairpwll

The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application is being made by the County Council.

The Development Management Manager reported that the application if for tree works to trees protected by a TPO within the woodland surrounding the Marguess’ Column and along the A5. 13 trees are proposed for removal, whilst another 13 may require root pruning during construction. This is a small minority of edge trees within the woodland and appropriate mitigation measures are in place in the interest of tree health and amenity. He further said that the justification behind the proposal is to facilitate road improvements along the section of the A5, together with a potential multi-use pedestrian/cycle path between Llanfairpwll and Menai Bridge.

Councillor Robin Williams proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Geraint Bebb seconded the proposal of approval.

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

Supporting documents:

Enclosure DD, item 12. PDF 6 MB