Gazebo in garden at The Coach House, Abergorlech, Carmarthen

What was proposed

The application sought retrospective permission for a gazebo and associated groundworks in the Coach House’s residential garden.

“The application is a resubmission of a previous application that was refused on 24 June 2022. The application seeks consent for the retrospective erection of a gazebo within the residential curtilage of the property known as The Coach House. The gazebo has been sited at the south-eastern corner of the garden and the works were completed on 19 July 2022. The floor area of the gazebo measures 5.46m in length by 3.46m in width with an upper ridge height of 3.30m.”

“Furthermore, it is apparent that groundworks to grade and create level plateaus was undertaken within the garden area upon which the gazebo is placed. These works include raising land levels directly adjacent to the Afon Cothi. By default, these works also form part of the application as the gazebo has been placed on top of the works.”

Officer report

What consultees said

Natural Resources Wales raised flood-risk concerns and found the information inadequate, while Built Heritage recommended refusal over conservation-area harm.

“Natural Resources Wales - have raised concerns regarding the application given its location adjacent to the river and the fact that it involves ground raising within the flood zone of the adjacent river and positioning of a structure (the gazebo) which may potentially obstruct flows due to potential of accumulation of debris and the likelihood of the structure collapsing in high flows. NRW confirm that inadequate information has been provided in support of the proposal.”

“Built Heritage – Objection recommended for refusal due to the impact on the character and appearance of the conservation area.”

Officer report

What residents said

Three third-party representations objected to the structure’s scale and design, effects on the area and bridge, and intended use.

“Scale and design of the structure • Impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area • Impact on the conservation area and nearby listed bridge • Concerns over the intended use of the structure…”

Officer report

Who addressed the committee

The Senior Development Management Officer presented the committee update report.

The committee’s decision

The committee granted the application, subject to draft HRA recommendations, NRW acceptance and the conditions detailed in the report.

“This application was previously considered by the Planning Committee on the 9 th October 2025. The Chair advised that only members who were present at that meeting were able to eligible to participate in discussions in relation to the determination of the application.”

“The Committee resolved to confirm that the planning application be granted, subject to the draft HRA recommendations and NRW’s acceptance of the same and the conditions detailed within the report.”

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