Monmouthshire Council planning decisions this week
A dangerously leaning silver birch tree was approved for removal by a delegated officer in Monmouthshire.
The tree was threatening a house, power line, and heating oil supply pipe.
Usk store to undergo redevelopment
The Co-op store on Bridge Street, Usk, will see a range of upgrades to its building and infrastructure.
Approved plans include the installation of a new gas cooler, DA pack, and air conditioning units in the rear yard, replacing existing equipment.
The timber shop fronts will be repaired and redecorated to match the current appearance.
The main entrance canopy will receive new boxing at its base to address damage to the timber columns.
Additional improvements include new ventilation systems, external LED lighting, and internal refurbishments such as upgraded flooring, ceilings, and fire boarding.
The application was granted listed building consent on June 3.
Glamping site approved in Tintern
A sustainable glamping site in Tintern has been approved by planners.
The seasonal development includes six bell tents, two compost toilets, and a shower block at Cross Farm, Ravensnest Wood Road.
Cottage set for energy efficiency upgrades
A cottage near Tintern is set for energy efficiency upgrades.
Monmouthshire County Council has approved plans to retrofit The Retreat, located on Barbadoes Hill, with external wall insulation and three new Velux roof windows.
The insulation will be applied to all four sides of the property and finished with a white render.
The application was approved by delegated decision on June 2.
Roof light given green light in Caerwent
A homeowner has been granted permission to add an extra roof light to their home.
Caerwent Community Council granted the applicant's request for a property on Merton Green, Caerwent, on May 29.
Garden to become driveway in Chepstow
A front garden is set to be converted into a driveway.
Monmouthshire County Council has approved a request to replace the lawn at 23 Western Avenue in Chepstow with a hard-surfaced parking area.
The proposed driveway will measure six metres by 6.5 metres.
The application was approved on June 2.
Forestry access track plans withdrawn
Elsewhere, plans to build a forestry access track in Devauden have been withdrawn.
The track was planned to support tree felling operations in Little Tredean Wood, where mature larch trees have been infected with Phytophthora ramorum.
The proposal was withdrawn on June 3.
Garden extension in Devauden approved
Meanwhile, a bungalow's garden will be extended after planning permission was granted.
The land will be incorporated into the residential garden at Pen Y Bryn Bungalow, Cobblers Hill, Devauden.
Gym and home office approved in Newchurch
A new gym and home office outbuilding at Pyotts Cottage, Coed Llifos Road, Newchurch, has been approved.
The construction was greenlit by a delegated officer.
Yew tree to be pruned to protect St Tysois Church
Finally, a historic yew tree will be pruned to protect a village church.
Located in the churchyard of St Tysois Church in Llansoy, near Usk, the tree will be trimmed to prevent overhanging branches from damaging the building or impeding access.
Monmouthshire County Council approved the plans on June 2.
The work will raise the tree's crown to two metres and clear branches within three metres of the church on its western side.
The application also includes the removal of epicormic shoots from the trunk.
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