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RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include an additional condition requiring the implementation of additional and sufficient CCTV and to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include a signage scheme condition with authority to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include an amendment to the landscaping condition with authority to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
Apologies of absence were received from Councillor Gareth Pugh.
a) There were no declarations of interest. b) The Committee noted that no Member requested that a record be made of their membership of a Community Council where discussion had taken place of matters for the consideration of this Committee. c) The Committee noted that Councillor Huw Williams (who is a member of the Committee) would be acting as the ‘Local Representative’ in respect of application P/26/0036/FUL. d) The Committee noted that Councillor Ian Harrison (who is not a member of the Committee) would be speaking as the ‘local representative’ in respect of application 24/0444/FUL.
The Committee considered the report of the Head of Planning & Regulatory Services (copies filed with the signed minutes).
The Members confirmed that they had received and had time to read the update circulated the previous day.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include an additional condition requiring the implementation of additional and sufficient CCTV and to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
Valid Date: 19/05/2026 Community Council: Ystradgynlais Community Council Applicant: Mr J Black Location: Powys Training, Derwen Road, Ystradgynlais, Swansea, SA9 1HL Proposal: Change of use of a former clinic and offices to a 6 bed House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) Application Type: Full Application Huw Williams spoke as the local representative. Iain Mcintosh spoke against the application. Rhydian Gore spoke as the agent for the application. Members questioned the concerns and recommendations raised by Dyfed Powys Police, the Officer explained that many of the recommendations raised were covered under other legislation and therefore failed the legal tests required for planning conditions. Following consideration by Members, it was requested that there be an additional condition to require the implementation of additional and sufficient CCTV. Clarification was sought on parking and additional traffic; it was noted that the Highway Authority had no objections to the proposed change of use. It was moved and duly seconded to approve the application as recommended by the officer. RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include an additional condition requiring the implementation of additional and sufficient CCTV and to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include a signage scheme condition with authority to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
Grid Ref: E: 324632 N: 313739 Valid Date: 26.04.2024 Community Council: Guilsfield Community Council Applicant: Mr & Mrs Lewis Location: Land East of Burgedin Hall, Pool Quay, Welshpool, Powys Proposal: Proposed 6 no. holiday lodges, reception/office building, installation of septic tank, access and access tracks and associated works Application Type: Full Application County Councillor Ian Harrison, George Whitworth, Mark Hart, Steve Southam, Janet Harris, Ron Gunstone, Pete Bowyer, Sue Southam and Sue Whitworth spoke against the application. Gerallt Davies spoke as the agent for the application. Members sought clarification on the proposed relocation and adequacy of the passing bays, together with wider highway safety concerns, Officers confirmed that the detailed location of the passing bays would be subject to further approval through the discharge of conditions process and that the Highway Authority maintained no objection to the proposal. Members were satisfied with the responses provided but resolved to include an additional condition requiring the submission of a signage scheme in the interests of highway safety. A member queried the inconsistencies on flooding between local evidence and National Resources Wales, the Officer noted that the NRW flood maps do not identify the site as being at risk of flooding, and that the development would require Sustainable Drainage Approval Body (SAAB) approval. A member questioned the area of the ecological assessment; the Member was satisfied with the response. It was moved and duly seconded to approve the application as recommended by the Officer. RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include a signage scheme condition with authority to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
Decision as recorded
RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include an amendment to the landscaping condition with authority to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
Grid Ref: E: 308172 N:294901 Valid Date: 15.01.2026 Community Council: Aberhafesp Community Council Applicant: Tyler Richards Location: Land South of Bwlch Y Ffridd, Bwlch-y-Ffridd, Newtown, Powys, SY16 3JN Proposal: Proposed tourism of 4 holiday cabins, new access, package treatment plant and all associated works Application Type: Full Application Richard Amy, Lynne Beck, Gary Whinn, Patrick Beck and Lorraine Whinn spoke against the application. Richard Lewis spoke as the agent for the application. Members raised concerns regarding the visual impact of the proposal and the effectiveness of the proposed screening. Officers advised that, having considered the scale of the development, the proposed landscaping and the surrounding topography, the proposal was not considered likely to have an unacceptable visual impact. Following consideration by Members, it was requested that there be an amendment to the proposed landscaping condition to secure enhanced landscaping and screening measures. Members sought clarification on the ecological assessment that had been carried out. The Planning Officer confirmed that a revised Ecological Statement had been produced in October 2025 following a further site visit and advised that officers were satisfied that the revised proposal and the entire application site had been adequately assessed. Concerns regarding the potential impact of light pollution on nocturnal wildlife were raised. In response, the Planning Officer advised that a lighting scheme formed part of the proposed conditions and that the County Ecologist had reviewed and accepted the lighting proposals. RESOLVED: Reason for decision: That the application be granted consent, subject to the conditions set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes and to include an amendment to the landscaping condition with authority to be delegated to the Chair and Vice Chair, in consultation with the Lead Professional. As officer’s recommendation as set out in the report which is filed with the signed minutes.
The Committee received for information a list of decisions made by the Head of Planning & Regulatory Services during the period 28th July 2026 and 27th August 2026. Members raised concerns regarding the ordering of the delegated list, The Professional Lead - Development Manager explained that historical applications had not migrated correctly to the new IT system; however, more recent applications were being displayed in parish order. It was noted that a user guide would be made available on the website to provide additional guidance on the use of the updated Planning Portal.
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