Agenda item
Remainder of Applications
12.1 – FPL/2023/49 - Canolfan Addysg Y Bont, Clidwrn Road, Llangefni
12.2 – FPL/2023/38 - Ysgol Gynradd Bodorgan Primary School, Bodorgan
12.3 – HHP/2023/51 – Lancefield, Ffordd Cynlas, Benllech
12.4 – ADV/2023/6 - Watchtower, Amlwch
12.5 – MAO/2023/2 - Land near Bryn Glas Estate, Brynsiencyn
12.6 – FPL/2022/219 - 1, Lon Deg, Holyhead
Minutes:
12.1 FPL/2023/49 – Full application for the retention of a prefabricated building to the located on the land temporary until an additional 5 years to house two classrooms and toilets for use by pupils at Canolfan Addysg y Bont, Cildwrn Road, Llangefni
The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the land is owned by the Council.
The Development Management Manager reported that the application is for the retention of a prefabricated building to be located on the land temporary until an additional 5 years to house two classrooms and toilets for the use by pupils at Canolfan Addysg y Bont. The prefabricated building was initially requested in order that essential extensive maintenance works could be undertaken to the roof at Canolfan Addysg y Bont. The prefabricated building enabled pupils to continue to access learning through as much face to face learning as possible whilst the essential works continued. The essential works to the roof has now been completed, however, the Property Section has requested to retain the prefabricated building on the land for an additional 5 years during which pupil numbers will be monitored and long-term solutions to provide additional space in the school will be investigated. It is not considered that the proposal has any impact upon the area as it is located with the curtilage of the school nor is it adjacent to residential properties.
Councillor Nicola Roberts, speaking as a Local Member said that there is a dire need for the prefabricated building as the school is over capacity.
Councillor Geraint Bebb proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Alwen Watkin 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 report.
12.2 FPL/2023/38 – Full application for the change of use of the former primary school into a community centre at Bodorgan Primary School, Bodorgan
The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the application site is owned by the Local Authority.
The Development Management Manager reported that the application is for the change of use of the former primary school into a community centre. He noted that 24 letters of support for the application have been received with 2 letters of objection and he wished to amend the Officer’s report that the Bodorgan Community Council had responded during the consultation process and had noted that they had concerns as regards to the lack of information as regards to the application, the validity as to who is the applicant, the building is damp, no electricity and fire safety reports submitted, lack of structural report, traffic and parking issues, no ecological survey submitted together with issues relating to the lease of the building. However, the application is for the change of use of the building and issues raised are not required for such an application. He noted that the Ecology Officer has stated that there is no need for an ecological survey and there is no need for a structural report as the current building is to be used. Fire and electrical issues are not planning issues as they are relevant to building control matters. Material considerations as regards to the lease and the validity of the applicant is neither a planning matter.
The Development Management Manager further reported that the proposal involves the change of use of the former primary school into a community centre with no external changes proposed as part of the development. A Community Council has been part of the use of the primary school for a number of years, with this application proposing to expand the Community Centre use to the whole site after the educational use ceased. The applicant has stated that the Community Centre will host a range of community activities as was noted in the report. The organisation also have a link to Coleg Menai and will provide education and craft training at the school. He noted that planning policy ISA2 states that the development of new community facilities will be approved, provided that they comply with the specific criteria noted within the policy. It is considered that the proposed development will comply with the policy. It will provide an essential facility for the community of Bodorgan, using an existing building which is of an appropriate scale, and is sited in a central location for the whole of the community. No external changes are proposed to the building, and it is therefore considered to have no impact upon its surrounding natural and built environment, in compliance with policy PCYFF 3. The former primary school is in close proximity to neighbouring properties, however, given the former use of the building as a primary school, it is considered that the change of use into a community centre would have negligible impact on the neighbouring properties and it is considered that it conforms with planning policy PCYFF 2. He further said that there are no changes proposed to the parking arrangements or access of the site since the former school closed and it is considered that the is ample space for parking within the site to accommodate the proposed use. The Highways Authority have no objection to the proposal which is considered to comply with the relevant transport policies in the Joint Local Development Plan.
Councillor John I Jones, speaking as a Local Member said that he was pleased that the site of the former primary school at Bodorgan is to be used as a community centre and he proposed that the application be approved. Councillor T Ll Hughes MBE 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 report.
12.3 HHP/2023/51 – Full application for demolition of the existing garage together with the erection of a two storey annexe at Lancefield, Ffordd Cynlas, Benllech
The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee at the request of a Local Member.
Councillor Ieuan Williams, a Local Member asked that a physical site visit be undertaken to the site.
Councillor Neville Evans proposed that a physical site visit be undertaken. Councillor Alwen Watkin seconded the proposal.
It was RESOLVED that a physical site visit be undertaken at the request of a Local Member.
12.4 ADV/2023/6 – Application for the replacement of interpretation sign at Amlwch Watchtower, Amlwch
The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as it is an application being made by the County Council.
The Development Management Manager reported that the application is for an information monolith replacement board which will highlight the port’s historic assets. It is considered that the application will have no effect on the amenities of neighbouring properties, the highway nor the conservation area.
Councillor Robin Williams 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 report.
12.5 MAO/2023/2 – Minor amendments to scheme previously approved under planning permission FPL/2022/46 (erection of 12 dwellings together with the creation of an internal access) so as to allow amendments to the design and boundary treatment at land near Bryn Glas Estate, Brynsiencyn
The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the original consent was determined by the Committee.
The Development Management Manager reported that the application is for amendments to the approved plans regarding the reduction in cladding to rear of the dwellings, removal of retaining walls in rear gardens in line with Welsh Government Guidance and internal amendment to 4 bed dwelling. The proposed amendment is considered to be non-material in nature and it is not considered that the proposed amendments are such significance as to cause an impact different to that caused by the development originally approved.
Councillor Dafydd Roberts, speaking as a Local Member said that the development has commenced but there has been some objections by local residents that trees have been felled. He noted that in general the Community Council are satisfied with the proposal. Councillor Dafydd Roberts proposed that the application be approved.
Councillor Alwen Watkin, speaking as a Local Member reiterated the comments by her fellow Local Member and 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 report.
12.6 FPL/2022/219 – Full application for the change of use on ground floor from communal lounge to extension to flat above at 1 Lon Deg, Holyhead
The application was presented to the Planning and Orders Committee as the County Council is the applicant and owners of the land.
The Development Management Manager reported that the application is for the change of use of the ground floor communal lounge to be an extension of the existing residential flat above so as to make the entire building one residential accommodation together with alterations to the exterior of the building and the erection of a metal shed. As part of the application the applicant has confirmed that a consultation process has been carried out with the residents of the local area to assess their opinion on terminating the use of the communal lounge and its change of use into accommodation. The local residents had no objections to the proposed loss of the community facility. The proposed change of use of the ground floor communal lounge into an extension of the first floor residential flat is considered acceptable with the community facility being surplus to requirement, complying with planning policy ISA 2 with the proposed use providing an increase floor space and privacy for the occupants. The proposed development proposes the removal of a ground floor bathroom window and the construction of a new door on the North Eastern elevation together with the erection of a small metal shed to the North Western elevation. The new door opening will be screened from view from the neighbouring property by the existing garage building. The proposed new door and metal shed are considered acceptable as they do not have a negative impact on the existing dwelling and would not overlook neighbouring properties or their gardens complying with planning policies PCYFF 2 and PCYFF 3.
Councillor Jeff Evans proposed that the application be approved. Councillor Robert Ll Jones 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 report.
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