50-space overflow car park at Cwm Clydach Country Park Clydach, Tonypandy

“Vehicular access to the site will be from the existing estate road, with the proposed access road constructed in bituminous material and upgraded to a 6.0m carriageway width to facilitate safe two way movement. Rear access to the properties will be retained via a spur connection from the improved access road. The minor junction layout has been revised to position give-way markings behind the footway, to promote pedestrian priority across the junction.”

“The application site comprises an area of managed grassland located to the east of Cwm Clydach Country Park. The land is largely level, with the exception of a drainage ditch running along its southern boundary. It is situated between the main highway to the south and an access lane to the north, which is used by neighbouring residential properties for access and parking.”

“The surrounding area is mixed in character. Cambrian United FC lies to the south, while the existing car park serving the country park is positioned to the west, separated from the site by a group of trees. Cambrian Industrial Park is located to the south west, and residential areas lie to the north, with the closest neighbouring properties situated along Railway Terrace.”

“There are no recent planning applications on record associated with this site.”

“No objection raised although conditions suggested in relation to hours of construction, noise, dust and waste.”

“No objection although condition suggested in relation to surface water drainage.”

“The application has been advertised by direct notification to neighbouring properties as well as notices displayed at the site.”

“Antisocial Behaviour resulting from loitering, littering, late-night noise and vandalism • Loss of privacy • Headlights shining into nearby homes • Noise and General Disturbance • Gravel surface could result in damage to vehicles and property • Loss of green space • Significantly harm the visual amenity of the area. • Drainage and surface water concerns • Light pollution • Access would impact upon the use of the lane by residents to access their properties and garages.”

“Provision of a 50no. space 'overflow' car park facility with parking bays 2.6m wide x 4.8m long, with a 6.0m wide connecting access road including junction improvements for highway access. Existing car park to be improved comprising of disability new EV parking bays. Cwm Clydach Country Park, Clydach Vale Country Park, Clydach, Tonypandy, CF40 2XX”

“The Head of Planning presented the application to Committee and following consideration it was RESOLVED to approve the application in accordance with the recommendation of the Director, Housing and Regeneration.”