Issue - meetings

To submit a report by Heledd Jones (Team Leader) Joint Planning Policy Unit

To approve the amendments proposed in part 4.6 and paragraph 6.2.1 of the Guidance and to approve the publication of the Supplementary Planning Guidance for a public consultation period that is specifically relevant to those parts.

* Resolved to change the order of the agenda and to discuss item 7 before item 6. *

Heledd Jones gave a short presentation explaining the SPG's journey so far. The reasons for the amendments to the SPG and the minor amendments proposed were explained. It was explained that the changes related to defining what is considered by over provision of holiday accommodation and the rationale for those changes. It was highlighted that only the changes shown in bold and underlined in section 4.6 and para 6.2.1 would be subject to public consultation.

Matters raised:

• It was asked if any new development (where appropriate) could be tied to the agricultural Holding Number

• Need to look at the wording of para 4.6.2 in the English version the word ‘idle' may not be appropriate in this context'

• Clarification sought on what is meant by 'robust justification' in paragraph 3.1.3

• Clarification sought on what is meant by 'defence buildings' in paragraph 4.4.1

Response:

·         It was explained that the SPG gives guidance on this in para 4.6.6, any new development is subject to a condition where appropriate.

·         It was agreed that this word was not appropriate and would be changed and thw amendments would be proof read and any amendments would be made before releasing for public consultation.

·         It was explained that this paragraph was not subject to public consultation

·         It was explained that this wording comes directly from Planning Policy Wales

Decision To approve the amendments proposed in part 4.6 and paragraph 6.2.1 of the Guidance and to approve the publication of the Supplementary Planning Guidance for a public consultation period that is specifically relevant to those parts.