Two studio flats at 67 Tower Street, Treforest, Pontypridd

What was proposed

A two-storey extension would provide two self-contained studio flats alongside the existing five-bedroom HMO.

“The submitted drawings describe that the extension would allow for the provision of two self-contained studio flats at the site, in addition to the five existing HMO rooms and communal facilities found within the host building.”

“Internally, each studio flat would provide their future residents with 37sqm of living space which would comprise of an open plan lounge/kitchen, one bedroom and a shower room. In terms of access arrangements, both the ground and first floor flats would be accessible from the side elevation of the extension and would include the installation of a set of steel steps for access to the first floor flat.”

Officer report

The site

The property is a detached two-storey building in Treforest, beside varied residential properties, a service lane, garage and yard.

“The principal elevation of the property faces Tower Street to the south-west and occupies a lower level than the adjacent highway, from which it is enclosed by fencing. To the western side of the building sits a detached garage and yard.”

“The property is flanked on its southeastern side by an end of terrace dwelling, whilst to the north the property is bound by a service lane which is shared by properties at Wood Road, below.”

Officer report

Officers’ recommendation

Officers recommended approval because the flats were suitably located and designed, provided acceptable accommodation and would not cause unacceptable amenity or highway harm.

“Full planning permission is sought for the extension of an existing building which is located within the village of Treforest, Pontypridd to provide for 2no. one-bedroom flats.”

“In terms of the quality of accommodation proposed and the amenity of future residents, the Development of Flats SPG provides general principles to follow in assessing whether the quality of accommodation is acceptable, such as size, outlook, accessibility, bin storage and car parking.”

Officer report

Consultation responses

Highways, public health, ecology, flooding and water consultees raised no objections, although some recommended conditions.

“Public Health and Protection - No objections raised, conditions recommended.”

“Dwr Cymru – No objection, conditions recommended.”

Officer report

Who spoke

The Head of Major Development and Investment presented the application and its earlier committee history.

Members’ discussion

Members considered the further advice about the strengths and weaknesses of refusing against the officer recommendation.

“Members gave consideration to the further report, highlighting the potential strengths and weaknesses of refusing contrary to officer recommendation and following discussions, it was RESOLVED to approve the application in line with the original recommendation of the Director, Housing and Regeneration for the reasons set out in the original report of 5 th March 2026 and subject to the conditions set out in that report.”

Minutes