Roads, potholes, parking, buses, cycling, walking and speed limits.
What councils do
Councils look after local roads and pavements, street lights, parking and road safety, and support bus services that wouldn't run otherwise. Motorways and trunk roads are the Welsh Government's.
Who decides
The Cabinet member for transport leads. Traffic orders, such as new speed limits or parking restrictions, are advertised before they're made.
Having a say
Report potholes and broken street lights to the council or through FixMyStreet. You can object to a proposed traffic order during its notice period.
In numbers
Welsh councils plan to spend £107 per person on this in 2026-27.
It ranges from £62 in Vale of Glamorgan to £166 in Anglesey.
People killed or seriously injured on the roads: 38 per 100,000 people across Wales (2025).
RESOLVED: that
1. subject to the future budget allocation, approval be given to an increase of the value of contracts to be allocated via the DPS from £49 million to a total value of £138.8 million. This revised amount will cover the value of all new contracts allocated until the expiry date of the contracts up to 31st august 2029.
2. authority be delegated to the Director of Planning Transport and Environment in consultation with the Cabinet portfolio Members and directorate budget holders for Education, Childrens and Adults service, to procure and deliver contracts subject to budget being available.
3. Authority be delegated to the Director of Planning Transport and Environment in consultation with the Cabinet portfolio Members and Directorate budget holders for Education, Childrens and Adults service, to award single tender spot contracts outside of the passenger transport DPS up to £30m subject to budget being available for upcoming statutory taxi contracts. This amount covers the period that the contracts are potentially in place until 31st august 2029.
4. It be noted that if the budget requirement exceeds the current allocation available having considered the availability of external funding or in year efficiencies then this will need to be brought back to Cabinet for approval as part of the budget setting process.
5. It be noted that a further report be brought to Cabinet once further changes take place in the wider funding context such as changes to BES etc. are understood.
RESOLVED – That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee to convey any comments, observations and recommendations made during the way forward.
RESOLVED – The public be excluded for this part of the meeting as the Committee discuss information which is confidential and exempt from publication as 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.
The Chairperson then opened the debate on this item. Members were invited to comment, seek clarification or raise questions on the information received. Thiediscussions are summarised as follows:
· Officers were asked to comment on the age, emissions and general condition of the vehicles used for school transport. Officers stated that different quality standards depending on the classifications of the vehicles. Tendering companies are required to meet those standards in order to join the approve list of contractors. Vehicle age limits are specified and discussions are ongoing with contractors with a view to improving their vehicles to Euro 6 emission standards. Members were asked to note that there are a reduced number of contractors bidding for tenders and these are working at capacity in terms of the number of vehicles available. Furthermore, some school bus services are provided by public bus companies and these will fall outside of the procurement framework. Services that are procured via the framework will receive a higher score during the tendering process for better quality vehicles.
· Members asked whether officers were confident that the services can be provided in the future given the limited number of contractors tendering for contracts. Members were advised that the position is extremely challenging in Cardiff and across Wales. The impact of the Bus Emergency Scheme, where Councils across Wales may be looking to replace public bus services with contracted services, also needs to be factored in. Bus companies have a limited number of drivers available and they are struggling to cover their existing services. These concerns have been raised with Welsh Government.
· Members asked whether the new schools being built in the city were being built on established bus routes. Officers stated that consultation is undertaken with colleagues in Planning and Education to ensure that schools have good transport links, including bus services and walking and cycling networks.
· Members asked whether the costs of the contracts would reduce in coming years if budgetary pressures such as inflation and fuel costs come down. Members were advised that tendering is undertaken to provide a consistent cost. For example, ALN contracts are 3-year contracts in order to provide stability for the pupils. These include options for inflationary increases. However, it is difficult to reduce a contract price. Because of the dynamic nature of the service both contractors and the Council need to give 1 months notice to end the contract and contractors are able to withdraw from the contact.
RESOLVED – That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee to convey any comments, observations and recommendations made during the way forward.
RESOLVED – That the following matters be dealt with as indicated:
(1)
Case 1
Members considered complaint received from a Member of the public that a driver had refused a fare.
Members were advised that a private hire booking was made in order to transport a vulnerable passenger with learning disabilities from the Millennium Centre to their home address. The passenger had participated in a performance at the Millennium Centre and he appeared in stage make up and a ‘drag’ costume. The complainant stated that the driver refused to take the passenger and said that they would need to book another vehicle. The passenger was not intoxicated, though their speech is affected by their disability.
The driver stated that he refused the fare because the passenger was intoxicated and travelling alone. He was concerned that the passenger may become sick during the journey so he cancelled the booking.
The complainant stated that at no point did the driver raise concerns about the passenger being intoxicated. The complaint stated that he would have challenged the driver at the time if that was the case.
Responding to questions from the Sub Committee the driver stated that he often worked on Friday and Saturday evenings and he regularly took fares from customers who were intoxicated.
RESOLVED – That the Hackney Carriage / Private Hire licence be suspended for 7 days and the driver be required to complete the SQA professional driver qualification within 3 months.
(2)
Case 2
Members were asked to consider a complaint received from a member of the public regarding a drivers conduct.
The complainant stated that whilst out jogging she came across a taxi parked on double yellow lines and partially blocking the pavement. She decided to take a photograph and report the matter to the private hire operator. The driver of the vehicle then exited the vehicle and an exchange occurred. It was alleged that the driver then followed the complainant and a further more heated altercation occurred. The complainant stated that she was concerned by the driver’s behaviour and for her safety.
The driver accepted that he was parked on double yellow lines. However, he was collecting a passenger with Downs Syndrome from a nearly premises. The driver explained that the fare was a regular booking and he always parked in that place because passengers with Downs Syndrome need consistency. The driver stated that noticed the complainant taking photographs of his vehicle. He attempted to explain the situation to the complainant. He denied following the complainant or that a further altercation occurred.
Members questioned both parties in order to clarify the sequence of events.
RESOLVED – That no further action be taken.
(3)
Case 3
The Sub Committee considered a complaint from a passenger who alleged that a driver had dismissed her instructions regarding which directions to take. The driver had also driven dangerously, in excess of the speed limit and had attempted to overcharge for the journey.
The driver addressed the Sub Committee. He advised that he was working on the rank in Mill Lane. A customer approached the vehicle and asked if he used the taxi meter. Two passengers entered the vehicle. The first drop-off was in Canton and the second in Rhiwbina. The driver entered the postcodes into his satnav. After dropping the first passenger in Canton the driver stated that when travelling along Western Avenue he missed the turn off at Gabalfa. The remaining passenger became agitated, she was upset and shouting.
The driver denied that he was travelling in excess of the speed limit. He apologised for missing the turn off.
The complainant stated that after dropping her friend in Canton the vehicle was travelling along Western Avenue. She instructed the driver to take the Gabalfa turn off as they were approaching it. The drivers satnav was also instructing him to take the exit. The driver at first sat in silence and then shrugged his shoulders as they passed the exit saying ‘too late now’
The complainant immediately telephoned her husband. She stated that she was panicking and concerned for her safety. She asked her husband to track her phone using an app installed on the device. The driver took the next available exit. He was driving erratically. He attempted to re-join Western Avenue in the wrong direction and needed to perform an emergency stop. The driver then travelled in excess of the speed limit and continued to refused to take instructions. The complainant provided evidence of the route taken by the vehicle and the speeds at which the vehicle was travelling downloaded from the app on her phone.
Responding to questions the complainant stated that she was in a similar position during visit to London. The driver on that occasion took her to the wrong hotel. However, that driver was extremely reassuring, courteous and apologetic. This driver did nothing to reassure her which only increased her anxiety.
At the end of the journey the driver asked for £35 fare. The complainant stated that she has taken the exact same journey on numerous occasions and the fare should be approximately £21.
The Sub Committee asked questions. Members attempted to clarify how an experienced taxi driver would ignore the instructions from a passenger and their own satnav. The driver stated that he did not know why he missed the exit and accepted that he had made a mistake.
RESOLVED – That the Hackney Carriage / Private Hire Drivers licence be suspended for 28 days for conduct and attempting to overcharge a passeneger.
(4)
Case 4
The Sub Committee were asked to determine whether a driver was a fit and proper person to hold a hackney carriage / private hire drivers licence. Members were advised that due to an administrative error a driver was granted a licence application on 2 May 2023. The application should have been listed for the Committee’s consideration as the driver had previously had a licence revoked. The decision to revoke was challenged and subsequently upheld in the Magistrates Court.
Members were advised that in October 2018 South Wales Police informed the Licensing Authority that the driver had been arrested on suspicion of the rape of a 16-year old female passenger. The driver submitted an email detailing his version of events. All charges against the driver were eventually dropped and the driver remains free of conviction. However, the Public Protection Sub Committee resolved to revoke the licence. An application was made in January 2022 and the Public Protection Sub Committee resolved to refused the application.
Members questioned the driver regarding the events that took place on the evening in question. The driver’s representative raised concerns that the Sub Committee were effectively rehearing the original complaint. There were no questions put to the driver regarding his conduct since the revocation of his licence in 2018.
The Chairperson stated that the Members present were not present in 2018 and they were entitled to ascertain what had occurred that resulted in the revocation and the subsequent appeal being upheld by the Magistrates Court. The Chairperson reminded all parties of the fit and proper person test that is applied when determining these matters.
RESOLVED – That the hackney carriage / private hire drivers licence be revoked as the Sub Committee did not consider the driver to be a fit and proper person to hold a licence.
(5)
Case 5
RESOLVED – That a hackney carriage / private hire drivers licence be granted.
RESOLVED: that
1. Approval be given to the in-principal case for the introduction of a Road User Payment scheme subject to consultation, equality impact assessment and preparation of a robust business case.
2. authority be delegated to the Director of Planning, Transport and Environment to develop the business case and WelTAG studies for a Road User Payment scheme, subject to consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport & Strategic Planning
3. authority be delegated to the Director of Planning, Transport and Environment to establish a Review Group in WelTAG Stage 2 to recommend the preferred option to be taken forward to WelTAG Stage 3 preparation of the Final Business Case, subject to consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport and Strategic Planning
4. it be noted that the outcome of WelTAG Stage 2 Outline Business Case together with consultation responses and equality impact assessments will be presented to Cabinet for a decision on the preferred option to be taken forward for the WelTAG Stage 3 Full Business Case.
5. it be noted that the outcome of WelTAG Stage 3 Full Business Case will be presented to Cabinet for a final decision.
6. Approval be given to the undertaking of consultation and engagement associated with each stage of preparing the WelTAG business case for a Road User Payment scheme.
7. Approval be given to the undertaking of research and preparation of a communication and public and key stakeholders strategy to support the preparation of the business case for a Road User Payment scheme.
RESOLVED: that
1. It be noted that the modelling work carried out on the future of Castle St provides confirmation that the legal limit for Air Quality is achieved.
2. Subject to confirmation of Welsh Government Funding, Option 1 (Do Minimum – All Traffic) be approved to be delivered as a permanent scheme.
3. Authority be delegated to the Director of Planning, Transport & Environment in consultation with the Corporate Director of Resources to deal with all aspects of the procurement process (including approving the evaluation criteria to be used and authorising the award of the proposed contract).
4. If Welsh Government funding is not forthcoming, authority be delegated to the Director of Planning, Transport & Environment to review future arrangements on Castle Street and report back to Cabinet.
5. the aspirations to improve the wider transport network in line with the decision to leave Castle Street open to traffic be noted and supported
RESOLVED – That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee to convey any comments, observations and recommendations made during the way forward.
RESOLVED – That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee to convey any comments, observations and recommendations made during the way forward.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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 RESOLVED TO BE GRANTED SUBJECT TO ENTERING INTO A BINDING SECTION 106 AGREEMENT
(Councillor Irene Humphreys left the meeting during consideration of this application in accordance with her prejudicial interest)
22/02184/OUT – CAERAU
LAND TO THE SOUTH WET OF PARK VIEW HEALTH CENTRE ADJACENT TO ELY AND CAERAU COMMUNITY HUB, TRESEDER WAY, CAERAU
Proposed Health and Wellbeing Hub and associated infrastructure works relating to access, parking, drainage and landscape.
Subject to the following amendment to Condition 9:
The existing children's playground shall not be removed (and shall remain available at all times for children's play) until such time as details of the relocated playground have been submitted to and improved in writing with the Local Planning Authority, and the replacement playground provided on site in accordance with the approved details. The details shall include, but not limited to the following: Location of the new playground, full details of the design and layout of the children's playground (including proposed play equipment) and natural play features, timetable for installation of playground and natural play areas, post installation inspections and maintenance by the developer before handover to the council.
APPLICATION GRANTED
23/00283/FUL – GABALFA
57 INGLEFIELD AVENUE, GABALFA, CARDIFF, CF14 3PY
Construction of dormer loft extension, and change of use to house of multiple occupation (sui generis class)
RESOLVED:
Council AGREED to:
• note the delegated authority granted previously by Council to the Director of Governance & Legal Services and Monitoring Officer to seek nominations from political groups for the establishment of a politically balanced Member Appointment Panel to undertake interviews for the two positions; and
approve the appointment of the Independent Non-Executive Director of Cardiff Bus, as named in the Amendment Sheet provided at the meeting, for a term of 3 years, subject to the receipt of satisfactory references.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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
22/02644/DOC – WHITCHURCH AND TONGWYNLAIS
LAND TO THE NORTH-WEST OF WHITCHURCH HOSPITAL PLAYING FIELDS.
Discharge of Condition 16 (GIMS) of 17/01735/MJR
22/02231/RES – WHITCHURCH AND TONGWYNLAIS
LAND TO THE NORTH-WEST OF WHITCHURCH HOSPITAL PLAYING FIELDS
Application for the approval of Reserved Matters pursuant to Outline Planning Permission reference 17/01735/MJR for the delivery of the new Velindre Cancer Centre, parking, landscaping works, pedestrian infrastructure and all other ancillary works.
22/026434 – WHITCHURCH AND TONGWYNLAIS
LAND TO THE NORTH-WEST OF WHITCHURCH HOSPITAL PLAYING FIELDS
Discharge of Conditions 17 (CEMP) of 17/01735/MJR
RESOLVED – That the following matters be dealt with as indicated:
(1)
Case 1
The Sub Committee was asked to consider a complaint received that a driver attempted to overcharge a passenger and refused to use the taxi meter.
The Sub Committee received representations from the complainant. The complainant detailed the events on the evening in question. Members were advised that the passenger provided the destination and the driver stated that the fare would be £10 because fuel prices were high. The passenger was uncomfortable and was aware that the taxi meter should be used for all journeys. He asked the driver to stop the vehicle at which point the driver started the meter. The complainant stated that he needed to be assertive and he was concerned that other passengers would be intimated if they were put in the same position.
The driver stated that he had explained to the passenger that the fare would be approximately £10. He denied refusing to use the taxi meter and apologised for any misunderstanding.
Members questioned both parties in order to clarify the events on that evening.
RESOLVED – That the Hackney Carriage/Private Hire drivers licence be suspended for 10 days for not using the taxi meter.
(2)
Case 2
Deferred for 1 month
(3)
Case 3
Members were advised that a driver had received 6 penalty points for driving without insurance. The Sub Committee was asked to consider whether any disciplinary action should be taken.
The driver’s legal representative addressed the Sub Committee. Members were advised that the driver recognised that this was a serious offence. The driver was driving a private vehicle at the time of the offence. He was unaware that his insurance policy had been cancelled by email. The insurance company had continued to take payment for the policy. When he was made aware of the position he rectified it immediately.
RESOLVED – That the driver receives a written warning for a driving offence.
(4)
Case 4
Members received representations from a driver who received 6 penalty points for careless driving.
The driver stated that he had arrived late to pick up a group of passengers. The passengers were impatient and were intoxicated. One person in the group also refused to wear a face mask. The group asked to be taken to the Depot in Butetown but the booking was for a drop off in Rhiwbina. The driver refused to take the fare and he suggested that they book another vehicle. The passengers then became angry so the driver offered to book the vehicle for them.
The driver described the group as excited and disrespectful. The group insisted he take them and were refusing to let him leave.
As he drove away one passenger was holding on to the passenger door. The driver stopped and the customer fell. The driver was subsequently summoned to appear in court. He plead not guilty and went to trial.
The driver stated that he had never had any complaint or problems with other passengers. He was unaware that he was required to declare the conviction at the time.
RESOLVED – That the Hackney Carriage/Private Hire drivers licence be suspended for 14 days for a driving offence and for not declaring the offence.
(5)
Case 5
The Sub Committee received representations from a driver who had received 9 penalty points for speeding offences. The driver explained the circumstances leading to each of the convictions. The driver accepted that he was at fault and that he needed to declare the offences at the time. The driver stated that there were no passengers in the vehicle at the time of the offences.
RESOLVED – That the driver receives a written warning for driving offences.
(6)
Case 6
The Sub Committee was asked to consider a complaint received from 2 Licensing Enforcement Officers. The officers reported that they had witnessed a private hire vehicle plying for hire in the city centre, in contravention of the conditions of its licence.
The driver stated that he had taken a friend to Penarth Road. He then went to Mill Lane to wait for a fare. He denied picking up any passengers there.
The Licensing Officers stated that they were working in Mill Lane. They witnessed a female approach the vehicle and overheard a conversation taking place. The Licensing Officers considered that the vehicle was plying for hire and it had not been pre-booked. The vehicle details were subsequently checked. The private hire operators confirmed that no bookings had been made for that vehicle that day. The driver was subsequently interviewed under caution.
Members of the Sub Committee questioned all parties. The Sub Committee established a number of inconsistencies between the drivers statement under caution and the answers they were being given at the meeting.
RESOLVED – that the Hackney Carriage/Private Hire drivers licence be suspended for 28 days for plying for hire without a licence.
(7)
Case 7
Members were advised that a driver had received a custodial sentence for an offence of battery. The conviction was not declared at the time but was subsequently declared upon renewal of the licence. Members were asked to consider whether any disciplinary action should be taken.
The Sub Committee received representations from the driver’s legal representative. Members were provided with background information leading up to the conviction.
Members were advised that an incident had occurred in 2019. The driver was separated from his wife and children and his estranged family live some distance away. The driver received reports that his son was not attending school and he was greatly concerned.
An argument had occurred which between the driver, his ex-wife and members of her extended family. The driver was arrested, charged and subsequently convicted.
The legal representative stated that the driver regretted his actions. He was shamed and he didn’t want anybody to know. A false allegation was also made that the driver intended to return his daughter to Yemen which resulted in 2 restriction orders being placed upon him.
Members were advised that the driver had no problems related to his role as a taxi driver. He specialises in working with vulnerable people and concentrated on working outside of the city centre. A period of four years had elapsed since his conviction.
The driver accepted that he should have notified the Council earlier. It was recognised that the priority for Members is public safety and it was suggested that he had provide his trustworthiness.
RESOLVED – That the Hackney Carriage/Private Hire Drivers licence be revoked.
RESOLVED – That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee to convey any comments, observations and recommendations made during the way forward.
RESOLVED – That the following matters be dealt with as indicated:
(1)
Case1
The Sub Committee received representation from a driver who had received penalty points for s1peeding. The driver stated that the offence had occurred during a family emergency when visiting a relative in hospital. He was not working at the time of the offence.
RESOLVED – That the driver receive a written warning.
(2)
Case 2
Members received representations from a driver who had receive penalty points for driving without insurance. Members were advised that the driver was witness by Licensing Officers plying for hire in a vehicle that was licenced for private hire only, in contravention of the conditions of his licence.
The driver stated that he was waiting in a queue of traffic in the city centre. Two passengers entered the vehicle and in order to avoid any potential confrontation he decided to take them to their destination.
RESOLVED – That the driver receives a written warning and be required to complete the SQA qualification within a four-month period.
(3)
Case 3
The Sub Committee considered the case of a driver who was convicted of carrying a bladed object in a public place and using threatening and insulting words in a public place.
The driver stated that he was fined £695 at Magistrates Court for driving without insurance. An altercation occurred when a bailiff called at his home to collect non-payment of the fine. The offences were not declared at the time of the offences or on the drivers renewal application.
RESOLVED – That the hackney carriage / private hire drivers licence be revoked for use of threatening and insulting words, carrying a bladed object in a public place and for not declaring criminal convictions as required.
(4)
Case 4
Deferred for 1 month.
(5)
Application 5
The Sub Committee received representations from a driver who had failed to provide a valid DBS certificate.
RESOLVED – That the drivers licence be suspended until a valid DBS certificate in provided.
(6)
Case 6
The Sub Committee received representations from a driver who had received a caution for an offence of battery.
The driver stated that he was involved in an altercation with a doorman in his social club. The driver provided his account of the incident. The driver stated that he was an ex-serviceman and he was a good driver. He was not working at the time of the incident and his was not a violent person or a danger to customers.
No further action
(7)
Case 7
The Sub Committee heard from a driver who had received penalty points for a driving offence of speeding. The driver accepted that he was at fault for the offence and he regretted his actions.
RESOLVED – That the driver receives a written warning.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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
22/02542/VAR – HEATH
32 ANTONY ROAD
Variation of Condition 3 of 20/01075/MNR, to extend trading hours Wednesday to Saturday from 19:00 to 21:00.
Approved as per recommendation in addition to amendment to wording of Condition 3 and additional Condition 7 as below :
3) For a temporary period of 12 months from the date of the permission hereby granted, Members of the public shall only be admitted to or allowed to remain on the premises between the hours of 07:00 and 19:00 on Mondays and Tuesdays, 07:00 and 21:00 on Wednesdays to Saturdays, and 08:00 and 17:00 on Sundays, following which members of the public shall only be admitted to or allowed to remain on the premises between the hours of 07:00 and 19:00 on Mondays to Saturdays, and 08:00 and 17:00 on Sundays.
7) After 19:00 on any day, no external seating / tables shall be sited or allowed to remain within the site curtilage, other than within the area outlined in blue on the external seating plan dated 02/02/2023.
22/02170/REM – GRANGETOWN
TRAMSHED, PENDYRIS STREET
Removal of Condition 1 of 21/01813/MJR to enable permanent permission for late night events.
22/02308/FUL – SPLOTT
LAND OFF LEWIS ROAD
Demolition of buildings, removal of hardstanding areas, reprofiling of site and associated works.
Subject to the following:
Approved as per recommendation, subject to removal of recommended condition 5 (with all subsequent conditions re-numbered).
22/02949/WTTPP – PENTYRCH AND ST FAGANS
WOODLAND ADJOINING MAIN ROAD, GWAELOD-Y-GARTH
Completion of works to woodland path, provision of porous surfacing with no-dig construction where the new permanent path surfacing yet to be constructed would be in excess of 20% of currently unsurfaced ground within a Root Protection Area.
22/02867/HSE – WHITCHURCH AND TONGWYNLAIS
1 CLAS ISAN
Hip to gable and rear dormer roof extensions.
APPLICATIONS RESOLVED TO BE GRANTED SUBJECT TO ENTERING INTO A BINDING SECTION 106 AGREEMENT
22/01718/MJR – SPLOTT
MORRLAND ROAD, DAY CENTRE, MOORLAND ROAD
Demolition of the existing moorland Community Centre and the proposed development of 13 independent living flats for the older persons, community facility and associated works.
22/0220/FUL – BUTETOWN
MERCHANT PLACE AND CORYS BUILDINGS, 3 BUTE PLACE AND 57 BUTE STREET
Partial demolition of existing buildings and the redevelopment of the site to provide an educational facility, including the restoration of the existing buildings, internal and external alterations to the existing buildings, the erection of an 8-storey building, ancillary cycle parking, landscaping, public realm improvements and associated works.
22/02204/LBC – BUTETOWN
MERCHANT PLACE AND CORYS BUILDINGS, 3 BUTE PLACE AND 57 BUTE STREET.
Partial demolition of existing buildings and the redevelopment of the site to provide an educational facility, including the restoration of the existing buildings, internal and external alterations to the existing buildings, the erection of an 8-storey building, ancillary cycle parking, landscaping, public realm improvements and associated works.
Listed Building Consent.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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
22/02280/FUL – WHITCHURCH AND TONGWYNLAIS
WHITCHURCH HOSPITAL, PARK ROAD
Temporary construction access route to the site of the approved Velindre Cancer Centre. The north-south connecting section is then proposed to be converted to provide a revised emergency access for approved Velindre Cancer Centre.
That planning permission be GRANTED subject to the Local Planning Authority receiving a confirmation letter from the Welsh Ministers that the decision has not been called in, and authorises the Local Planning Authority to grant planning permission pursuant to its Direction dated 12th January 2023 made under Article 18 of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure)(Wales) Order 2012
Subject to an amendment to Condition 1 to read:
‘All vehicular use of the temporary road hereby approved shall cases by no later than 30 November 2026, and thereafter by no later than 30 January 2027 (or prior to the first beneficial use of the new Cancer Care Hospital whichever comes first) the width of the road shall have been reduced and remaining land restored/landscaped in accordance with the approved Landscape plan reference 70066877-WSP-EV-DR-LA-P1-5101 REV PO1 and the general arrangement/ details approved under condition 3. The access shall thereafter be retained in its approved form.
APPLICATIONS DEFERRED
22/02542/VAR – HEATH
32 ST ANTHONY ROAD
Variation of Condition 3 of 20/01075/MNR to extend trading hours Wednesday to Saturday from 19:00 to 21:00
REASON: In order for a site visit to the location to take place.
22/02184/OUT – CAERAU
LAND TO THE SOUTH WEST OF PARK VIEW HEALTH CENTRE ADJACENT TO ELY AND CAERAU COMMUNITY HUB, TRESEDER WAY
Proposed Health and Wellbeing Hub and associated infrastructure works relating to access, parking, drainage and landscape.
REASON: In order for a site visit to the location to take place.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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
20/01882/MJR – LLANDAFF
WINDRUSH, 58 PWLLMELIN ROAD
Councillor Michael left the room for consideration of this item in accordance with his prejudicial interest.
Demolition of existing dwelling house and replacement with 23 self-contained residential apartments, contained within four separate blocks with landscaping, access, parking and associate infrastructure.
22/01717/MJR – GRANGETOWN
INTERNATIONAL SPORTS VILLAGE
Councillor Robson left the room for consideration of this item in accordance with his prejudicial interest.
Variation of Condition 2 of 21/02848/MJR to amend the list of approved plans to substitute with the amended plans.
21/02138/MJR – SPLOTT/RUMNEY
CARDIFF COASTAL FLOOD DEFENCES. THE SEVERN ESTUARY COASLINE AND EAST AND WEST BANKS OF THE RIVER RHYMNEY, CARDIFF
Councillor Michael left the room for consideration of this item in accordance with his prejudicial interest.
The Construction of a series of Fluvial and Coastal Flood Defences along the Severn Estuary Coastline and East and West banks of the River Rhymney, to include Rock Armour Revetments, Concrete Erosion Protection Mats, Earth Bunds a Double Flood Gate (at the Rhymney River Motor Boat Sail & Angling Club) and Sheet Piling.
Subject to the following amendments to Condition 5:
No development, including site clearance, shall commence until a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.
The CEMP shall include details of:
• Construction methods: details of materials, sediment management measures (including if contaminated sediment present); how waste generated will be managed; linked to Construction Method Statement and Contaminated Sediment Sampling Plan or Strategy (subject to separate conditions)
• General Site Management: the construction programme including phasing of development, construction timetable, details of site clearance; details of site construction drainage, containments areas, appropriately sized buffer zones between storage areas (of spoil, oils, fuels, concrete mixing and washing areas) and any watercourse or surface drain, piling type and timings; vehicle access routes over sensitive habitats e.g. saltmarsh and associated protection measures; contaminated sediment plan and strategy.
• Biodiversity Management: details of piling restrictions to avoid disturbance to migratory fish and the fish assemblage; details of saltmarsh habitat protection; measures to avoid disturbance to overwintering and ground nesting birds; invasive species management including link to biosecurity risk assessment and management plan; measures to protect otter and badger during construction and avoidance measures for foraging and commuting bats; Precautionary Working Method Statement for amphibians and reptiles; other species and habitats protection, avoidance and mitigation measures (to include breeding birds, bats, dormouse, water vole and invertebrates). To be informed by update and pre-construction surveys as necessary.
• Soil and Sediment Management: details of topsoil strip, sediment removal, storage and amelioration for re-use. Link to contaminated sediment plan and strategy.
• Measures to ensure new bunds will naturally regenerate or if seeded, the use of locally sourced seeds.
• Control of Nuisances: details of restrictions to be applied during construction including timing, duration and frequency of works; details of measures to minimise noise and vibration including piling activities, for example acoustic barriers; details of dust control measures; measures to control light spill and the conservation of dark skies;
• Resource Management: details of fuel and chemical storage and containment; details of waste generation and its management; details of sediment management; details of water consumption, wastewater and energy use.
• Traffic Management: details of site deliveries, plant on site, wheel washing facilities; site hoardings, dedicated vehicle access routes, construction staff parking, traffic management and habitat protection measures;
• Pollution Prevention: demonstrate how relevant Guidelines for Pollution Prevention and best practice will be implemented, including details of emergency spill procedures and incident response plan; details of how contaminated sediments will be dealt with.
• Details of the persons and bodies responsible for activities associated with the CEMP and emergency contact details.
• Contact details of the Community Liaison Officer who will communicate and coordinate between the construction contractor and local residents.
• Landscape/ecological clerk of works to ensure construction compliance with approved plans and environmental regulations;
• NVC maps to inform construction access routes and compound locations so to avoid sensitive places.
The CEMP shall be implemented as approved during the site preparation and construction phases of the development.
Reason: In the interests of highway safety, protection of the environment and public amenity in accordance with Local Development Plan Policies T5 (Managing Transport Impacts), T6 (Impact on Transport Networks and Services), EN5 (Designated Sites), EN6 (Ecological Networks and Features of Importance for Biodiversity), EN7 (Priority Habitats and Species), EN10 (Water Sensitive Design), and EN13 (Air, Noise, Light Pollution and Land Contamination)”
APPLICATIONS REFUSED
22/011636/MNR – RHIWBINA
LAND TO THE REAR OF CANOLFAN GARDEN AND SHEDS BETWEEN 238 PANTBACH ROAD AND HEOL Y BONT.
Councillor Robson reaffirmed his prejudicial interest and confirmed he would be speaking as a Ward Councillor.
Retention of storage container for Snails Deli.
REASON:
1. The industrial appearance of the storage container, including its scale, form and materials and it’s siting forward of the building line to Heol Y Bont, are out of keeping with the residential character, quality and pattern of development in the surrounding area, resulting in an insensitive and obtrusive feature in the street scene which is detrimental to visual amenity and the character of the area, contrary to policy KP5 (i) of the Cardiff Local Development Plan.
2. The storage container, by virtue of its scale, form, material, siting forward of the building line to Heol Y Bont and projection above the adjacent boundary wall, is unneighbourly and detrimental to the amenities of residents of 1 Heol Y Bont in that it is unsightly and obtrusive when viewed from that property, contrary to policy KP5(x) of the Cardiff Local Development Plan.
3. That the Chief Legal and Democratic Services Officer be authorised to issue an Enforcement Notice under Section 172 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 to secure the removal of the unauthorised storage container.
22/01707/MNR – SPLOTT
88 SPLOTT ROAD
Councillor Stubbs left the room for consideration of this item in accordance with his prejudicial interest. Councillor Irene Humphreys chaired this item.
Ground floor rear extension, dormer loft conversion, alterations and change of use to use to large SUI Generis house in multiple occupation.
Subject to the following:
Amendment to Condition 5 to read:
The development shall be carried in accordance with the following approved plans.
· CXB3/4/a/b/c/d – Proposed Ground Floor Plan
· CXB3/5/a – Proposed First and Second Floor Plan
· CXB3/6/a/b/c – Proposed Elevations
REASON: To ensure satisfactory completion of the development and for the avoidance of doubt in line with the aims of Planning Policy Wales to promote an efficient planning system.
REASON:
“By virtue of the alterations required to facilitate the use of the property as a house in Multiple Occupation the proposal will provide an insufficient amount of useable amenity space to serve the number of occupiers contrary to Policy KP5: Good Quality and Sustainable Design and Policy H5: Sub-Division or Conversion of Residential Properties of the Cardiff Local Development Plan and the advice contained within the House in Multiple Occupation Supplementary Planning Guidance 2016.
APPLICATIONS DEFERRED
2/01718/MJR - SPLOTT
Moorland road day centre, Moorland Road
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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.
22/01411/DCH – RADYR
43 PENTWYN
Ground floor and first floor extension with new crossover and carport.
22/01719/MJR – FAIRWATER
CANTONIAN HIGH SCHOOL, FAIRWATER ROAD
Erection of Temporary Replacement School Buildings (Between One and Three Storey in Height), Including Administration, Kitchen/Canteen and School Hall Buildings; Temporary School Car Park and Footpath From Fairwater Road to Doyle Avenue (All Temporary Works) Together With Permanent Enabling Works to Facilitate the Redevelopment of Cantonian High School Comprising Boundary Fencing, Spectator Stand, Installation of Sports Pitches, Multi Use Games Areas and Associated Floodlighting and Fencing, Associated Landscaping, Drainage And Engineering Works.
APPLICATIONS DEFERRED
20/01882/MJR – LLANDAFF
WINDRUSH, 58 PWLLMELIN ROAD
Demolition of existing dwelling house and replacement with 23 self contained residential apartments, contained within four separate blocks, with landscaping, access, parking and associate infrastructure
22/01707/MNR – SPLOTT
88 SPLOTT ROAD, SPLOTT
Ground floor rear extension, dormer loft conversion alterations and change of use to large SUI generis house in multiple occupation.
RESOLVED: that
1. It be noted that the Welsh Government has allocated £8m of grant funding to support the transition to electric bus on the Cardiff Network.
2. Authority be delegated to the Director of Planning, Transport and Environment, subject to consultation with the Cabinet Member for Transport & Strategic Planning, s.151 Officer and Director Governance and Legal Services, to prepare the scope and method of allocating Welsh Government grant funding to increase the use of electric buses serving Cardiff and to determine, approve and implement the Cardiff Electric Bus Scheme.
RESOLVED: that
1) progress on the delivery of the Llanrumney Regeneration Scheme be noted
2) authority be delegated to the Director of Economic Development in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Investment and Development, the Section 151 Officer and the Legal Officer to:
i) progress the disposal of the 3 parcels of land in the sequence set out in this report.
ii) enter legal contracts for the delivery of the new road link and bridge subject to an independent valuation, the capped contribution set out in Confidential Appendix 4, and the funding being available as anticipated in this report and set out in Confidential Appendix 4.
RESOLVED – That the Chairperson writes to the Cabinet Member on behalf of the Committee to convey any comments, observations and recommendations made during the way forward.
RESOLVED: Pursuant to this Committee’s delegated powers the following development control 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
22/00927/DCH – RIVERSIDE
97 ROMILLY CRESCENT AND 106 LLANDAFF ROAD
Proposed reformation of 97 Romilly Crescent and 106 Llandaff Road to form a single dwelling, single storey side extension, alterations to external amenity areas including landscape planting and associated works
APPLICATIONS DEFERRED
22/01411/DCH – RADYR
43 PENTWYN
Ground Floor and first floor extension with new crossover and carport.
REASON: In order for a site visit to take place.
RESOLVED:
The recommendation is for Planning Committee to approve the application for Legal Services to make the Legal Order and book Magistrate Court appearance.
RESOLVED – That the following matters be dealt with as indicated:
(1)
Case 1
The Sub Committee was asked to consider whether a driver was a fit and proper person to hold a licence. It was revealed on renewal of his licence that he had failed previously to disclose a conviction which occurred while he was licensed.
On renewal of his licence the driver declared a conviction under the Fraud Act. A Disclosure Barring Service check revealed a conviction dated 11 November 2021 relating to a failure to declare a change of circumstances for Council Tax purposes.
The driver was asked to explain the circumstances. The driver’s representative stated that the driver had a friend who had recently become homeless. He came to stay temporarily with the driver, then the stay was extended to become a longer one intermittently between trips to Somalia.
The driver was not aware at the time that the arrangement was becoming a permanent one. When he became aware that he was in breach of Council Tax rules he pleaded guilty. He is currently repaying the Council Tax owed and relies on his job to pay.
As soon as he became aware that he should have notified the Local Authority of his conviction the driver sent an email detailing his guilty plea. This was confirmed by the Authority.
When questioned by members of the Sub Committee the driver explained that the homeless person he had accommodated was a single person, a taxi driver, and he stayed with the driver for around 10 months intermittently.
RESOLVED – That no further action be taken.
Councillor Driscoll declared an interest in the following item as a person was known to him. Cllr Driscoll withdrew from the meeting and took no part in the decision.
(2)
Case 2
The Sub Committee was asked to consider whether a driver was a fit and proper person to hold a licence after a complaint was received that he entered and travelled in the wrong direction down a one-way street and gestured at a Cardiff Council Road Safety Officer using his middle finger. The incident was observed by a member of the public, the head teacher of a primary school who was welcoming children being delivered to the school by parents.
The Sub Committee received representations from the complainant. The complainant described how he was cycling to his work as a Road Safety Officer when he saw the driver in his taxi approaching the wrong way down a one-way street. He dismounted and captured a video image of the taxi turning round and returning back up the lane. As he passed him the driver made a rude gesture with his middle finger and told him to ‘Get a life’. The member of the public had come over to where the Officer was and witnessed these events.
The driver was asked to present his account of the incident. He claimed that at the time of the incident in March there were no ‘No Entry’ signs at the beginning of the lane. As he drove down the lane he realised something was not right, so he drove slowly past the Road Safety Officer. A member of the public informed him he was travelling the wrong way down a one-way street. He carried out a 3-point turn in the road and returned in the opposite direction. As the weather was hot he wound down his window. The Road Safety Officer was running along beside his car. He could see the Officer had something in his hands but could not see it was a mobile phone. He thought he was under attack.
The driver stated that he was not dropping off a passenger but was passing through the area. He knew the area and had used the route before over the previous 12 years. He had recently come off a contract with Bad Wolf studios and had carried celebrities and High Court judges.
The driver denied having been sent emails and stated that they had been sent to the wrong address.
RESOLVED – That the driver be issued with a written warning regarding his conduct and reminded of his duties as a driver.
(3)
Case 3
The Sub Committee was asked to consider whether a driver was a fit and proper person to hold a licence. On renewal of his licence the driver declared a motoring conviction for driving without due care and attention. The offence occurred in 2020, however the driver did not notify the Authority at the time instead waiting for renewal.
The driver was asked to explain the circumstances. The driver’s representative stated that on the day of the offence the driver was approaching Coryton interchange at 1.30am in heavy rain. There were roadworks and the driver accidentally drove the wrong way into a diversion. Realising his mistake, he attempted to turn around and return the way he had come but was stopped by Police. The offence was uncontested, he paid a fine and had 5 points placed on his licence.
The driver admitted that he had not declared the conviction at the time it occurred but had declared it on renewal of his licence. He stated that he was now aware of what was required of him in terms of notification of convictions but had not been aware at the time. He had held a licence for 30 years and not previously been convicted of any motoring offences. He had been a licenced driver for 6 years and had not appeared before the Committee previously.
RESOLVED – To issue the driver with a written warning regarding his conduct.
(4)
Case 4
The Sub Committee was asked to consider whether a driver was a fit and proper person to hold a licence. On renewal of his licence it became apparent that a conviction was present for driving or allowing someone to use a vehicle uninsured for third party risk.
The driver was asked to explain the circumstances. The driver stated that he had not been driving a taxi or private hire vehicle at the time of the offence. He was working as a driver for a food delivery service and had previously been named on the company’s insurance as a driver of the vehicle. The ownership of the company had changed and the new owner had stopped the insurance for the van. The driver was unaware of this and only discovered it when he was stopped.
It was revealed in the course of questioning that there was an error in the papers before the Sub Committee and that the correct date of the offence was 9 May 2022.
RESOLVED – To issue the driver with a written warning.
(5)
Application 5
The Sub Committee was asked to consider an application in principle for the grant of private hire operator’s licence. The driver had previously held a licence which had subsequently been revoked.
The Sub Committee was presented with a report summarising the driver’s previous appearances before it and the circumstances surrounding them. These included a 6-month ban for ‘totting up’, a conviction for fraud against Cardiff City Council for claiming for transport services that were never carried out, and a conviction for plying for hire without a licence or insurance. They also included repeated refusals of applications for a Hackney carriage/private hire driver’s licence. The driver accepted that the facts contained in the report were accurate.
The driver was asked to explain the circumstances. The driver stated that he had made several applications for a licence but they had all been refused. He had waited patiently for the necessary period to elapse before applying again. He had studied and was fully cognisant with all the necessary information especially the law. He accepted in full his responsibility for his previous non-compliance. His offences were his fault and he offered no excuses for them. He assured the Sub Committee they would not be repeated
The driver stated that since losing his licence he had never been in trouble and had not been involved in any legal problems. He had been of good character for the past 7 years.
The driver stated that he had completed the necessary training for understanding and knowledge. The incident had been a lesson for him and had not been repeated. He was a better-informed person and posed no danger to the public. He had learnt a lot over the past 7 years.
The driver was questioned by members of the Sub Committee. He stated that at the time of his offences he was doing his job and did not focus. He had never had any such problems and never had any complaints from customers. He had already been punished for his offences.
The driver stated that at the time of his conviction for fraud he knew many drivers who did the same. He took responsibility for his actions.
The driver explained the circumstances behind his conviction for working without insurance. He had rented a car whose owner did not know the insurance had expired. He himself did not know the car was not insured.
The driver explained the circumstances behind his conviction for fraud. He had been contracted by the Council to transport children to and from school. He had given the job to one of his drivers and was unaware that they were not carrying out the work. When he was apprised of the situation he took responsibility.
The driver was challenged that the alleged job did not exist and that he had defrauded the Council out of a substantial sum. He had also hired a car without a licence. It was put to the driver that this demonstrated a wilful disregard for the law.
The driver responded that he was now aware of the law. It was put to him that he ought to have known the law from the start and that he had been twice caught acting as a taxi driver without a licence.
In response to further questions the driver confirmed that he had been running a taxi firm at the time of the fraud and stated that he had given the school jobs to other drivers employed by the firm. He confirmed that he had been disqualified for 6 months for speeding as a taxi driver. He stated that his licence had now been clean for 7 years.
RESOLVED – That the application for a private hire operator’s licence be refused.
RESOLVED:
The Council is recommended to:
• approve the reappointment of Sian Davies and Linda Phillips as Independent Non-Executive Directors of Cardiff Bus for a further 6-month period until 13 April 2023;
• agree to delegate authority to the Corporate Director (Resources), in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance, Modernisation & Performance, to engage specialist advice to support the advertisement of the two Independent Non-Executive Director positions and the shortlisting of appropriately qualified candidates for consideration by a politically balanced Member Appointment Panel; and
• note the delegated authority granted previously by Council to the Director of Governance & Legal Services and Monitoring Officer to seek nominations from political groups for the establishment of a politically balanced Member Appointment Panel to undertake interviews, and to conclude the public appointment process by reporting the outcome of this process to Council for decision in due course.
RESOLVED: That the Sub-Committee having considered all the information, and in accordance with the requirements of the Licensing Act 2003, the Section 182 Guidance and the Licensing Authority’s own Statement of Licensing Policy, GRANTED the application.
The Sub Committee heard from the applicant and listened to all the evidence and submissions and considered the written material. Members also considered the Licensing Act 2003, the Section 182 Guidance, the Statement of Licensing Policy and all written representations.
The Sub Committee also heard the representations from a local Ward Member and have considered all written representations made to us.
Member gave regard to the objections from Ward Members, and acknowledge that there are concerns regarding anti-social behaviour in the area, but did not feel that any evidence of disorder is linked to the proposed variation of this Premises Licence. This premises is not located within a cumulative impact area and as such there is a presumption to grant an application where there is no evidence that the application will undermine the licensing objectives. Furthermore, we note that no objection was received from South Wales Police who are recognised as the Responsible Authority primarily concerned with crime and disorder.
The Sub Committee therefore resolve to grant the application.