25-04-2025
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.
