skip to main content

Agenda, decisions and minutes

Venue: Cyfarfod Rhithiol / Virtual Meeting. View directions

Contact: Lowri Haf Evans  01286 679878

Media

Items
No. Item

1.

APOLOGIES

To accept any apologies for absence.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

None to note

 

The committee extended their deepest sympathy to the family of Councillor Charles Jones.

 

2.

DECLARATION OF PERSONAL INTEREST AND PROTOCOL MATTERS

To receive any declaration of personal interest and to note protocol matters.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

a)    The Solicitor, Rhun ap Gareth, in item 5.4 on the agenda (planning application number C19/1072/11/LL) as his uncle lived near the site.

 

The officer was of the view that it was a prejudicial interest and he left the meeting during the discussion on the application.

 

b)    The following members declared that they were local members in relation to the items noted:

 

Councillor Gruffydd Williams (a member of this Planning Committee), in relation to item 5.1 on the agenda, (planning application number C20/0607/42/DT);

 

Councillor John Brynmor Hughes (not a member of this Planning Committee), in relation to item 5.2 on the agenda (planning application number C20/0070/39/DT)

 

3.

URGENT ITEMS

To note any items that are a matter of urgency in the view of the Chairman for consideration.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

None to note

4.

MINUTES pdf icon PDF 177 KB

The Chairman shall propose that the minutes of the previous meeting of this committee, held on, 20th October 2020, be signed as a true record.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

The Chair signed the minutes of the previous meeting of this committee, held on 20 October 2020, as a true record.

 

5.

PLANNING APPLICATIONS

To submit the report of the Head of Environment Department.

Additional documents:

Minutes:

The Committee considered the following applications for development. Details of the applications were expanded upon and questions were answered in relation to the plans and policy aspects

6.

Application No C20/0607/42/DT - Garth Hudol Rhodfa'r Môr, Nefyn, Pwllheli pdf icon PDF 228 KB

Two storey extension

 

LOCAL MEMBER: Councillor Gruffydd Williams

 

Link to relevant background documents

Additional documents:

Decision:

RESOLVED to refuse the application

 

Reasons:

 

·         Substantial extension that changes the form and appearance of the existing house which will have a detrimental impact on its character.

·         Proximity of the proposed extension will have a detrimental/damaging impact on the amenities of the adjacent house (Ceris) by overshadowing the side windows

 

Minutes:

Two-storey extension

        

a)    The Planning Manager elaborated on the background of the application, noting that this was an application for a two-storey extension to an existing dwelling which would extend 3.6m from the existing wall. There would be a single-storey element to the extension, with a mono-pitch roof at the southern end of the structure; the extension would measure 5.5m long with 1.5m of this being one-storey; this would create an additional lounge downstairs and extend the current bedroom and create an additional bathroom on the first floor. It was highlighted that the property was a substantial detached house in a residential area within the development boundary of the Nefyn Local Service Centre. The officer added that the application was submitted to the Committee at the request of the Local Member.

 

She referred to Policy AT3 which refers to protecting non-designated heritage assets that are of local significance. It was recognised that Garth Hudol had some historical significance due to its literary connection and that it was indeed a distinctive and attractive building that was valuable in terms of its place in the streetscape.  Having said this, the scale of the proposed extension was fairly small compared to the original house, and its design was in keeping and acceptable with the original in respect of features such as the shape and roof height, and size and position of the windows. Consequently, it was considered that the development was sympathetic to its built environment and, via appropriate conditions, the use of suitable materials could be secured to ensure consistency with the original house. The officer added that the building was not listed and neither the building nor its features were statutorily protected.

 

Given that the extension would be positioned west of the property next door, the officer reported that it was inevitable that there would be some loss of light to the windows of Ceris from the development, especially late in the day. However, it was noted that the side windows of Ceris already looked towards the side elevation of Garth Hudol and essentially the impact of the development would be to bring a 5.5m length of side elevation 3.6m closer, with only 4m of this being two-storey. The officer drew further attention to the fact that Garth Hudol could complete developments under permitted development rights which would enable the owners to erect a 3m high structure directly near the boundary with the neighbours.

 

It was recognised that there would be some harm to the amenities of Ceris in terms of shadowing and loss of light, but it was not considered that those detrimental impacts in themselves were significant enough compared to the existing situation to justify refusing the application.  In response to concerns regarding the impact on the privacy of Ceris, it was noted that the windows in the extension's northern elevation would look over the neighbours' garden, with the front garden of Ceris already visible from the nearby road. Consequently, it was not considered that the extension  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.

7.

Application No C20/0070/39/DT - Ty Wiggins, 12 Lôn Cernyw, Bwlchtocyn, Pwllheli pdf icon PDF 330 KB

Extension including raising height of roof

LOCAL MEMBER: Councillor John Brynmor Hughes

Link to relevant background information

 

Additional documents:

Decision:

To postpone to prepare a video and additional images of the estate and the site

 

Minutes:

An extension including raising the roof height

             Attention was drawn to the late observations form.

a)    The Planning Manager elaborated on the background of the application, noting that this was an application for an extension which would entail raising the height of the roof to a property located in the countryside of the Bwlchtocyn area and within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. She added that the site was also situated within a Landscape of Outstanding Historic Interest and within a housing estate. The application was being submitted to the Committee at the request of the Local Member.

 

It was explained that from looking at the property from the front, the height of the roof apex would be raised from approx. 5 metres to 6.5 metres, with a pitched roof to also be placed above the existing garage. The rear extension would create a balcony on the first-floor level with decking to remain beneath it on the ground-floor level.

 

The extension was considered acceptable in terms of its design, scale and size and in proportion with the existing property – it would not be an over-development, with sufficient amenity land remaining for the property's use. The officer acknowledged the concerns that had been submitted with regard to raising the roof level and the fact that the other dwellings on the estate were single-storey dwellings. Although it would create a higher property, it was considered that the overall design retained a similar appearance to the existing property, particularly so on the front elevation which faced the estate, and that it did not have an oppressive effect on the rest of the estate.  It was added that the property was located at the furthest end of the estate, where the land was on a lower level, therefore raising the height would not have a harmful impact on the area's visual amenities. The officer also acknowledged concerns that the proposal would create a precedent for similar developments on the remainder of the estate, however, each application would have to be assessed on its own merits, and the fact that this application would receive planning permission would not set a precedent for the rest of the estate. 

 

Reference was made to the observations of the AONB Unit, noting that they had no objection given that the property was a relatively recent single-storey dwelling, and was not in a prominent location from public places. Consequently, it was not considered that the proposed alterations would cause the building to impact on the AONB. Despite its location within the AONB, the property was situated amidst other houses and formed part of the current built form of this part of Bwlchtocyn and, consequently, it would not stand out in the landscape. 

 

As a result it was not considered that the proposal would have a harmful impact on the area or on the AONB, and the proposal's design was considered acceptable. Also, the officers did not consider that there were implications in terms of road safety and the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

8.

Application No C20/0350/42/DT - Fferm Cae Rhug Ffordd Dewi Sant, Nefyn, Pwllheli pdf icon PDF 231 KB

Construction of garage and extension of curtilage

LOCAL MEMBER: Councillor Gruffydd Williams

Link to relevant background documents

 

Additional documents:

Decision:

The applicant has withdrawn the application

 

Minutes:

The applicant had withdrawn the application

 

9.

Application No C20/0623/19/AC - Land At Lon Cefnwerthyd, Bontnewydd, Caernarfon pdf icon PDF 272 KB

Application to vary conditions 2 and 21 of planning permission C19/0014/19/LL in order to reposition plots 14 and 29 and reposition garage of plot 17, reduce slab level of plots 18 and 26 and remove part of footpath to the hammerhead

 

LOCAL MEMBER; Councillor Peter Garlick

 

Link to relevant background documents

Additional documents:

Decision:

To approve the application subject to the following conditions:

 

1.      Time

2.      Comply with relevant plans and all the reports

3.      Materials/slate - details in accordance with what was agreed under C19/0994/19/AC

4.      Landscaping and site boundaries - details in accordance with what was agreed under C19/0994/19/AC, C19/1082/19/RA and C20/0226/19/RA

5.      Highways CEMP - details in accordance with what was agreed under C19/0994/19/AC

6.      Drainage

7.      Biodiversity and controlling environmental impacts -  details in accordance with what was agreed under C19/0994/19/AC

8.      Archaeology - details in accordance with what was agreed under C19/1082/19/RA

9.      Building Control Plan

10.   Removal of general development rights for the affordable houses.

11.   Removal of general development rights from plots 14, 15, 16, 17 (including the installation of additional windows and roof lights) 

12.   Agree on opaque glass for a bedroom window at the rear of plot 14 and agree on opening method

13.   Welsh name for the housing estate and houses

14.   Details and timetable for installing the equipment in the open space.

15.   Agree arrangements to secure affordable housing. - details in accordance with what was agreed under C19/0994/19/AC

 

Note

SUDS

 

Minutes:

An application to vary conditions 2 and 21 of planning permission C19/0014/19/LL in order to reposition plots 14 and 29 and reposition the garage of plot 17, reduce the slab level of plots 18 and 26 and remove part of footpath to the hammerhead.

            Attention was drawn to the late observations form

           

a)    The Planning Manager elaborated on the background of the application, noting that this was an application to vary conditions 2 and 21 of planning permission C19/0014/19/LL. She reported that the original planning permission C19/0014/19/LL was for erecting 29 living units together with creating a new vehicular access, parking spaces, landscaping and a public open space.

 

She drew attention to the fact that an application for a non-material amendment to the changes before the Committee had been submitted under reference C20/0198/19/DA and had been refused because the repositioning of plot 14 was likely to have an impact on nearby properties which would need to be assessed as part of a formal application. It was noted that the remaining amendments were non-material and were the subject of this application for the convenience of dealing with all the matters together.

 

Members were reminded that the principle of developing this site had already received planning permission under C19/0014/19/LL, and that the amendments to the proposal before the Committee had no impact on the location, total number, percentage of affordable housing, mix of housing or the general design of the site. It was therefore considered that the proposal still complied with the requirements of policies PS 16, PS 17, PCYFF 1, TAI 3 and TAI 15 of the LDP as had been confirmed in the previous application. It was added that the construction work had already commenced on the site.

 

It was highlighted that the proposal entailed repositioning plot 14 approximately 1m closer to plot 15 (which was directly next door) in order to distance the property from the hedge that bordered the whole site. Reference was made to the property named 'Tywyn' which was located beside the site and abutted the rear of plots 14, 15 and 16, with the rear of plot 14 facing the back garden of 'Tywyn'.  Repositioning plot 14, as proposed in this application, would mean that the oriel window at the back of plot 14 would look over a small area of the far corner of the back garden of 'Tywyn'. Since this area was so small and was located in a corner at the far end of the garden (an extensive garden, and located away from the sections directly near the house of 'Tywyn') it was not considered that it would have a significant detrimental effect on the privacy of the property of 'Tywyn'.  It was highlighted that the owner of Tywyn objected to the proposal on the grounds of any overlooking of his property. However, in this case the potential overlooking was considered to be minimal, and compared with the extensive area of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.