Two-storey industrial unit at Plot C1 Llantarnam Industrial Estate Llantarnam Cwmbran, Cwmbrân

What was proposed

The application sought a two-storey industrial unit for operational, warehousing and office space, with yards, parking and associated development.

“24/P/0560/OUT The erection of a new build, two-storey unit for use class B1/B2/B8, to provide operational/warehousing space and office accommodation together with associated yards and parking at Plot C1 Llantarnam Industrial Estate, Llantarnam, Cwmbran.”

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Who spoke

The Planner presented the report, plans and photographs to the committee.

What members discussed

Members discussed tree removal, ecological protection, the brook buffer, landscaping, replacement planting and the balance between employment and environmental effects.

“In response to comments and questions by Members of the Planning Committee, Officers gave the following responses: • The exact age of the industrial units to the north and south of the proposed site was unknown. • The ecology surveys, including species assessments, found no significant issues with the Dowlais Brook. A protective buffer between the brook’s quality habitat and the development was planned, and conditions would ensure these measures were implemented.”

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The vote

Members unanimously agreed to approve the application subject to the conditions set out in the report.

“Members unanimously agreed to approve the application subject to the conditions laid out in the report.”

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The decision

The application was approved because it would provide a modern industrial unit while protecting important habitats and mitigating environmental impacts.

“It was a balancing exercise between the employment aspect and the impact on the environment; however, the proposal delivered a modern industrial unit needed for the county borough while mitigating environmental impacts through habitat protection and improved landscaping.”

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