The meeting of the Planning, Taxi Licensing, and Rights of Way Committee covered several key topics. The main focus was on planning applications, particularly for geodome tents at La Burnham House and an agricultural building extension at Dufferin.

Geodome Tents at La Burnham House

The committee discussed the application for four geodome tents at La Burnham House, Bryn Mawr. The application included the installation of decking areas, outdoor seating, baths, barbeque areas, toilet facilities, a sewage treatment plant, and passing places. The application was a resubmission after a previous refusal.

• Public Speakers: Four public speakers, including County Councillor Arwell Jones and Carol Davis from the community council, raised concerns about the impact on the landscape, insufficient parking, and increased traffic. They emphasized the narrow single-track lane and the visual impact of the geodomes.
• Agent's Response: Oliver Evans, the agent, addressed the concerns by proposing to paint the geodomes green, relocate one dome, and add additional planting. He also mentioned the installation of a sewage treatment plant and passing bays.
• Committee Discussion: Members discussed the visual impact, parking, and compliance with conditions. They agreed to amend the conditions to require more mature planting and ensure the geodomes are maintained in a dark green color.
• Decision: The committee approved the application with the amended conditions.

Agricultural Building Extension at Dufferin

The committee reviewed an application for an extension to an existing agricultural building at Dufferin, Myvod.

• Proposal Details: The proposed building measures approximately 42 meters by 18 meters and 4.7 meters in height. It is located within the C2 flood zone.
• Flood Risk: Natural Resources Wales (NRW) did not object, considering the existing farm complex and manageable flood risk.
• Committee Discussion: Members discussed the location, flood risk, and impact on the setting of nearby listed buildings.
• Decision: The committee approved the application.

Other Items

• Delegated Applications: The committee received and approved the list of delegated applications.
• Appeal Decisions: The committee noted an appeal decision that supported the council's refusal of a certificate of lawfulness.
• Planning Protocol: The committee approved amendments to the planning protocol, including changes to the call-in procedure and public speaking rules.

The next meeting is scheduled for June 27th and will be held online.