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Resolved that: The application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
Resolved that: The application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
Resolved that: The application be refused. The Chair notified the committee that there would be an adjournment to discuss the reasons for refusal. After the adjournment, Geraint Morgan read out the reasons for refusal: 1. The development would give rise to an increase in the level of on street parking and congestion to the detriment of highway safety, and 2. The nature of the residential use would be at odds with the existing housing in the area to the detriment of the character of the area, contrary to policy SW11. A vote was taken on the reasons for refusal, and it was Resolved that: The proposal be deferred to the next meeting.
Resolved that: The application be refused. The Chair notified the committee that there would be an adjournment to discuss the reasons for refusal. After the adjournment, Geraint Morgan read out the reasons for refusal: 1. The development would give rise to an increase in the level of on street parking and congestion to the detriment of highway safety, and this will be exacerbated on occasions when the A470 is closed and traffic is diverted along Cardiff Road, and 2. The development would be located in an unsustainable location with poor access to local amenities with poor transport links, contrary to policy SW11 A vote was taken on the reasons for refusal, and it was Resolved that: The proposal be deferred to the next meeting.
Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Resolved that: The appeal decision be received.
Resolved that: The Delegated report be received.
No apologies for absence were received.
Declarations of Interest were received from: • Cllr D Sammon Declared an Interest in Item 5 - P/21/0364 - Land North of Merthyr Motor Auctions, Pant Road, Pant, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3SH. • Cllr L Davies Declared an Interest in Item 5 - P/21/0364 - Land North of Merthyr Motor Auctions, Pant Road, Pant, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3SH. • Cllr M Jones Declared an Interest in Item 5- P/21/0364 - Land North of Merthyr Motor Auctions, Pant Road, Pant, Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 3SH.
The Minutes of the Planning and Regulatory Fact Finding Meeting held 22 July 2024 be received.
The Minutes of the Planning and Regulatory Fact Finding Meeting held 22 July 2024 be received.
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Resolved that: The application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
Declaration of Interest Councillors L Davies, M Jones and D Sammon, having declared an interest in this item, left the meeting for the consideration of the item. Councillor C Tovey took over as Chair for the consideration of the item. Customer and staff parking area for Merthyr Motor Auctions and associated boundary treatments and hard and soft landscaping The Planning Officer D Cross introduced the report and provided the committee with a power point presentation outlining the application. A Supporter of the application gave representation on behalf of Merthyr Motor Auctions, referencing the support the business has given to both local charities and the community. The Supporter gave details of the proposal, noting the employment and biodiversity benefits. The following questions from Committee Members to the Supporter were raised: · Regarding the work taking place at night, what will be the latest time that vehicles are moved? What would the noise factor be? The Planning Officer D Cross then provided clarification regarding Condition 5, noting the times in which the flood lighting would be in use. The following questions by Committee Members to Officers were raised: · Acoustic fence – what would be the normal height of that? · Are some parts of the path not visible? · Is the playground being reintroduced? · Will the playground be moved? The following comments were raised by the Committee: · The car auctions have been there for a number of years, and they’ve kept going despite the A465 Heads of the Valleys works. · It's a business that supplies across the world. Resolved that: The application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
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Resolved that: The application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
Extension to existing changing rooms and new boundary fence to lower pitch The Planning Officer D Cross introduced the report and provided the committee with a power point presentation outlining the application. An Objector of the application addressed the committee, noting that several people have complained about being denied public access. The Objector also referred to the car parking and highway assessment and stated that traffic wasn't referred to. The following questions from Committee Members to the Objector were raised: · What way are the public denied access - what would you use it for? The Planning Officer C Watkins then provided clarification regarding public access. The following questions by Committee Members to Officers were raised: · Have Georgetown done any works to find out if that land is suitable? · Have Georgetown been made aware of the parking issues on the private land areas? · Should the gates be unlocked? Are the Estates department dealing with it? The following comments were raised by the Committee: · It’s great to see clubs coming in and taking the asset transfers over. · Dogs shouldn't be walked on a football field. Resolved that: The application be approved subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
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Resolved that: The application be refused. The Chair notified the committee that there would be an adjournment to discuss the reasons for refusal. After the adjournment, Geraint Morgan read out the reasons for refusal: 1. The development would give rise to an increase in the level of on street parking and congestion to the detriment of highway safety, and 2. The nature of the residential use would be at odds with the existing housing in the area to the detriment of the character of the area, contrary to policy SW11. A vote was taken on the reasons for refusal, and it was Resolved that: The proposal be deferred to the next meeting.
Change of use from C3 Dwellinghouse to C4 House of Multiple Occupation (HMO) For maximum of 5 occupants The Planning Officer D Cross introduced the report and provided the committee with a power point presentation outlining the application. The Planning Officer C Watkins circulated photographs supplied by the objectors to Committee Members. An Objector of the application addressed the committee, raising concerns regarding anti-social behaviour and a possible increase in HMOs. The Objector highlighted the anxieties regarding the impact on the community and feels the community have had no opportunity to discuss a possible HMO coming into the area. A second Objector of the application understood that there are over 400 objections to the application. The Objector also noted that wellbeing and safety needs to be taken into consideration. The Applicant then addressed the committee, providing details of D2 Propco and their management of properties. The Applicant also provided information regarding the application and noted that there would be safety and security measure put in place. The following questions from Committee Members to the Applicant were raised: · Can you explain who will be living in the property? · Is bedroom 1 going to be occupied by someone 24/7 who will support the individuals living in the property? · Has it changed from 5 individuals to 4? · How long are the individuals likely to be there? The Planning Officer C Watkins then provided clarification regarding the use of the property. The following questions by Committee Members to Officers were raised: · Can the occupants be varied at any time by Housing? · Have these photographs been given to Highways? · CCTV – has the location been clarified? · Was CCTV included in the pre-application? · What happens on the weekend? Will there be a support member of staff at the property 7 days a week? · Did we receive clarification regarding the ownership and access of the land? The following comments were raised by the Committee: · The property is near a preschool, playground, walkway and it's in close proximity of a school. The Future Wales Nation Plan 2040 is relevant here, as a number of factors should be taken into consideration when considering planning applications. Following further comments by the committee in relation to the application it was Resolved that: The application be refused. The Chair notified the committee that there would be an adjournment to discuss the reasons for refusal. After the adjournment, Geraint Morgan read out the reasons for refusal: 1. The development would give rise to an increase in the level of on street parking and congestion to the detriment of highway safety, and 2. The nature of the residential use would be at odds with the existing housing in the area to the detriment of the character of the area, contrary to policy SW11. A vote was taken on the reasons for refusal, and it was Resolved that: The proposal be deferred to the next meeting.
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Resolved that: The application be refused. The Chair notified the committee that there would be an adjournment to discuss the reasons for refusal. After the adjournment, Geraint Morgan read out the reasons for refusal: 1. The development would give rise to an increase in the level of on street parking and congestion to the detriment of highway safety, and this will be exacerbated on occasions when the A470 is closed and traffic is diverted along Cardiff Road, and 2. The development would be located in an unsustainable location with poor access to local amenities with poor transport links, contrary to policy SW11 A vote was taken on the reasons for refusal, and it was Resolved that: The proposal be deferred to the next meeting.
Change of use from bed and breakfast into 2 flats and a 6 bedroom HMO The Planning Officer D Cross introduced the report and provided the committee with a power point presentation outlining the application. Councillors B Carter and C Tovey left the Meeting. An Objector of the application addressed the committee, raising concerns regarding safeguarding and the change of character of the community. The Objector also suggested that there were difficulties with selling properties due to proposed HMO. Issues with traffic were also raised. A second Objector of the application highlighted mental health concerns of residents due to the proposed HMO. Concerns were also raised regarding the possible occupants. The Local Elected Member Cllr D Roberts made representation on behalf of residents. Cllr D Roberts then referred to an email he received from two individual's stating that they had bought the property and had no intention of making it a HMO. Cllr D Roberts then referred to a resident’s concerns that the difficulties with selling their property was due to the proposed HMO and noted the concerns that HMOs may affect the sale and value of properties in the area. Cllr D Roberts also raised concerns regarding the location of the HMO as there is no facilities in the village, an unreliable bus service and traffic issues. The Planning Officer C Watkins then provided clarification regarding the effect on property prices, noting that it’s not a planning consideration. The following questions by Committee Members to Officers were raised: · If the property has been bought, how would this affect the proposal? What would happen if the planning permission was granted but the owners don't want it? · Is there an adequate parking space there? · Could the individuals have a partner staying with them permanently? · Could there be up to 12 people living there at one time? The following comments were raised by the Committee: · There are concerns regarding the potential increase in noise and disturbance, environmental and health impacts and possible overcrowding. · The number of residents that raised objections is a substantial amount. · It’s a highly busy road and there are no amenities within the village. The location of the building overlooks a play area and football pitch, and residents are concerned. · There are concerns regarding the potential new owners as they could be used to help with the application. Following further comments by the committee in relation to the application it was Resolved that: The application be refused. The Chair notified the committee that there would be an adjournment to discuss the reasons for refusal. After the adjournment, Geraint Morgan read out the reasons for refusal: 1. The development would give rise to an increase in the level of on street parking and congestion to the detriment of highway safety, and this will be exacerbated on occasions when the A470 is closed and traffic is diverted along Cardiff Road, and 2. The development would be located in an unsustainable location with poor access to local amenities with poor transport links, contrary to policy SW11 A vote was taken on the reasons for refusal, and it was Resolved that: The proposal be deferred to the next meeting.
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Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Vary condition E of appeal decisions APP6410/C/95/508749 and APP6410/C/95/508750 to allow access to the lower yard after 18:30 hrs for circa 30 vehicles on 2 evenings per week (Mondays and Thursdays) Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
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Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Change of use from 4 bedroom dwelling (C3 use class) to 6 bedroom HMO (C4 use class) Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
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Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Proposed Erection of 10, 6 person glamping tents, mobile toilet cubicles and mobile shower block Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
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Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
Outbuilding in rear garden (Retrospective) Resolved that: The Appeal be received.
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Resolved that: The appeal decision be received.
Erection of 4 no. dwellings (2 no. detached and 1. no pair of semi detached) including demolition of existing office building with stores Resolved that: The appeal decision be received.
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Resolved that: The Delegated report be received.
Resolved that: The Delegated report be received.
The Chair advised that there was no other business deemed urgent.
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