Leisure centres, libraries, museums, arts, events and the Welsh language.
What councils do
Councils run or fund libraries, leisure centres, parks, museums and arts venues, often through a trust or company they set up.
Who decides
The Cabinet decides on opening hours, charges and closures, often after consultation.
Having a say
Proposals to close or change libraries and leisure centres are usually consulted on. Community groups can sometimes take over buildings the council no longer needs.
In numbers
Welsh councils plan to spend £76 per person on this in 2026-27.
It ranges from £39 in Powys to £135 in Denbighshire.
RESOLVED – That the public be excluded from the meeting at this point during consideration of this item as the Committee discussed exempt information of the description contained in paragraph 14 of Part 4 and paragraph 21 of Part 5 of Schedule 12A of the Local Government Action 1972. The public may be excluded from the meeting by resolution of the Committee pursuant to Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972 during discussion of this item.
AGREED: that the Chairperson, on behalf of the Committee, writes to the Cabinet Member conveying the observations and recommendations of the Committee when discussing the way forward.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
RESOLVED: that
1. The publication of the draft 2025 – 2028 Play Sufficiency Assessment and Executive Summary on the Council website for the statutory 28-day period be approved.
2. Authority be delegated to the Director for Childrens Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Members for Children's Services and Tackling Poverty & Supporting Young People, Cabinet Member for Cabinet Member for Culture, Sport & Parks and the Cabinet Member for Education, to approve and submit to Welsh Government by 30th June 2025, the final version of the Play Sufficiency Assessment, Executive Summary and Action Plan, having considered the results of the consultation.
3. Authority be delegated to the Director for Childrens Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Members for Children's Services and Tackling Poverty & Supporting Young People, Cabinet Member for Cabinet Member for Culture, Sport & Parks and the Cabinet Member for Education to work with partners and Lead Officers to complete the final Action Plan, for its submission to Welsh Government by 30th June 2025.
4. Authority be delegated to the Director for Childrens Services, in consultation with the Cabinet Members for Children's Services and Tackling Poverty & Supporting Young People, Cabinet Member for Cabinet Member for Culture, Sport & Parks and the Cabinet Member for Education, to establish a working group for children’s play, inviting key stakeholders to contribute to, and develop a vision for play with the support of Child Friendly City; embracing the shared responsibility for ensuring the actions set out in the Action Plan is met.
5. Submission of an annual progress report on the Play Sufficiency Assessment action plan be approved to Cabinet, the Public Service Board, and the Children and Young People’s Scrutiny Committee escalating any significant risks if necessary.
AGREED: that the Chairperson, on behalf of the Committee, writes to the Cabinet Member conveying the observations and recommendations of the Committee when discussing the way forward.
AGREED: that the Chairperson, on behalf of the Committee, writes to the Cabinet Member conveying the observations and recommendations of the Committee when discussing the way forward.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
Sections of the Corporate Plan and Budgetary Proposals relevant to Cllr Weaver’s portfolio
Cllr Weaver made a brief statement outlining sections in the Draft Corporate Plan and Draft Budgetary Proposals relevant to his portfolio.
Members were invited to ask questions and make comments and the discussion is summarised below:
Members wished to know how the new KPI’s compared to the current performance figures, and were advised that this information could be provided to the Committee.
Members enquired about the dropout rate among apprentices at the Council and whether the Council monitors the progress of apprentices going on into further employment. Members were advised that the dropout rate is very low, some apprentices and trainees go on to work for the Council and in some service areas apprentice and trainee placements are very helpful in securing employment outside the Council. However, it was acknowledged that not all data may be properly captured, given the difficulties in keeping in touch with those who dropout.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
Sections of the Corporate Plan and Budgetary Proposals relevant to the Culture, Sport and Parks portfolio
The Chair welcomed to the meeting Cllr Jennifer Burke, Cabinet Member for Culture, Sport and Parks; Neil Hanratty, Director of Economic Development; Donna Jones, Assistant Director for County Estates; Ruth Cayford, Operational Manager for Creative Industries and Culture; and Jon Maidment, Head of Parks and Cardiff Harbour Authority.
Cllr Burke made a brief statement, following which Neil Hanratty gave a presentation outlining sections in the Draft Corporate Plan and Draft Budgetary Proposals relevant to Cllr Burke’s portfolio.
Members were invited to ask questions and make comments, and the discussion is summarised below:
Members were advised that filming charges in Bute Park Visitor Centre have been added to the fees and charges report and will continue to be included there in future years.
Members sought an explanation for the decision not to increase fees at the riding school, and were advised that there is a need to invest in the school as the infrastructure is deteriorating, and there is concern that if fees are increased customers could transfer to commercial competitors.
Members were advised that there have been instances when the outdoor school has had to be closed due to the roof leaking. Officers were confident that the expected £10,000 increase in income would be forthcoming.
Members sought an update on the Cardiff Story museum and were advised that it was the Cabinet’s view that it should remain in its present location until a viable alternative could be found.
Members questioned why the KPI for satisfaction rate of parks was set at 72.5% and were advised that while the budget is increasing there are still pressures and areas where investment is needed. Members were advised that the development of a new parks strategy includes consultation to understand what people want from parks, and to encourage people who might not ordinarily access parks to do so.
Members sought an explanation for the changes in the plans for Pentwyn Leisure Centre since the previous plans were consulted on. The Cabinet Member advised that the type of equipment that is going into the centre is on a par with the International Pool and will be a decent piece of infrastructure that is safe for families.
Members sought assurance that there would no further delay to the reopening of St David’s Hall beyond the 4th quarter of 2026/27. The Cabinet Member advised Members that in recent weeks nearly all relevant applications for work to progress have been submitted, and subject to regulatory approval work should commence in the summer. Announcement has been made that the Cardiff Singer of the World 2027 will take place at St David’s Hall and the hall will be open in time for that.
Members wondered whether the reopening of St David’s Hall in 2026-27 would have a significant impact on the city’s tourism sector, and were advised that alongside Cardiff Castle, Principality Stadium and the city’s grassroots venues, and forthcoming Arena, it would mean that Cardiff would have a wide variety of venues that could host a range of different performers. Cardiff is increasingly seen as a destination for live events and it was important to the Council to ensure that St David’s Hall was not only maintained but enhanced in terms of what it offered people.
Members asked whether there was a mechanism to ensure that monies from the Financial Resilience Mechanism available for the sport development grant translate to improved services, and were advised that there is a sustained demand for this support which enables sports teams and clubs across the city to take on assets and improve them, working in partnership with the council.
Members sought information on how the Council could ensure there was involvement for female sports initiatives in this. The Cabinet Member advised that the FAW is reporting a significant increase in women’s and girls’ participation in football clubs. Llandaff Cricket has had a record participation of young girls, and girls’ participation in rugby is improving in the younger age groups; the administration remains committed to increasing participation of under-represented groups.
Members asked how much of the £1.5 million FRM was currently allocated and were advised that not all of it was already committed.
Members sought an update on the Whitewater Rafting Centre, and were advised that there had been some significant budget challenges in recent years but with efficiency savings it is getting closer to being operated within budget and is very close to breaking even.
Members discussed how well the Whitewater Rafting Centre was promoted, and were advised that it is a niche facility and there has been some targeted marketing, but this could be reviewed to ensure it is reaching enough people. An offer was made for committee members to visit the Centre to see first-hand the range of services on offer and to discuss marketing and promotion with officers.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
Sections of the Corporate Plan and Budgetary Proposals relevant to the Leader’s portfolio
The Chair welcomed to the meeting Cllr Huw Thomas, Leader of the Council; Neil Hanratty, Director of Economic Development; and Jon Day, Operational Manager for Investment and Tourism.
Cllr Thomas made a brief statement, following which Members were invited to ask questions and make comments, and the discussion is summarised below:
Members discussed the lessons to be learned and any governance arrangements that might need to be addressed in relation to the contract for the demolition of Aberthaw power station, dealt with via the Cardiff Capital Region body. The Leader advised that he could not comment in detail as there are ongoing legal proceedings, but at the right time all local authorities involved will want an investigation into what occurred.
Members discussed the Joint Overview and Scrutiny Committee which is responsible for reviewing and scrutinising decisions made by the CJC. The Leader reminded the Committee that there had been discussions about the appropriateness of the scrutiny arrangements for the City Deal, and expressed the view that this was something either CJC or Welsh Government would wish to look at in more detail. He could envision a system where if a project is being delivered by CCR within the area of a LA, it would be appropriate for the relevant committee to scrutinise the work of the CCR.
Members wished to know about the prospects for a project emerging from the recommendations of the Western Gateway’s independent Severn Estuary Commission on the potential for renewable energy. The Leader advised that the Commission is due to report in mid-March. Briefings he has had indicate there is a potentially deliverable project that is technologically and financially feasible, but it will be necessary to have the right regulatory and governance environment to unlock the private sector investment.
Members sought information on how returns on investment in the City Deal were measured in terms of job creation and other economic opportunities. The Leader advised that there is a 5-year gateway process of assessment done jointly by UK and Welsh Governments on a CCR level, the top level metrics being job creation, GVA uplift and leverage of private money to match public money invested.
Members wished to know how the Council ensures that projects invested in through the City Deal align with environmental commitments made through One Planet Cardiff and the goal to reach Net Zero. The Leader advised that the KPI’s for the City Deal were set in 2016 and did not necessarily have green objectives in mind. The CJC has to have statutory policies around things such as biodiversity and the next deal will be more of a green deal.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
Sections of the Corporate Plan and Budgetary Proposals relevant to the Investment and Development portfolio
The Chair welcomed to the meeting Cllr Huw Thomas, Leader of the Council; Neil Hanratty, Director of Economic Development; Donna Jones, Assistant Director for County Estates; and Jon Day, Operational Manager for Investment and Tourism.
Cllr Thomas made a brief statement, following which Neil Hanratty gave a presentation outlining sections of the Budgetary Proposals relevant to the portfolio.
Members were invited to ask questions and make comments, and the discussion is summarised below:
Members sought clarification on the source of additional income of £27,000 and were advised that it was income from renting out workshop space.
Members sought clarification on SPF funding for Cardiff Indoor Market and were advised that the funding was for the Financial Year 2024/25, had been agreed and was already in place.
Members sought further details on how the Council is working with the hospitality and accommodation sectors to increase accommodation options for visitors during major events. The Leader advised that the amount of hotel accommodation in the city is relatively modest, and one of the reasons for pursuing the Indoor Arena is to provide a more regular stream of visitors into the city and encourage investment in hotel development.
Members discussed whether proceeds from the visitor levy could be used to benefit district shopping centres away from the city centre. The Leader advised that as currently proposed it is envisaged that the proceeds of the visitor levy are spent within the visitor economy; however, the Council would want to develop a plan for how the levy could be deployed in partnership with stakeholders, including the BID as well as stakeholders more broadly.
Members questioned whether investment in new infrastructure such as the Canal Quarter Regeneration Phase 2 was the right approach when existing infrastructure such as city centre paving was not being sufficiently maintained. The Leader advised that much of the paving repair work in the city centre was due to the heavy traffic of supply trucks along Queen Street and The Hayes. Turning to the canal, he reminded Members that the plans had been signed off in 2021 when there Covid restrictions and concerns about the viability of city centres. The Council would want to see further plans, with the development of the Indoor Arena, around the Utilita Arena, developed in a strategic manner with a master plan for the whole area, with green and blue space being a key component making it somewhere people will want to spend time.
Members questioned whether pursuing a target of more Grade A office space was the most sustainable approach when there is other office space that is not being used. Officers advised that there is a lack of vacant Grade A office space in the city centre, and thus a risk that there is no property available for businesses that want to invest. The Leader added that last year saw the highest level of office take-up in 7 years.
Members asked whether there is a strategy for bringing surplus non-Grade A office space up to standard for reuse, and were advised that there is a market for cheaper office space for start-up and growing businesses, while other surplus office space has been repurposed for residential use.
Members wished to know whether there were concerns around CO2 emissions in relation to the creation of car parks in support of the Indoor Arena. The Leader advised that the current surface area car parks are being replaced by a single multi-storey car park with fewer parking spaces, while recognising there will be people who will drive to events at the Arena and want to park to access facilities in Cardiff Bay. Most of the area will be released to make it more attractive to people on foot and for leisure purposes.
Members wondered whether there were plans for more festivals or other attractions to encourage visitors to make longer stays. The Leader referred to the Cardiff City of Music Festival as a homegrown event that the Council would like to invest in and grow for the long term. Officers added that the Cardiff Live development will provide a venue able to compete for smaller business tourism events, and this will hopefully encourage visitors to stay longer and enjoy other facilities.
Members discussed how to promote other things for people to see or do in Cardiff besides the major events. The Leader advised that this was the sort of thing that the Council would want to be able to enhance through funds unlocked by the tourism levy.
Members discussed whether the planned investment in Cardiff Indoor Market would interfere with the improvements already taking place in the market. Officers advised that the intention of the redevelopment is to improve the market as it is rather than change what it will be doing. Work will be done to make good the roof and stop it leaking, and to improve the stallholders’ stands.
Members asked whether proposals for open space or street food facilities in the city centre were seen as competing with the Indoor Market. Officers advised that businesses are generally comfortable with investments that improve the overall offer and attract more people into the city centre. The Leader advised that it was indicative that businesses and investors see the city centre as being a place where people go to socialise, eat and spend leisure time rather than for shopping.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
Sections of the Corporate Plan and Budgetary Proposals relevant to the Tackling Poverty portfolio
The Chair welcomed to the meeting Cllr Peter Bradbury, Cabinet Member for Tackling Poverty and Supporting Young People; and Helen Evans, Assistant Director for Housing and Communities.
Cllr Bradbury made a brief statement outlining sections of the Budgetary Proposals relevant to his portfolio.
Members were invited to ask questions and make comments, and the discussion is summarised below:
The Chair expressed gratitude for the acceptance of the KPI recommendations from the Scrutiny Performance Panel into the Corporate Plan, particularly around the Race Equality Task Force and sustainable employment.
Members wished to know how much of a challenge the rise in employers’ National Insurance contributions presented to the Council and what is the Council’s strategy for addressing it. The Cabinet Member advised that the Council adjusts its work according to Governments’ tax proposals, and added that he had not received many letters from employers complaining that the increase was causing problems in recruitment.
Members asked whether there were KPIs around supporting people to stay in work. The Cabinet Member advised that the target for getting people into work had been raised, and that the team aims to get people into full-time and meaningful rather than temporary employment. Officers advised that most of the funding for Into Work services is grant funding and comes with a requirement that people stay and work for at least 6 months. Mentors work alongside the new employees to ensure they are sustained in that employment.
Members discussed whether people pass through the Into Work service only to be seen again a few months later, and were advised that some people have multiple barriers into work. A new Connect to Work programme will be delivered next year looking at those complex barriers, helping people into work and then wrapping support around them.
Members asked about the confidence levels at achieving the KPIs, and were advised that this is a key risk in 2026 as a significant amount of funding for Into Work services comes from the SPF. The Cabinet Member added that the team do remarkable work in the face of great challenges and difficulties, and it is important that funding for the next few years is secured to keep them in post.
Members sought information on what contingency there was should the SPF be significantly reduced or withdrawn. Officers advised that Connect to Work would help in some respects but not in terms of overall funding. Currently posts that become vacant are not being backfilled. Should no alternative funding become available the Council would have to look to exit posts. The Cabinet Member added that he would be putting pressure on ministers to replace SPF or put in place grant funding, and he would encourage Members to do the same.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
Sections of the Corporate Plan and Budgetary Proposals relevant to the Housing and Communities portfolio
The Chair welcomed to the meeting Cllr Lee Bridgeman, Cabinet Member for Housing and Communities; Helen Evans, Assistant Director for Housing and Communities; and Rebecca Hooper, Operational Manager for Neighbourhood Regeneration.
Cllr Bridgeman made a brief statement, after which Helen Evans and Rebecca Hooper gave a presentation outlining sections of the Budgetary Proposals relevant to the Housing and Communities portfolio.
Members were invited to ask questions and make comments, and the discussion is summarised below:
Members discussed the use of volunteers in hubs and libraries. The Cabinet Member advised that it was decided at an early stage not to adopt a full volunteer service. Hub and library staff are professional and qualified and cannot be replaced with volunteers. Officers added a balance had been struck between the number of volunteers in hubs and libraries and the remaining paid staff, and it is unlikely that paid staff could be reduced further. As part of an internal restructuring the Council is looking to create more specialist library roles. Volunteers receive good training and there are robust procedures in place.
Members wished to know about the number of hubs that hub managers are managing and whether this was sustainable. Officers advised that this depends on the size of hub; Central Library has its own manager while for smaller hubs and libraries there may be a single manager across 3 or 4. The Council is creating more senior roles such as assistant managers and senior hub library assistants and there will be one of these in each hub or library.
Members discussed the training of existing staff in specialisms and were advised that the Council is encouraging hub and library staff to enrol for a librarianship degree.
Members wondered how the proposal to remove free parking periods from Council car parks would affect the viability of district and local centres. The Cabinet Member advised that car parking charges were not part of his portfolio. Officers advised that there is a coordinated approach with Transport and Highways relating to regeneration of shopping areas. Many district centres do not have free car parking and the focus is on ensuring there are good Active Travel opportunities to encourage people out of cars where possible.
Members questioned why there was no reference in the Corporate Plan to 15-minute cities and sought reassurance that the Council still supports the concept. The Cabinet Member assured Members that the commitment was still there but the 15-minute city name had been dropped as there was too much toxicity around it.
Members sought further information on the Roath-Adamsdown Business Corridor. Officers advised that the boundaries had not yet been defined and there have been discussions around alignment with other regeneration and Active Travel schemes. The size of the area will be part of the consultation.
Members welcomed the focus on ensuring books in hubs and libraries reflect the diversity of language and sought information on how this diversity was assessed. Officer advised that this was through consultations, surveys, and conversations with library staff and customers. In addition, a new IT system being rolled out allows customer requests in specific languages to be logged.
Members sought information on whether reduction of the book fund would have an impact on people who access books in community languages. Officers advised that they were confident that the Council would be able to continue to meet the requirements of community languages. Data on the percentage of purchased books are in community languages could be provided to the Committee.
Members sought information on the venues used for the Learning for Life programme, and were advised that there are many such venues, including schools, churches and community halls, which are listed on the website, and in addition there continue to be some online courses available.
Members were advised that adult literacy and numeracy comes under a separate programme for adult learning called Learning for Work.
Members were advised that most Learning for Life participants are 50-plus retirees and that officers would be able to provide a demographic breakdown to committee if required.
Members enquired about the priority for the Clifton Street area in the Roath-Adamsdown Business Corridor placemaking plan. Officers advised that the South Riverside Business Corridor placemaking plan is currently being concluded, and there is a significant project for Cowbridge Road East that officers are looking to secure funding for and take forward shortly. The target date for the Adamsdown-Roath Business Corridor to commence is June, and this includes Clifton Street. Officers are working close with colleagues to coordinate the work with plans for a Transport Corridor along Newport Road and Broadway.
Members wished to know what the allocation of £1.5M for regeneration from the FRM was likely to be spent. Officers advised that ward councillors would be invited to put forward ideas that meet the criteria around regeneration. The key priority will be deliverability. The Cabinet Member urged Councillors to look out for the email from officers inviting ideas.
RESOLVED: That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee expressing their comments and observations captured during the way forward.
RESOLVED: that
1) The disposal of the former Toys R Us/Retail 3 site by way of option as set out in this report and in line with the Heads of Terms set out in Confidential Appendix 2 be approved and authority be delegated to the Director of Economic Development, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Investment & Development, the Section 151 Officer and the Legal Officer, to deal with any ancillary matters related to the disposal.
2) The plans for alternative short-term parking arrangements as illustrated at Appendix 4be noted.
3) Engagement with local residents/landowners be authorised to consider the future options for the areas of boardwalk not in Council ownership and report back to a future meeting of Cabinet.
AGREED: that the Chairperson, on behalf of the Committee, writes to the Cabinet Member conveying the observations and recommendations of the Committee when discussing the way forward.
Cardiff, Children and Young People Scrutiny Committee,
RESOLVED: that
i) (in relation to the Old Library):
a) in its capacity as superior landlord, the surrender of the Virgin Money underlease upon the terms set out at Confidential Appendix 1 be approved; and
b) in its capacity as direct landlord, the variation of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama lease upon terms set out at Confidential Appendix 3 be approved and the legal officer be authorised to complete the transactions.
ii) the proposal to undertake an unencumbered open market exercise for the Mansion House, as set out in this report, be approved noting that the final decision on the preferred option is to be considered by Cabinet at a future meeting.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development management applications be determined in accordance with the recommendation set out in the reports of the Director of Planning, Transport and Environment, subject to any further amendments as detailed below and notification be given of the decisions in accordance with Section 70 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 or Section 74 of the Planning (Listed Building & Conservation) Act 1990.
APPLICATIONS GRANTED SUBJECT TO ENTERING A BINDING SECTION 106 AGREEMENT
24/01264/HYB – ELY
Land comprising the former Michaelston College Site to the west of Michaelston Road and south of Drope Road, Ely, Cardiff.
Full Planning Permission for the redevelopment of the Former Michaelston College Site for the Construction of a Well-Being Village Incorporating Community Living Units (107 units) and Associated Communal Areas/Care Facilities (Class C2) with Community Hub (Class D1) to include cafe (Class A3), GP Surgery (Class D1), Community Hall/Meeting Space (Class D1); Residential Development (128 units) (Class C3); Public Open Space; Landscaping & Green Infrastructure; Drainage; Highways; Parking, and All Associated Works; and Outline Planning Permission for Adult Supported Living (Class C2); Children’s Respite Centre (Class C2) or alternative residential development (Class C3) (all matters reserved other than access), and Outline indicative proposals for off-site highways improvement works.
(Councillor Humphreys left the meeting during discussion of this item in accordance with her personal and prejudicial interest).
The application was granted subject to the signing of a Section 106 Agreement.
19/02523/MJR – CREIGIAU
Land south of Creigiau.
Outline planning application, with all matters reserved except for strategic access, for the development of approximately 650 dwellings, including open space (including play areas and areas of informal recreation), landscaping, sustainable drainage systems, vehicular accesses, improvement works to the existing highway network, pedestrian and cycle accesses and related infrastructure and engineering works.
The application was granted subject to the signing of a Section 106 Agreement.
APPLICATION GRANTED
24/00864/FUL – LLANDAFF NORTH
Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf, Bridge Road, Llandaff North, Cardiff.
Proposed Special Resource Base building including community cafe element, new sports pitch, associated sprinkler tanks and plant equipment, cycle parking and new drop off parking area, outdoor play equipment and seating areas + additional access to the River Taff Footpath at Ysgol Gyfun Gymraeg Glantaf.
The application was granted subject to the conditions outlined in the report.
APPLICATIONS DEFERRED
24/00084/FUL – RHIWBINA
Land at the rear of 19A Heol-Y-Coed, Coed Ceirios, Rhiwbina, Cardiff.
Erection of a 2 storey dwelling with associated landscape works.
The application was deferred for a site visit to take place.
24/01293/FUL – PONTCANNA
Pontcanna Mews, Kings Road, Pontcanna, Cardiff.
Retention of Change of use of existing Retail premises (Use Class A1) and to allow Flexible Use of the premises for Retail (Use Class A1), Financial and Professional Services (Use Class A2), Food and Drink (Use Class A3), Business (Use Class B1), Beauty Salon (Sui-Generis) and Tattoo Studio (Sui-Generis), including the use of the external courtyard for purposes ancillary to these uses and retention of a Covered Structure to provide outdoor seating.
The application was deferred for a site visit to take place.
23/02600/FUL – LLANDAFF
Land at Radyr Court Close
Erection of affordable houses together with access, landscaping, drainage, engineering and other associated works.
(Councillor Driscoll left his seat as a member of the Committee during this item in order to speak as a Ward Councillor, and did not vote in accordance with his prejudicial interest.)
The application was deferred for a site visit to take place.
RESOLVED – T H A T having regard to the consultation responses and the
discussion at Statutory Licensing Committee, that the proposed Statement of
Licensing Principles for 2025-2028 detailed in the report and Appendix A be
approved and referred to Full Council for final approval.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the reference and discussions at the meeting.
C150 WELSH LANGUAGE STANDARDS ANNUAL MONITORING
REPORT 2023-24 (REF) –
The reference from Learning and Culture Scrutiny Committee held on 19th
September, 2024 was presented.
The Cabinet Member said that there were interesting points raised at the meeting,
some of which had not arisen previously, e.g. there was insufficient school transport
for one Welsh Medium Primary school which was subsequently been raised with
Officers within the School transport Team.
Committee also discussed the difficulty in attracting and retaining Welsh speaking
teachers as there was a shortage of teachers able to teach through the medium of
Welsh across Wales, commenting that the Council should look to maximise the
opportunities to recruit and retain teaching staff and others with Welsh language
skills. The Cabinet Member said that the Vale of Glamorgan Council had applied for
and gained funding to train teachers whilst in school to work towards addressing the
issue.
The Committee referred a comment to Cabinet to consider a proposal that the Vale
of Glamorgan considers a bid to host the 2029 Urdd Eisteddfod in Barry which the
Cabinet Member was happy to support and had written to Officers accordingly. The
Leader said that the National Eisteddfod had not been held in the Vale of Glamorgan
since 2012 and had been hugely successful at that time and looked forward to
finding out if that bid would be possible.
RESOLVED – T H A T the comments and recommendations of the Learning and
Culture Scrutiny Committee held on 19th September, 2024 be noted.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the reference and discussions at the meeting.
C151 ANNUAL CORPORATE SAFEGUARDING REPORT 2023-24
(REF) –
The reference from Learning and Culture Scrutiny Committee held on 19th
September, 2024 was presented.
Committee discussed School Governors undertaking safeguarding training as not all
of them had completed the relevant Safeguarding modules which needed to be
addressed.
There was also discussion concerning how much staff time was spent implementing
safeguarding in schools with decisions taken as to how each case should be treated
or referred, including Home Office PREVENT training. The Cabinet Member said
that all staff were trained regularly on such matters to be aware of the different
issues and challenges faced by children and young people.
RESOLVED – T H A T the comments and recommendations of the Learning and
Culture Scrutiny Committee held on 19th September, 2024 be noted.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the reference and discussions at the meeting.
C152 ANNUAL CORPORATE SAFEGUARDING REPORT 2023-24 (REF) –
The reference from Governance and Audit Committee held on 23rd September, 2024
was presented.
There was discussion concerning whether all Councillors were Disclosure and
Barring Service (DBS) checked and it was confirmed that all Councillors were
checked and any Councillor who had a responsibility or was on a Committee
concerning children and young people or vulnerable people had an Enhanced DBS
check. It was also asked if there was provision for DBS checks to be carried out on
a rolling basis.
Committee also discussed abuse in the home and whether some of the figures
quoted were specific to the Vale of Glamorgan or wider and whether figures were
comparable to other Local Authorities, which Officers were going to respond to.
Councillor Williams added that there was recognition at both Committees that it was
a Corporate safeguarding report and that both Members and staff had a duty to
report any issues regarding safeguarding, which the Leader agreed was vitally
important.
RESOLVED – T H A T the comments of the Governance and Audit Committee held
on 23rd September, 2024 be noted.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the reference and discussions at the meeting.
C153 FINANCIAL STRATEGY 2025/26 TO 2029/30 (REF) –
The reference from the Extraordinary Corporate Performance and Resources
Scrutiny Committee held on 2nd October, 2024 was presented.
There had been discussion concerning the forecast funding gap of £9.392m for
2025/26 and that the figure was likely to grow due to emerging pressures. The
Leader said that further reports considering the matter would be coming to Cabinet in
the next month.
The Section 151 Officer commented that the Vale of Glamorgan was a relatively low-
funded Authority and had set a relatively low level of Council Tax compared to other
Local Authorities which was a challenge with increasing costs, e.g. private sector
rents.
Committee discussed wide-ranging potential areas of action and recommended that
Cabinet consider investment in spend to save projects and potential for a strategic
procurement function. The Leader said that with regards spend to save, that was an
area relative to the Reshaping agenda and the comment would be referred into that
process. Regarding the strategic procurement function, the Leader said that the
Council was currently in an arrangement with other Local Authorities for a shared
procurement service and would pass that comment to Ardal.
RESOLVED – T H A T the comments and recommendations from the Extraordinary
Corporate Performance and Resources Scrutiny Committee held on 2nd October,
2024 be noted.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the reference and discussions at the meeting.
C154 CLOSURE OF ACCOUNTS 2023/24 (REF) –
The reference from the Extraordinary Corporate Performance and Resources
Scrutiny Committee held on 2nd October, 2024 was presented.
Committee considered the year end revenue position and noted there being a
surplus of £2.08m at year end which was proposed to be transferred to reserves as
follows:
- Establish a new and temporary £2m reserve to offset Education Deficits in
2024/25 on a provisional basis whilst the Council worked with schools on
establishing a coordinated approach to tackling school deficits;
- The balance of £80k had been transferred to the General Fund.
The level of Useable Reserves had reduced in year although by less than had been
projected but some of those commitments had been slipped into 2024/25 in
accordance with Capital Expenditure slippage.
Committee asked Cabinet to consider the possibility of there being a dedicated
procurement officer for schools which would fit in with the financial support already
offered to schools, although procurement was now a matter being dealt with under a
joint agreement with Ardal. Officers would be asked to investigate the suggestion.
The financial position within schools was discussed and there was discussion and a
recommendation for further consideration to be given for Governing bodies to be
provided with further support and guidance regarding school budget deficits. The
Leader said that the school-based Finance Team did work with schools and would
be happy to assist Governing bodies, as well as other schools being able to offer
peer support.
Committee also asked for future closure of accounts reports to detail planned and
unplanned use of reserves more clearly, which the Head of Finance would look to
address in future reports.
RESOLVED – T H A T the comments and recommendations from the Extraordinary
Corporate Performance and Resources Scrutiny Committee held on 2nd October,
2024 be noted, with detail passed to relevant Officers for consideration.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the reference and discussions at the meeting.
C155 CORPORATE PARENTING PANEL –
The minutes of the Corporate Parenting Panel meeting held on 8th July, 2024 were
presented.
The Cabinet Member, who was the Chair of the Panel, said that the Corporate
Parenting Charter had been considered at the meeting. It had been agreed that a
future workshop be organised in November for the Panel to look in detail at how to
meet all the relevant requirements.
The Panel also considered the latest Children Looked After figures for the Vale of
Glamorgan.
Councillor Williams noted that the minutes had not yet been formally agreed by the
Panel who would consider them at the November meeting and any amendments
would be brought back to Cabinet or would be considered as agreed if no comments
were received.
RESOLVED – T H A T the minutes of the Corporate Parenting Panel meeting held
on 8th July, 2024 be noted, subject to consideration at the next Corporate Parenting
Panel in November 2024.
Reason for decision
In noting the minutes.
C156 CARDIFF BAY ADVISORY COMMITTEE –
The minutes of the Cardiff Bay Advisory Committee meeting held on 10th July, 2024
were presented.
The Cabinet Member, who was reappointed as the Chair of the Committee, said that
the Committee had discussed the Timetable of Meetings, navigational safety, a
general progress from the Harbour Authority and an update from Natural Resource
Wales on dissolved oxygen levels. There had been one minor pollution incident
which had been quickly resolved.
RESOLVED – T H A T the minutes of the Cardiff Bay Advisory Committee meeting
held on 10th July, 2024 be noted.
Reason for decision
In noting the minutes.
C157 APPOINTMENT OF LOCAL AUTHORITY GOVERNORS ADVISORY
PANEL (REF) –
The minutes of the Appointment of Local Authority Governors Advisory Panel
meeting held on 9th October, 2024 were presented.
The Cabinet Member was pleased to see how many people had been prepared to
put time and effort into supporting local schools as Governors. There were currently
only two vacancies yet to be appointed. The Leader acknowledged the commitment
that Governors made in needing to understand matters such as safeguarding,
finance, school performance and thanked all those who had volunteered to take on
those roles.
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T the minutes of the Appointment of Local Authority Governors
Advisory Panel meeting held on 9th October, 2024 be noted.
(2) T H A T the following appointments be made to the schools as set out below:
School No. of Vacancies Appointment
All Saints CiW 1 None – remains vacant*
Cadoxton Primary 1 D. Stolzenberg
Cogan Primary 1 C. Shillabeer
Colcot Primary 1 J.D. Rogers
Cowbridge Comp 2 S. Blackman and D. Farrell
Dinas Powys Primary 1 N. Meredith
Evenlode Primary 2 A. Thomas and K. Nolan
Gladstone Primary School 1 Councillor P. Drake
High Street Primary 1 L. Banks
Holton Primary 2 J. Scott and S. Pengelly**
Jenner Park Primary 1 E. Ryles
Llangan Primary 1 E. Thomas
Llandough Primary 1 Councillor G.D.D. Carroll
Llanfair Primary 2 S. Bonnar and N. Phillips
Oakfield Primary 2 L. Banks and C. Hunt**
Pencoedtre High School 1 D. Carter
Peterston S Ely Primary 1 S. Evans
Rhws Primary 1 J. Nixon
Romilly Primary 2 M. Kennedy and C.
Withycombe
South Point Primary 1 B. Millhausen
St Cyres Comprehensive 4 H. Evans; Councillor C.P.
Franks; S. Pengelly and S.
Dowling
St Illtyd Primary 1 M. Evans
St Nicholas CiW 1 C. Hunt
St Richard Gwyn 2 D. Carter
One appointment made, one
vacancy remains*
Sully Primary 1 E. Parker
Whitmore High School 2 Councillor N. Marshallsea and
Councillor E. Goodjohn
Y Bont-faen 1 M. Evans
Ysgol Bro Morganwg 5 D. Griffith; G. Evans; H.
Llewellyn-Morgan; R. A. Evans
and S. Evans
Ysgol Pen Y Garth 1 R. Griffiths
Ysgol Sant Baruc 2 S. Evans and O. Williams
Reasons for decisions
(1) In noting the minutes.
(2) To endorse the appointments to be made to the schools.
C158 DRAFT CAPITAL INVESTMENT STRATEGY 2025/26 AND INITIAL
CAPITAL PROGRAMME PROPOSALS 2025/26 TO 2029/30 (EL/PR) (SCRUTINY
– CORPORATE PERFORMANCE AND RESOURCES) –
The Leader presented the report to gain approval for the Initial Capital Programme
Proposals for 2025/26 to 2029/30 so that they may be submitted to Scrutiny
Committees for consultation and to set out the Draft Capital Investment Strategy for
Cabinet Members to consider.
The Leader said it was important to be aware and have a clear idea of the costs of
new schemes considering significant pressures in relation to price inflation of
materials and labour, but that money had been put aside from reserves for some
matters within the programme as well as consideration given to other potential
funding such as borrowing, grants or s106 contributions.
This was a matter for Executive decision.
Cabinet, having considered the report and all the issues and implications contained
therein
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T Draft Capital Strategy 2025/26 as set out in Appendix 1 be approved.
(2) T H A T the Initial Capital Programme for 2025/26 to 2029/30 be endorsed.
Reasons for decisions
(1) To approve the Draft Capital Strategy for 2025/26.
(2) To consult Members on the Capital Programme for 2025/26 to 2029/30.
C159 REVISED HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE THREE YEAR RESURFACING
PLAN 2024 - 2027 (NBS) (SCRUTINY – ENVIRONMENT AND REGENERATION) –
The Cabinet Member presented the report to advise Cabinet of the changes used to
identify priority locations for resurfacing works and to agree the plan for 2024 – 2027.
Councillor Wilson said it was important to remember that the highway included use
by cyclists and pedestrians as well as vehicles, including both roads and pavements.
He referred to Appendix B to the report concerning the new Highway Maintenance
Scoring Matrix which also included Active Travel routes as well as school / public
Transport routes.
There was £2.9M in the capital programme for 2024/25, for resurfacing and
treatment works such as surface dressing, micro asphalt treatment and footway
improvement works, as detailed in Appendices A-1 to A-4 to the report.
The Leader said it was important to look at the various criteria, how traffic affected
highways in different ways in different areas and looked forward to the discussion at
Environment and Regeneration Scrutiny Committee.
This was a matter for Executive decision.
Cabinet, having considered the report and all the issues and implications contained
therein
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T the contents of the revised Highway Maintenance Three Year
Resurfacing Plan 2024 – 2027, as attached at Appendix A – 1, 2, 3 and 4 be noted,
and the locations for resurfacing works be agreed in principle.
(2) T H A T the changes to the carriageway prioritisation scoring matrix to
incorporate active travel and cycle routes within the methodology be noted.
(3) T H A T delegated authority be granted to the Director of Environment and
Housing Services to amend the Plan, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for
Neighbourhood and Building Services, if urgent highway resurfacing priorities were
identified.
(4) T H A T the matter be referred to Environment and Regeneration Scrutiny
Committee for consideration.
(5) T H A T subject to no comments that would affect the Plan as proposed being
received from the Scrutiny Committee, the Highway Maintenance Three Year
Resurfacing Plan 2024 - 2027 be agreed.
(6) T H A T where a location was listed on the Plan, the Council’s technical
officers within the Highway Maintenance team would prioritise the full extents,
however only partial areas may be completed, simply to ensure the best allocation of
budget and that any material of sound condition was not removed and replaced with
new.
Reasons for decisions
(1) To agree, the Highway Maintenance Three Year Resurfacing Plan 2024 –
2027, subject to its consideration by the Environment and Regeneration Scrutiny
Committee.
(2) To ensure that areas impacting on Active Travel and routes used by cyclists,
were properly considered.
(3) To deal efficiently with changes to the Plan should other highway routes
deteriorate more rapidly than expected or constraints dictate that a change in priority
was required to ensure the most cost-effective use of the budget allocation.
(4) To ensure that the relevant Scrutiny Committee could consider the details of
the Highway Maintenance Three Year Resurfacing Plan 2024 – 2027, prior to it
being formally agreed.
(5) To enable the final Plan to be approved following its consideration by the
relevant Scrutiny Committee should no comments that affect the Plan as proposed,
be received.
(6) To ensure that the Highway Resurfacing budget (2024/25), was utilised as
efficiently as possible.
C160 CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF SUPPORTED
ACCOMMODATION FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IN THE VALE OF
GLAMORGAN (SCH) (SCRUTINY – HEALTHY LIVING AND SOCIAL CARE) –
The Cabinet Member presented the report seeking authority to undertake a tender
process relating to the provision of the above services and sought delegated
authority to award the contract to the successful provider(s).
Councillor Williams gave thanks to all the staff involved in putting together the report
and for the work completed to be able to bring the matter forward for Cabinet to
consider as significant need had been identified in the Vale of Glamorgan and a lot
of work had been completed to put the matter forward for consideration. This was
echoed by fellow Cabinet Members.
The needs of the individuals within each of the three lots were quite different, hence
the need for the three different tenders.
The Leader said it was important work to avoid people in such circumstances feeling
alone at such a young age and important to be able to help them.
This was a matter for Executive decision.
Cabinet, having considered the report and all the issues and implications contained
therein
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T the Director of Social Services, in consultation with the Cabinet
Member for Social Care and Health, be authorised to undertake competitive tender
processes for the provision of shared temporary accommodation services for
vulnerable unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young people, temporary
supported living accommodation for vulnerable children and young people, and
emergency supported lodgings for vulnerable young people in the Vale of
Glamorgan.
(2) T H A T the Director of Social Services, in consultation with the Cabinet
Member for Social Care and Health, be authorised to award the contract(s) for those
services for an initial period of 5 (five) years with an option to extend for up to a
further 2 (two) years, following the completion of a tender process.
(3) T H A T the Monitoring Officer / Head of Legal Services and the Head of
Finance / Section 151 Officer in the Vale of Glamorgan Council be authorised to
execute a contract with the successful Provider(s).
Reasons for decisions
(1) To ensure that the Council provided shared temporary accommodation for
vulnerable unaccompanied asylum-seeking children and young people within the
Vale of Glamorgan in a cost-effective way that met the requirements of Welsh
Government UASC Guidance and the required standards of the Care Inspectorate
Wales (CIW).
(2) To ensure that the Council provided temporary supported living
accommodation and emergency supported lodging placements for vulnerable
children and young people within the Vale of Glamorgan in a cost-effective way that
met the requirements of Welsh Government Supported Living Guidance and the
required standards of the Care Inspectorate Wales (CIW).
(3) To ensure that the Council met the requirements of its Contract Procedure
Rules and Financial Procedure Rules.
C161 SHARED REGULATORY SERVICES (SRS) - AMENDMENT TO THE
JOINT WORKING AGREEMENT (JWA) (CEERS) (SCRUTINY – HOMES AND
SAFE COMMUNITIES) –
The Cabinet Member presented the report which recommended and sought approval
for a change to the Joint Working Agreement between the partner Councils for the
provision of Regulatory Services. The change would see the addition of the Public
Health (Wales) Act 2017 to the list of functions delegated to the Shared Regulatory
Services (SRS) Joint Committee.
This was a matter for Executive decision.
Cabinet, having considered the report and all the issues and implications contained
therein
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T the proposed change to the Joint Working Agreement under a Deed
of Variation between the partner Councils for the provision of Regulatory Services be
endorsed and recommended the same to Full Council for consideration and
approval.
(2) T H A T the Monitoring Officer/Head of Legal and Democratic Services be
authorised to execute the required Deed of Variation reflecting the change when
approved by Full Council.
Reasons for decisions
(1) To ensure that appropriate approvals were sought in relation to the proposed
change to the Joint Working Agreement through the addition of the Public Health
Wales Act 2017 to the list of functions delegated to the Joint Committee and
contained in Part 1 to Schedule 1 of the Shared Regulatory Services Joint Working
Agreement to be agreed by all three partner Councils.
(2) To enable the proper execution of the Deed of Variation to reflect the change
within the Joint Working Agreement on approval by Full Council.
RESOLVED – T H A T the dispensation as set out in the schedule below be
granted up to the date of the next Local Government Elections:
Member Requesting Paragraph(s) of Decision
Dispensation the Standards
Committee (Grant
of Dispensations)
(Wales)
Regulations
2001 Under Which
Dispensation is
Granted and as
applied for
Councillor M. Wilson (d) and (f) To speak and vote on
general matters and
speak only on finance
matters at meetings of
Cowbridge with
Llanblethian Town Council
when matters relating to
the Cowbridge and District
Museum Trust and
Charter Trust Cowbridge
are to be considered.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the application and discussions at the meeting.
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T the Head of Legal and Democratic Services be authorised to issue
an Enforcement Notice under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning Act
1990 (as amended) to require:
(i) Demolish the marquee.
(ii) Remove from the land all items and materials resulting from the
undertaking step (i).
(2) T H A T in the event of non-compliance with the Notice, authorisation is
also sought to take such legal proceedings as may be required.
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Reasons for decisions
(1) It appeared to the Council that the above breach of planning control
constituting operational development consisting of the construction of a raised
decking structure and bar structure, had occurred within the last 4 years.
(2) The white glossy appearance of the marquee coupled with its significantly
visible location within the Dyffryn Basin and Ridge Slopes Special Landscape
Area was considered detrimental to the surrounding rural character of the area
and wider landscape. The white design of the marquee resulted in a stark
contrast which did not fit well into the landscape, and negatively affected outward
and inward views to the SLA. The development was therefore considered to
conflict with policies MG17 (Special Landscape Areas), MD1 (Location of New
Development, criterion 1) and SP10 (Built and Natural Environment) of The Vale
of Glamorgan Adopted Local Development Plan 2011-2026 and TAN12- Design
and the advice within the Tourism and Leisure Development SPG.
(3) There had been no further indication that the building would be removed at
the time of writing the report.
(4) It was considered that the decision complied with the Council’s well-being
objectives and the sustainable development principle in accordance with the
requirements of the Well Being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015.
(ii) Land and Buildings at 12 Chapel Close, Dinas Powys –
The report sought authorisation to serve an Enforcement Notice in relation to a
raised platform which had been constructed to the rear of 12 Chapel Close, Dinas
Powys, without planning permission. It was considered that construction of a
raised platform within the rear garden enabled unrestricted views into the windows
and gardens of neighbouring properties, resulting in an unacceptable loss of
privacy and thereby resulting in a loss of residential amenity.
It was therefore also considered expedient to serve an Enforcement Notice as the
development failed to safeguard residential amenity. Authorisation was also
sought to pursue legal proceedings in the event that the Enforcement Notice was
not complied with.
RESOLVED –
(1) T H A T the Head of Legal and Democratic Services be authorised to issue
an Enforcement Notice under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning Act
1990 (as amended) to require:
(i) Permanently reduce the height of the raised platform comprising the
top tier of the rear garden to no higher than 300mm above the original
level of the ground directly below.
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(2) T H A T in the event of non-compliance with the Notice, authorisation is
also sought to take such legal proceedings as may be required.
Reasons for decisions
(1) It appeared to the Council that the above breach of planning control
constituting of operational development comprising the construction of the raised
platform to the rear of the property had occurred within the last 4 years.
(2) The raised platform comprising the top tier of the rear garden was
considered to result in an unacceptable degree of overlooking towards the rear of
neighbouring properties and loss of privacy and was therefore considered to have
an unacceptable impact on residential amenity, contrary to paragraphs 9.2.1 and
9.2.2 of the Council’s Residential and Householder Development SPG as well as
Policy MD2 of the Adopted Local Development Plan.
(3) In view of the issues identified in the paragraphs above, it was considered
expedient to pursue action to require the platform to be reduced from 600mm, to
no higher than 300mm above the original ground level directly below.
(4) It was considered that the decision would comply with the Council’s well-
being objectives and the sustainable development principle in accordance with the
requirements of the Well-being of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015.
RESOLVED – T H A T the dispensation as set out in the schedule below be granted
up to the date of the next Local Government Elections:
Member Requesting Paragraph(s) of Decision
Dispensation the Standards
Committee (Grant
of Dispensations)
(Wales) Regulations
2001 Under Which
Dispensation is
Granted and as
applied for
Councillor W.A. Hennessy (d), (e) and (f) To speak and vote on
general matters relating to
Rhoose Library and to
speak only on matters
regarding property or
finance at both Vale of
Glamorgan Council and
Barry Town Council
meetings.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the application submitted and discussions held at the meeting.
RESOLVED – T H A T in pursuance of the powers delegated to the Committee,
the following applications be determined as indicated and any other necessary
action be taken.
2023/01102/RG3 Received on 15 November 2023
(p74)
APPLICANT: Vale of Glamorgan Council Civic Offices , Holton Road , Barry,
CF63 4RU
AGENT: Mr Jon Hurley Unit 9, Oak Tree Court, Cardiff Gate Business Park,
Cardiff, CF23 8RS
Land at Former Eagleswell School, Eagleswell Road, Llantwit Major
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Temporary housing accommodation and associated works
Deemed planning consent be GRANTED subject to the conditions as contained
within the report as well as an amendment to condition 8 and an additional
condition 14:
Amendment to condition 8
Any part of the rear windows in plots 9-27 that are below 1.7m in height about the
level of the floor in the room that is serves shall be obscurely glazed and fixed in
accordance with details that shall first be submitted to and approved in writing by
the Local Planning Authority. The scheme shall be implemented in accordance
with the approved details prior to the first beneficial occupation of the
development. The windows shall thereafter be retained at all times in accordance
with the approved details.
Addition of new condition
14. Within 12 months of the date of this planning permission, a plan/strategy to
manage the removal of the temporary residential units from the site shall be
submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The Strategy
will detail the plans to relocate the modular units to alternative sites within the 5-
year period from the grant of planning permission and should include the
commencement of this work at least 18 months prior to the expiry of the planning
permission with the 7 plots 21-27 being identified as those to be removed from the
site first. The plan will detail the proposed method and numbers of units to be
relocated to newly identified sites in batches appropriate to the size of the
receiving site. The temporary residential units shall thereafter be removed from the
site in accordance with the approved details.
Condition 14 Reason:
To ensure that local amenities are safeguarded and to ensure the development
accords with Policies SP1 (Delivering the Strategy), MD1 (Location of New
Development) and MD2 (Design of New Development).
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the report and discussions at the meeting.
2023/00888/FUL Received on 16 April 2024
(p117)
APPLICANT: Mr & Mrs Stuart & Lizzie Reid 4 Cliff Parade, Penarth, CF64 5BP
AGENT: Mr Tim Fry 88 Glebe Street, Penarth, CF64 1EF
4, Cliff Parade, Penarth
Demolition of existing house and construction of replacement dwelling
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APPROVED - Subject to the conditions as contained within the report.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the report and discussions at the meeting.
2023/00948/FUL Received on 3 June 2024
(p159)
APPLICANT: Marc Lewis 10 Bronheulwen, Porth, Mid Glamorgan , CF39 0BJ
AGENT: Mr Matthew Biggs Suite 212, Morgan Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1AF
Land off Sandy Lane, Ystradowen
Full planning application for residential development together with engineering,
drainage, landscaping, highways, and other associated works
RESOLVED – T H A T, subject to the below conditions and subject to the
interested person(s) first entering into a Section 106 legal agreement to include
the following necessary planning obligations:
• To secure the provision of the identified 19 affordable housing units on the
site.
• To pay a financial contribution to the sum of £105,800 to contribute towards
the provision of sustainable transport facilities in the vicinity of the site.
• To pay a financial contribution to the sum of £145,992 towards education
requirements arising from the development.
• To pay a financial contribution to the sum of £40,320 to provide / improve
areas of public open space.
• To pay a financial contribution to the sum of £57,960 towards the provision
of new, or enhancement of existing, community facilities in the area, and
• To provide Public Art to the value of 1% of the build costs
In addition to a clause requiring the payment of a fee to monitor and implement
the legal agreement (£7,081.44 in this case).
APPROVED – Subject to the conditions as contained within the report.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the report and discussions at the meeting.
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2021/01516/FUL Received on 15 September 2022
(p229)
APPLICANT: Mr N Rubenstein c/o DHPC, Lytchett Minster , BH16 6FE
AGENT: Mr Darryl Howells Darryl Howells Planning Consultancy, Unit 6, The
Axium Centre, Dorchester Road , Lytchett Minster, BH16 6FE
Woodside Hamlet, Ham Manor, Llantwit Major
Siting of five proposed tourist pods and wooden platform accesses
REFUSED – Subject to the Reasons for Refusal as contained within the report.
Reason for decision
Having regard to the contents of the report and discussions at the meeting.
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RESOLVED:
To note that Council agreed the following Terms of Reference for the Committee at its annual meeting on 23rd May 2024:
The role of this Committee is to scrutinise, measure and actively promote improvement in the Council's performance in the provision of services and compliance with Council policies, aims and objectives in the area of economic regeneration including:
Cardiff City Region City Deal
Inward Investment and the marketing of Cardiff
Economic Strategy & Employment
European Funding & Investment
Small to Medium Support
Cardiff Harbour Authority
Lifelong Learning
Leisure Centres
Sports Development
Parks & Green Spaces
Libraries, Arts & Culture
Civic Buildings
Events & Tourism
Strategic Projects
Innovation & Technology Centres
Local Training & Enterprise
To assess the impact of partnerships with resources and services provided by external organisations including the Welsh Government, joint local government services, Welsh Government Sponsored Public Bodies and quasi-departmental non-governmental bodies on the effectiveness of Council service delivery.
To report to an appropriate Cabinet or Council meeting on its findings and to make recommendations on measures which may enhance Council performance and service delivery in this area.