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Welsh Language Statement Cadnant Planning Former Y Bedol Public House, Penysarn Welsh Language Statement 4 Crosses Construction Ltd September 2019 2018.015 Cadnant Planning 20 Connaught House Riverside Business Park Benarth Road Conwy LL32 8UB Welsh Language Statement Cadnant Planning 20 Connaught House Riverside Business Park Benarth Road Conwy LL32 8UB t. 01492 581800 e. [email protected] w. www.cadnantplanning.co.uk Status of report: Issue V3.0 September 2019 Author: Sarinah Farooq MPlan Checker: Sioned Edwards MRTPI Reviewer: Sioned Edwards MRTPI Approved by: Sioned Edwards MRTPI Document control: CAD-047 (ver 3) March 2017 © The contents of this document must not be copied or reproduced in whole or in part without the written consent of Cadnant Planning Ltd. All plans are reproduced from the Ordinance Survey Map with the permission of the Controller HMSO, Crown Copyright Reserved, Licence No. 100020449 Cadnant Planning are accredited by and work to ISO 9001:2008 standard (The British Assessment Bureau) Page i of ii Cadnant Planning Planning & Development Consultants : Ymgynghorwyr Cynllunio a Datblygu Welsh Language Statement Contents 1. Introduction .......................................................................................................... 1 2. Proposed development ........................................................................................ 3 3. Legislation, policy and guidance .......................................................................... 5 4. Methodology ...................................................................................................... 11 5. Welsh Language Statement .............................................................................. 15 6. Consideration of key issues ............................................................................... 23 7. Mitigation and enhancement measures ............................................................. 37 8. Conclusion ......................................................................................................... 38 Page ii of ii Cadnant Planning Planning & Development Consultants : Ymgynghorwyr Cynllunio a Datblygu Welsh Language Statement 1. Introduction 1.1 This Welsh Language Statement (WLS) accompanies a full application by 4 Crosses Construction Ltd, for the demolition of former public house, erection of 14 dwellings; alterations to existing access; creation of internal access road, associated car parking and landscaping at the former Y Bedol public house, Chapel Street, Penysarn. 1.2 This statement accords with the newly adopted Isle of Anglesey County Council’s (IACC) Supplementary Planning Guidance (SPG) Maintenance and Creation of Distinctive and Sustainable Communities (July 2019). The SPG sets out specific methodology for which all WLIAs must follow in order to demonstrate how the proposed development will impact upon the local community and local area. 1.3 In accordance with section 38(6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act (2004) it is necessary to ensure that planning applications conform to the adopted Development Plan unless material planning considerations indicate otherwise. Other planning considerations can include national planning policy along with Technical Advice Note (TAN). 1.4 The Joint Local Development Plan (JLDP) was adopted on 31st July 2017 which forms the development plan for both Gwynedd and Anglesey Local Planning Authority areas and will be the basis for decisions on land use planning in this area. 1.5 The Welsh language plays an important role in the social, cultural and economic life of the Plan area’s residents and visitors. Where development is proposed, consideration must be given to the enhancement and protection of the language and culture. Strategic Policy PS1 'The Welsh Language and Culture' (PS1) sets out the context for the assessment of the potential impact of proposals upon the language and culture. The proposed development would comprise of the provision of 14 dwellings on a windfall site within the development boundary of Penysarn that was available during the preparation of the JLDP. We would therefore consider that the application site is not an unexpected windfall site, and therefore would only require the provision of a WLS as opposed to a Welsh Language Impact Assessment (WLIA). Further justification is provided within section 4 of this report. 1.6 This WLS presents an overview of the proposed development, of planning policy guidance relating to the Welsh language and of the Welsh language profile of the ward of Llaneilian and Anglesey. It will then consider the effects of the proposed development Page 1 of 38 Cadnant Planning Planning & Development Consultants : Ymgynghorwyr Cynllunio a Datblygu Welsh Language Statement on Welsh language and culture, and summarise the perceived effects which arise from the proposed development. 1.7 All proposals, irrespective of type, size or location, will be expected to comply with criterion 4 and 5 of PS1 which is the requirement of a bilingual signage scheme to deal with all operational signage in the public domain. It is expected that existing Welsh names are retained and appropriate Welsh names are used for new developments. 1.8 Criteria 3 of PS1 states that the Councils will refuse proposals which would cause significant harm to the character and language balance of a community that cannot be avoided or suitably mitigated by appropriate planning mechanisms. 1.9 This WLS should be read giving full regard to the application’s accompanying documentation including proposed plans and Design, Access and Planning Statement. Page 2 of 38 Cadnant Planning Planning & Development Consultants : Ymgynghorwyr Cynllunio a Datblygu Welsh Language Statement 2. Proposed development Site location and description 2.1 The application site is located within the village of Penysarn and comprises of a brownfield site (the former Y Bedol public house). Y Bedol closed during 2010/2011 and has been vacant ever since. Residential development lies to the north of the site (Ty’n Rhos estate) with a highway (Church Street) running along the site’s western boundary. On the adjacent side of the highway lies residential development in the form of single dwellings. Land to the east and south of the application site is agricultural land. Further east, lies Ty’n Rhos Caravan Park. The proposal 2.2 The proposal entails the erection of 14 terraced residential dwellings consisting of two blocks of four dwellings, and two blocks of three dwellings. Two of the dwellings are to be affordable dwellings whilst the remaining 12 are to be open market dwellings. The proposed mix would be as follows: • Open market dwellings: one x two-bedroom dwelling and 11 x three-bedroom dwellings; and • Affordable dwellings: one x two-bedroom dwelling and one x three-bedroom dwelling. 2.3 The application site lies within the development boundary of Penysarn as identified in the adopted Anglesey and Gwynedd Joint Local Development Plan (JLDP). Policy PCYFF 1 ‘Development Boundaries’ of the JLDP advises that proposals within development boundaries will be approved, provided they comply with other policies in the Plan, national policies and other relevant planning considerations. 2.4 The existing access from Ty’n Rhos estate to the site will be used to serve the proposal (for vehicles and pedestrians) and the existing vehicular access from Chapel Street will be blocked. 2.5 12 of the properties will have an area to the front of the dwellings providing two parking spaces. Two properties will have one parking space to the front with a small garden area with the second parking space to the side/rear. Each property will have a garden to the rear. Page 3 of 38 Cadnant Planning Planning & Development Consultants : Ymgynghorwyr Cynllunio a Datblygu Welsh Language Statement 2.6 Full details of the proposed development are provided in the plans and associated documents accompanying the application. Page 4 of 38 Cadnant Planning Planning & Development Consultants : Ymgynghorwyr Cynllunio a Datblygu Welsh Language Statement 3. Legislation, policy and guidance 3.1 A summary of all relevant national and local planning policies relating to the proposed development is provided within the Design, Access and Planning Statement. It is not the intention to repeat those in this section of the WLS. 3.2 The Welsh language is a material planning consideration in the determination of planning applications in Wales and is recognised in relevant legislation, national and local planning policy frameworks and strategies. An overview of legislation, policy and guidance which are of relevance to Welsh language and a material planning consideration is provided in tables 3.1-3.6. Table 3.1 National planning and language legislation Document Summary Welsh Language (Wales) The Welsh Language (Wales) Measure 2011 made provisions Measure 2011 (National for the official status of the Welsh language in Wales and Assembly for Wales, 2011) created a new legislative framework for the Welsh language. Well-being of Future Sets ambitious, long-term well-being goals to reflect the Wales Generations (Wales) Act that the people of Wales want to live in, now and in the future. 2015 (National Assembly One of its goals is to be a Wales of vibrant culture and thriving for Wales, 2015) Welsh language where society promotes and protects culture, heritage and the Welsh language. It is an important milestone for the language, underlining its official status. Planning (Wales) Act 2015 Sections