Issue - meetings
052956 - Full Application - Retention of 2 No. Climbing Poles at Fields North East of Crossways Road, Pen y Cefn, Caerwys.
Meeting: 25/03/2015 - Planning & Development Control Committee (Item 164)
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Decision:
That temporary planning permission for five years be granted subject to the conditions detailed in the report of the Chief Officer (Planning and Environment).
Minutes:
The Committee considered the report of the Chief Officer (Planning and Environment) in respect of this application. The usual consultations had been undertaken and the responses received detailed in the report.
The officer detailed the background to the report and explained that one letter of objection had been received. The poles were already in place and a temporary five year permission was proposed.
Mr. S. Belfield, the applicant, spoke in support of the application. He explained that ‘Woodfest’ had started 14 years ago and that the poles, which were secure, were an integral part of the event. He explained what was involved in constructing these, stating that there were only two other sets in Wales. He felt that the poles did not overshadow or overlook neighbouring properties and they did not result in loss of privacy. The location of the site was ideal for the festival which provided an overwhelming benefit to the tourism of the area. Mr. Belfield added that ‘Woodfest’ supported 10 charities and employed a number of local people.
Councillor Jim Falshaw proposed the recommendation for approval which was duly seconded. He welcomed the proposal and added that the festival attracted contestants from all over Europe and created a vibrant atmosphere in Caerwys.
Councillor Chris Bithell welcomed the proposal but queried whether the applicant would have to remove the poles and reapply for permission at the end of the five year temporary period. The officer confirmed that the applicant would have to reapply when the temporary permission expired and that the application would be reassessed at that time.
RESOLVED:
That temporary planning permission for five years be granted subject to the conditions detailed in the report of the Chief Officer (Planning and Environment).