Planning Committee

The Planning Committee met on 18 December 2024 to consider planning applications. Members granted planning permission for the conversion of the former Talacre Arms pub in Holywell into flats and new houses, subject to a payment towards open space and two extra conditions. The minute for the second application, at Brick Kiln Isaf, Caerwys, is not yet published; its report recommends refusal.

1. Talacre Arms, New Road, Holywell: conversion and new houses

   Decided

   Planning permission was granted, subject to the conditions in the report, a Section 106 agreement (a legal deal that binds the developer to pay money or provide something) for £8,432 towards public open space, and two extra conditions. The extra conditions require the old vehicle crossing to be restored to full height and the name Talacre Arms to be used in the new development.

   Why

   The former pub has been empty since 2019, and the report says the building makes a significant positive contribution to the Holywell Conservation Area (an area protected for its historic character), so converting it would secure its future. Councillor T Palmer asked for the committee to decide the size of the development and the access, and Holywell Town Council supports the scheme if the access is wide enough for two-way traffic. Nine objections were received, and the Highways team asked for the extra kerb condition after the site visit. Late observations also corrected the report's reference to three-bedroom houses to two-bedroom houses.

   Based on the minutes, FUL/000726/24 - Full application - Application for the adaptation of the existing Public House into four 2 bedroom self-contained apartments [including one duplex unit] and the erection of five new 3 bedroom dwellings and associated infrastructure in, Late Observations - Sylwadau Hwyr

2. Brick Kiln Isaf, Caerwys: converting outbuildings into an annexe

   Decided

   The minutes record no decision on this item.

   Why

   The local member, Councillor S Copple, asked for the committee to decide the application so that all relevant points could be reviewed. The report says the annexe is far more than a simple barn conversion, could be used as a separate home, and has no evidence of need, while the applicant says it would house a mother-in-law and a brother. The report also says that bats were found in the barns in an earlier survey, that further surveys were recommended, and that none have been submitted. Caerwys Town Council has no objection provided the application complies with planning policy, and no neighbours replied. The County Ecologist objects to the application.

   Based on the minutes, FUL/000581/24 - Full application - Conversion of 2no. outbuildings to form 2no. bedroom annex accommodation together with demolition of a further 2no. outbuildings at Brick Kiln Isaf, Caerwys

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1. 2

   Declarations of Interest

   Minute

   Councillors Ted Palmer and Paul Johnson declared a personal interest on agenda item 6.1 (FUL/000726/24) as both are members of Holywell Town Council.

2. 3

   Late Observations

   Minute

   The Chairman allowed Members an opportunity to read the late observations which had been circulated prior to the meeting and were appended to the agenda item on the Council’s website: https://committeemeetings.flintshire.gov.uk/ieListDocuments.aspx?CId=490&MId=5785&LLL=0

3. a

   Late Observations - Sylwadau Hwyr

   Papers: Late Observations - Sylwadau Hwyr
4. 4

   Minutes

   Decision as recorded

   RESOLVED: That the minutes be approved as a true and correct record.

   Minute

   The minutes of the meeting held on 20 November 2024 were confirmed as a correct record. RESOLVED: That the minutes be approved as a true and correct record.

   Papers: Minutes - Planning - 20.11.24 final
5. 5

   Items to be deferred

   Minute

   None of the items were recommended for deferral.

6. 6

   Reports of Chief Officer (Planning, Environment & Economy)

   Minute

   That decisions be recorded as shown on the Planning Application schedule attached as an appendix.

   Part of an issue followed across 15 meetings

7. 6.a

   FUL/000726/24 - A - Full application - Application for the adaptation of the existing Public House into four 2 bedroom self-contained apartments [including one duplex unit] and the erection of five new 3 bedroom dwellings and associated infrastructure including a detached bat mitigation building at Talacre Arms, New Road, Holywell

   Minute

   That in accordance with the officer recommendation, planning permission be granted subject to the conditions set out in the report and Section 106 Obligation to provide a financial contribution towards public open space of £8432, together with two additional conditions: · The existing vehicular footway crossing, Talacre Public House, shall be reinstated to full height in accordance with details to be submitted to and approved by the County Council prior to the commencement of any site works. · The name Talacre Arms to be incorporated into the new development.

   Papers: FUL/000726/24 - Full application - Application for the adaptation of the existing Public House into four 2 bedroom self-contained apartments [including one duplex unit] and the erection of five new 3 bedroom dwellings and associated infrastructure in, Enc. 1

8. FUL-726-24 pics A5

   Papers: 6.1 - FUL-726-24 pics A5
9. 6.b

   FUL/000581/24 - R - Full application - Conversion of 2no. outbuildings to form 2no. bedroom annex accommodation together with demolition of a further 2no. outbuildings at Brick Kiln Isaf, Caerwys

   Papers: FUL/000581/24 - Full application - Conversion of 2no. outbuildings to form 2no. bedroom annex accommodation together with demolition of a further 2no. outbuildings at Brick Kiln Isaf, Caerwys, Enc. 1

10. FUL-581-24 pics A5

    Papers: 6.2 - FUL-581-24 pics A5

11. Members of the public and press in attendance

    Minute

    There were three members of the public present at the start of the meeting.

Councillors must say when they have a personal link to something being discussed, such as a job, a property or a family member. A prejudicial interest is one strong enough that the councillor usually leaves the room and takes no part.

• Ted Palmer: Personal interest on FUL/000726/24 - A - Full application - Application for the adaptation of the existing Public House into four 2 bedroom self-contained apartments [including one duplex unit] and the erection of five new 3 bedroom dwellings and associated infrastructure including a detached bat mitigation building at Talacre Arms, New Road, Holywell

  Membership of Holywell Town Council, which commented on the application.

• Paul Johnson: Personal interest on FUL/000726/24 - A - Full application - Application for the adaptation of the existing Public House into four 2 bedroom self-contained apartments [including one duplex unit] and the erection of five new 3 bedroom dwellings and associated infrastructure including a detached bat mitigation building at Talacre Arms, New Road, Holywell

  Membership of Holywell Town Council, which commented on the application.

The council hasn't recorded attendance for this meeting.

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