Agenda, decisions and minutes

An apology for absence was received from County Borough Councillor J Smith.

To receive disclosures of personal interest from Members in accordance with the Code of Conduct.

Note:

1.     Members are requested to identify the item number and subject matter that their interest relates to and signify the nature of the personal interest; and

2.     Where Members withdraw from a meeting as a consequence of the disclosure of a prejudicial interest they must notify the Chairman when they leave.

In accordance with the Council’s Code of Conduct, there were no declarations made pertaining to the agenda.

To note, that when Committee Members determine the development control matters before them, they should have regard to the Development Plan and, so far as material to applications, to any other material considerations and when taking decisions, Members have to ensure they do not act in a manner that is incompatible with the Convention on Human Rights as incorporated into legislation by the Human Rights Act 1998.

It was RESOLVED to note that when Committee Members determine the development control matters before them, they should have regard to the Development Plan and, so far as material to applications, to any other material considerations and when taking decisions, Members have to ensure they do not act in a manner that is incompatible with the convention on Human Rights as incorporated into legislation by the Human Rights Act1998.

To note that the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 imposes a duty on public bodies to carry out sustainable development in accordance with the sustainable development principle and to act in a manner which seeks to ensure that the needs of the present are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

It was RESOLVED to note that the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 imposes a duty on public bodies to carry out sustainable development in accordance with the sustainable development principle and to act in a manner which seeks to ensure that the needs of the present are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

To approve as an accurate record, the minutes of the meeting of the Planning and Development Committee held on 18^th July 2024.

A query was raised from County Borough Councillor M Powell in relation to the reasons set out in Minute No. 40 and whether the refusal should also include reference to the Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015. The Committee agreed that the approval of the Minutes be deferred to the next meeting of the Committee in order for the matter be clarified.

The Committee agreed that the agenda would be considered out of sequence and as detailed in the minutes set out hereunder.

Vehicle crossover and dropped kerb to the highway

3 BRONHAUL, TALBOT GREEN, PONTYCLUN, CF72 8HW

Vehicle crossover and dropped kerb to the highway  3 BRONHAUL, TALBOT GREEN, PONTYCLUN, CF72 8HW

In accordance with adopted procedures, the Committee received Mr N Marchant (Supporter) who was afforded five minutes to address Members on the above-mentioned proposal.

The Head of Major Development and Investment presented the application to Committee and following consideration it wasRESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development.

Residential Development of 41 no. Affordable Dwellings and Associated Works (Hydraulic Modelling Assessment Rec. 25/03/24) (Amended Plans Rec. 11/04/24)

LAND ADJACENT TO BRYNGELLI ESTATE, MEADOW LANE, HIRWAUN

Residential Development of 41 no. Affordable Dwellings and Associated Works (Hydraulic Modelling Assessment Rec. 25/03/24) (Amended Plans Rec. 11/04/24)  LAND ADJACENT TO BRYNGELLI ESTATE, MEADOW LANE, HIRWAUN

The Head of Major Development and Investment informed Members that the applicant has disclosed to the Council that they do not own 2 areas of land within the application site. This will require further certification and re-consultation. Members RESOLVED to defer the determination of the application to a future meeting of the Planning & Development Committee to allow for the certification and re-consultation to take place.

New single storey classroom block containing 3 classrooms on site of the multi-use games area.

MAESGWYN SPECIAL SCHOOL, CWMDARE ROAD, CWMDARE, ABERDARE, CF44 8RE

New single storey classroom block containing 3 classrooms on site of the multi-use games area. MAESGWYN SPECIAL SCHOOL, CWMDARE ROAD, CWMDARE, ABERDARE, CF44 8RE

The Head of Major Development and Investment presented the application to Committee and following consideration it wasRESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development.

Change of Use from a C3 Dwelling House to a C4 HMO (4 Bedrooms)

3 Baglan Street, Treherbert, Treorchy, CF42 5AA

Change of Use from a C3 Dwelling House to a C4 HMO (4 Bedrooms)  3 Baglan Street, Treherbert, Treorchy, CF42 5AA

The Head of Major Development and Investment presented the application which was originally reported to Committee on 15^th August 2024, where Members were minded to refuse the application, contrary to the officer recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development.

Members gave consideration to the further report, highlighting the potential strengths and weaknesses of refusing contrary to officer recommendation and following discussions, it was RESOLVED to refuse the application contrary to the recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development for the following reasons:

1. The proposal represents an inappropriate conversion which would result in poor quality living accommodation for future residents. As such, the application is contrary to Policy AW5 of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Development Plan and Supplementary Planning Guidance: Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).

2. The proposal would lead to increased on-street parking demand and would generate indiscriminate on-street parking in the area which would have a negative impact upon highway safety. As such, the application is contrary to Policy AW5 of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Development Plan and Supplementary Planning Guidance: Access, Circulation & Parking Requirements.

Change of Use from a C3 Dwelling House to a C4 HMO (4 Bedrooms) (Amended Plans and Description Received 13/05/2024).

28 Brynhyfryd Street, Clydach, Tonypandy, CF40 2DZ

Change of Use from a C3 Dwelling House to a C4 HMO (4 Bedrooms) (Amended Plans and Description Received 13/05/2024).  28 Brynhyfryd Street, Clydach, Tonypandy, CF40 2DZ

The Head of Major Development and Investment presented the application which was originally reported to Committee on 15^th August 2024, where Members were minded to refuse the application, contrary to the officer recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development.

Members gave consideration to the further report, highlighting the potential strengths and weaknesses of refusing contrary to officer recommendation and following discussions, it was RESOLVED to refuse the application contrary to the recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development for the following reasons:

1. The proposal represents an inappropriate conversion and is considered overdevelopment of the site, resulting in an unacceptable intensification of use and poor quality living accommodation for future residents. As such, the application is contrary to Policy AW5 of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Development Plan and Supplementary Planning Guidance: Houses in Multiple Occupation. 

Change of Use from Residential Dwelling (Use Class C3) to HMO (Use Class C4)

1 Mill Street, Trecynon, Aberdare, CF44 8NA

Change of Use from Residential Dwelling (Use Class C3) to HMO (Use Class C4)  1 Mill Street, Trecynon, Aberdare, CF44 8NA

The Head of Major Development and Investment outlined the content of a ‘late’ letter received from the applicant in support of the application.

The Head of Major Development and Investment presented the application which was originally reported to Committee on 20^th June 2024 and subsequentaly 15^th August 2024, where Members were minded to refuse the application, contrary to the officer recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development.

Members gave consideration to the further report, highlighting the potential strengths and weaknesses of refusing contrary to officer recommendation and following discussions, it was RESOLVED to refuse the application contrary to the recommendation of the Director, Prosperity and Development for the following reasons:

1. The proposal represents an inappropriate conversion and is considered overdevelopment of the site, resulting in an unacceptable intensification of use and poor-quality living accommodation for future residents. It would also have a detrimental impact on the amenities of nearby residents. As such, the application is contrary to Policy AW5 of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Development Plan and Supplementary Planning Guidance: Houses in Multiple Occupation.

2. The location of the site is unsuitable for an HMO as it is situated within a busy retail area in which there is a high demand for on-street parking. It is also situated in close proximity of a busy and dangerous junction. As such, the application is contrary to Policy AW5 of the Rhondda Cynon Taf Local Development Plan.

To inform Members of the following, for the period 05/08/2024 –30/08/2024

          Planning and Enforcement Appeals Decisions Received

          Delegated Decisions Approvals and Refusals with reasons.

          Overview of Enforcement Cases.

          Enforcement Delegated Decisions.

Members RESOLVED to receive the report of the Service Director, Planning in relation to Planning and Enforcement Appeal Decisions received, Delegated Decisions Approvals and Refusals with reasons, Overview of Enforcement Cases and Enforcement Delegated Decisions received for the period 05/08/2024-30/08/2024.