2400mm school boundary fence at Cyngor Gwynedd, Caernarfon

“Proposal: Erect a new 2400mm high fence around part of the playing field boundary…”

“Description: This is a full application for the erection of a 2.4m high fence around part of the playing field boundary at Ysgol Syr Hugh Owen. The new fence runs around the northern and north-western boundary of the playing field. The proposed new fence will be of a weldmesh type and a dark green colour.”

“The site lies within the boundaries of the school and the development boundary of the town, with residential housing adjoining it. The site does not lie within any other land designations.”

“C22/0906/14/LL Installation of new black 'bow top' style fencing and gates along the front boundary of the school together with the installation of a 'turnstile' to control access for pupils – Permitted with Conditions 15-02-2023”

“C22/0744/14/LL Formation of a full-size 3G sports pitch with associated 4.5-metre-high fencing, a 4-metre-high acoustic barrier, 6 x 15-metre-high floodlights, team shelters, hardstanding and landscaping embankment with planting – Permitted with Conditions 19-12-2022”

“The new fence will separate the gardens of the neighbouring houses from the school playing field, and the fence will be approximately 4 to 5m away from the rear of the houses in question. We therefore believe that this area between the back of the houses and the fence is sufficient not to create a significant negative and adverse impact on the private amenities of the owners of those houses. The fence will be dark green and of a 'weldmesh' design, so will be see-through.”

“Community/Town Council: No Objection (Unanimous) Trees Unit: No objection as there is no pruning work to trees subject to a tree preservation order or excavation proposed as part of the application. Recommend placing a note on the permission as a reminder that the trees around the boundary are protected and that a separate application is required if any work needs to be carried out on the trees as a result of the development.”

“Public Consultation: A notice was posted on the site and nearby residents were notified. The advertising period is ending and letters/correspondence objecting to the proposal have been received on the following grounds: • A significant and oppressive visual impact, especially given the elevated level of the fields (appearing up to 4m) • Significant harm to residential amenity due to proximity (4– 5m) and a feeling of being closed in • Human rights concerns in light of the…”

“A letter was also received supporting the fence because there were problems with rocks being thrown, trespassing on private property and rubbish being thrown into gardens. We note that the Local Member has declared an interest on this application and has provided comments which include the following issues: • Indicates that he opposes the application • There is no reference to the protected trees within gardens.”

“In response to observations relating to the location of the fence, it was noted that discussions would be held with those residents who had gardens abutting the fence and that it was possible to impose a condition to agree on the exact location. It was reiterated, although sufficient information had been submitted to confirm the location of the fence, there would be a need to hold discussions with the landowners to get rights of access to operate.”

“It was considered that the proposal was acceptable and complied with the relevant policies. It was recommended to approve the application with conditions.”

“Five years 2. In accordance with the plans 3. A dark green colour 4. Biodiversity enhancements…”