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Planning Committee - Tuesday, 12th March, 2024 1.00 pm

March 12, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting Read transcript (Professional subscription required)
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Summary

The council meeting primarily focused on two planning applications: the retention of a wooden structure and a touring caravan at a rural property, and a retrospective application for an extension and decking at a residential development. Both applications were approved despite some objections.

  1. Retention of Wooden Structure and Touring Caravan: The council approved the retention of a wooden structure and a touring caravan used for ancillary domestic purposes. Proponents argued that removing the structures would be unsustainable and unnecessary since they could be replaced by similar structures under permitted development rights. Objectors were concerned about the precedent set by allowing deviations from initial conditions. The decision allows the property owner to maintain the current setup, which supports their horticultural activities.

  2. Retrospective Application for Extension and Decking: The council approved a retrospective application for an extension and decking that had already been constructed, differing from originally approved plans. The developer argued that the changes were minor and did not adversely affect neighboring properties due to existing vegetation and distance. Objectors felt their privacy was compromised and expressed frustration over the developer's non-compliance with initial plans. The approval was granted with conditions to ensure no further privacy infringement, such as the installation of privacy screens and restrictions against using the roof as a balcony.

An interesting point in the meeting was the discussion about the lack of a prior site visit for the second application, which had been promised but not conducted due to COVID-19 restrictions. This issue highlighted procedural lapses and the impact of the pandemic on council operations.

Attendees

Profile image for Cllr. Tyssul Evans
Cllr. Tyssul Evans  Plaid Cymru •  Llangyndeyrn
Profile image for Cllr. Sue Allen
Cllr. Sue Allen  Independent •  Whitland
Profile image for Cllr. Mansel Charles
Cllr. Mansel Charles  Plaid Cymru •  Llanegwad
Profile image for Cllr. Peter Cooper
Cllr. Peter Cooper  Welsh Labour •  Saron
Profile image for Cllr. Terry Davies
Cllr. Terry Davies  Plaid Cymru •  Tyisha
Profile image for Cllr. Michelle Donoghue
Cllr. Michelle Donoghue  Welsh Labour •  Bynea
Profile image for Cllr. Ken Howell
Cllr. Ken Howell  Plaid Cymru •  Cenarth and Llangeler
Profile image for Cllr. Carys Jones
Cllr. Carys Jones  Cabinet Member •  Plaid Cymru •  St Clears with Llansteffan
Profile image for Cllr. Jean Lewis
Cllr. Jean Lewis  Plaid Cymru •  Trelech
Profile image for Cllr. Denise Owen
Cllr. Denise Owen  Plaid Cymru •  Llanybydder
Profile image for Cllr. Dorian Phillips
Cllr. Dorian Phillips  Plaid Cymru •  Llanboidy
Profile image for Cllr. Edward Skinner
Cllr. Edward Skinner  Welsh Labour •  Hengoed
Profile image for Cllr. Russell Sparks
Cllr. Russell Sparks  Plaid Cymru •  Carmarthen Town West
Profile image for Cllr. Gareth Thomas
Cllr. Gareth Thomas  Plaid Cymru •  Hendy
Profile image for Cllr. Michael Thomas 
Cllr. Michael Thomas   Welsh Labour •  Pembrey
Profile image for Cllr. Elwyn Williams
Cllr. Elwyn Williams  Plaid Cymru •  Llangunnor
Lle Gwag
Hugh Towns
Emma Bryer
Michelle Evans Thomas
Rachel Morris
Siwan Rees
Martin Runeckles

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