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Leader Live
23-05-2025
- Leader Live
Plans for 'Traveller' site in Ewloe rejected for third time
A planning application was lodged earlier this year in relation to land off Church Lane at Old Aston Hill in Ewloe. The application proposed a "change of use of land to a traveller's caravan site'". It would consist of one mobile home, one touring caravan, car parking, landscaping and associated works. Similar plans were rejected by Flintshire Council in 2022 and 2024, and the latest application has also been refused. The refusal comes amid concerns over "insufficient information" that the applicants "meet the definition of Gypsies and Travellers", and that the proposal would have an "adverse impact on the character and appearance of the open countryside" - both contrary to planning policy. MORE NEWS: A planning officer's report states: "In the opinion of the Local Planning Authority the application contains insufficient information and does not clearly demonstrate and evidence that the applicants meet the definition of Gypsies and Travellers as set out in the Housing (Wales) Act (section 108) and is contrary to the Flintshire Local Development Plan. "As a consequence of its location the proposed development will have an adverse impact on the character and appearance of the open countryside. "The proposed development fails to accord with the guidance contained within Welsh Government publication 'Designing Gypsy and Traveller Sites'."
Wales Online
16-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Pre-planning application submitted for new data centre in Neath Port Talbot
Pre-planning application submitted for new data centre in Neath Port Talbot There are a number of similar site's located across Wales The potential site of a new data centre in Port Talbot (Image: Google Maps ) A pre-planning application has been submitted to Neath Port Talbot Council over proposals to build a new 12 MW data centre. If approved the facility would be located at a site known as Tyn-y-Caeau based to the west of the A48 Margam Road, near Port Talbot on a section of the road which runs between Junction 38 of the M4 motorway. The site is approximately 1.3 hectares in size and currently accommodates a derelict complex of buildings including a dwelling house and detached guest accommodation. The area also lies within two kilometres of several nationally or internationally environmentally important sites such as Eglwys Nunydd Reservoir as well as three designated wildlife sites. The proposed development could eventually include main data halls and equipment, back-up generators, a delivery bay and storage, along with associated offices and meeting rooms. It would also contain parking for up to 15 cars if eventually given the go-ahead by the council's planning authority, along with other supporting infrastructure and landscaping. Planning developers have now submitted a request for a screening opinion which would decide if the application should be subjected to an environmental impact assessment before a full planning application is handed in to the local authority. Article continues below The report read: "This request for an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Screening Opinion is provided for the reference of the Local Planning Authority, to determine whether an EIA is required for the proposed development. "The request is made in respect of a development proposal by Welsh Bio-Enterprise (WBE)." The report added that a "comprehensive planning application" for the data centre is now being developed for the proposal, and will include a "holistic consideration of the environmental effects of the project." The Neath Port Talbot Council civic offices (Image: LDRS ) A data centre is a specialised facility that stores and processes data for company's through computing and storage resources. There are currently a number of similar site's located across Wales in places like Cardiff and Newport. Article continues below Similar plans by US-based Vantage Data Centres could also see the creation of a "European-leading data centre" at a former Bridgend car engine factory in the future. You can read more about those plans here.
South Wales Argus
11-05-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Newport property owner fights to keep house as HMO
The owner of the property on Caerleon Road in Newport, has lodged a certificate of lawfulness application to keep using the property as a six-person HMO. A planning statement prepared by LRJ Planning Ltd claims the property has been continuously used as an HMO since July 2014. This predates a February 2016 planning rule change, which classified smaller HMOs under Use Class C4. The application, made under Section 191(2) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, argues the use of the property as an HMO is lawful based on the balance of probability. The evidence submitted includes statutory declarations from both the current and previous owners, as well as HMO licences dated July 27, 2017, December 11, 2019 (draft), January 20, 2020, and February 18, 2025. An email also states the original HMO licence was issued in July 2014. The application also includes rent payment summaries, council tax liability records, utility bills, and tenancy agreements, all dating back to 2019. The planning statement concludes that the cumulative evidence proves the property has been lawfully used as a C4 HMO since at least July 2014, and remained in that use through the relevant regulatory change in February 2016. The application is asking the Local Planning Authority to issue a certificate of lawfulness confirming this status. A decision date has not yet been provided.
South Wales Argus
25-04-2025
- General
- South Wales Argus
Torfaen council planning decisions for Cwmbran and Pontypool
Single storey rear extension An application for a proposed single-storey rear extension at 2 Mill House Court, Hollybush, Cwmbran, has been refused. The council stated that the planned development was not lawful under Section 192 of the Act as it didn't represent permitted development. The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (Amendment) (Wales) Order 2013 in Schedule 1, Part 1, Class A. 1(c) states that the eaves of the proposed extension should not exceed the eaves of the part of the dwellinghouse from which it would project. Moreover, it was not confirmed that the extension would be finished to match the appearance of the materials used on the existing house. Loft conversion with dormer A loft conversion with a dormer at Sunnyview, Lewis Street, Abersychan, has been approved. The work must begin within five years of the approval date and stick to the approved plans. Specific biodiversity enhancement measures should be provided on-site prior to the development being brought into beneficial use. The dormer roof window should be fitted with obscure glazing, details of which must be first approved in writing by the council's planning authority. Roller shutter A retrospective consent application for a roller shutter at 9A Osborne Road, Pontypool, has been refused. The application stated the shutters were installed by the previous tenants without the knowledge of the applicant after break ins and damage. The council stated that the development, by reason of its design and materials, represents an unsympathetic addition that fails to respect, and unduly harms, the character and appearance of the existing building and the wider area. This includes the adjacent conservation area, contrary to several policies of the Torfaen County Borough Council Local Development Plan. Tree felling An application to fell a Douglas Fir tree and carry out works on three oak trees at Fairways, Pentre Lane, Llantarnam, Cwmbran, has been approved. The work to the oak trees includes removal of dead branches, lifting low foliage tips, reduction of the crowns and severing ivy. The applicant stated the work is required to reduce legal nuisance, damage, and improve public safety. The consent is valid for two years from the approval date and work must be carried out in line with the approved plan. Single storey rear extension An application for a single-storey rear extension at 4 Clapham Terrace, Forgeside, Blaenavon, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out in line with the approved plans. The locations of the proposed bird and bat boxes should be submitted to and approved by the Local Planning Authority before the first beneficial occupation of the extension. Single storey extension An application for a proposed single-storey rear extension at 72 Grayson Way, Llantarnam, Cwmbran, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and stick to the approved plans. Specific biodiversity enhancement measures should be provided on-site prior to the development being brought into beneficial use. Garage conversion An application for the conversion of the existing garage to an annexe and the erection of a rear garden room at 5 The Maltings, Llantarnam, Cwmbran, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out in line with the approved plans. Specific biodiversity enhancement measures should be provided on-site prior to the development being brought into beneficial use. Rear extension An application for a single-storey rear extension at 126 Llantarnam Road, Llantarnam, Cwmbran, has been approved. The council granted a certificate of proposed lawful use or development for the work as it came under the relevant permissions. ATM works An application for the proposed installation of T&Cs clip frame for an ATM and replacement of vinyl on existing fascia sign and window vinyls at One Stop Shop Stores, 18 Broad Street, Abersychan, Pontypool, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out in line with the approved plans. Adverts must be kept in clean and tidy condition and must not obscure any traffic signs. Conditions An application for the removal of condition 4, and variation of condition 5 of Planning Permission 22/P/0518/FUL at Gorse House, Graig Road, Upper Cwmbran, has been approved. The council has removed the temporary approval, which was valid until October 11, 2025. Condition 5 has been updated to read: "The property shall be occupied by no more than seven young adults and two supporting staff at any one time." Discharge of conditions An application for discharge conditions 7, 15, and 19 of application 18/P/0798/FUL for the construction of 143 dwellings and associated works at Former County Hall, Croesyceiliog, has been approved. The council was satisfied with the supplied site desk study and investigation report and construction method and tree protection statements. Roof and porch repairs An application for permission to make repairs to the roof and porch at The Greenhouse, Newport Road, Llantarnam, Cwmbran, has been approved. Work must begin within five years of the approval date and be carried out in line with the approved plans. Before any work takes place, a method statement and specification of works must be submitted to and approved by the council's planning authority. Tree removal An application to remove deadwood and one branch affecting the roof of a property at 5 Maes Y Rhiw Court, Greenmeadow, Cwmbran, has been withdrawn.
