WEEE recycling centre at First Avenue, Wrexham Industrial Estate, Wrexham

“CHANGE OF USE FROM CLASS B8 (STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION) TO USE AS A RECYCLING CENTRE FOR WEEE (WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT)”

“Proposal The application seeks a change of use from Class B8 (Storage and Distribution) to a Sui Generis use to use the existing building and site as a recycling centre for WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment). This will include the erection of concrete bays for the storage of waste in the external yard.”

“Site Description The application site consists of a warehouse and office as well as an external yard with partial canopy cover located at Unit 1 Redwither Complex, First Avenue, Wrexham Industrial Estate.”

“Site History P/2015/0177 - DEMOLITION OF EXISTING BUILDING AND EXTENSION TO WAREHOUSE AND ALTERATIONS – Granted…”

“The Officer presented the report and, in doing so, displayed plans of the site to assist with his presentation. A discussion ensued and the following points were raised during the debate:”

“Clarification was sought regarding the fire safety measures in place at the site, particularly given the electronic equipment proposed to be stored and processed there. In response, Members were advised that safety equipment was already in place on the site. • Members noted that waste materials would arrive in bags and would not be tipped on site.”

“RESOLVED - That permission be granted in accordance with the Officer recommendation.”

“Prior to first importation of waste, the 4 metre concrete leglo block bays shall be installed in accordance with the “Site Plan” dated 17th June 2026. These bays shall be maintained in situ for the duration of the development hereby approved.”

“Within three months of the date of this permission, two electric vehicle charging points shall be installed on site. Thereafter the electric vehicle charging points shall be retained as such and maintained in full working order for the lifetime of the development.”