Glanusk Park Crickhowe

ITEM NUMBER: 4

APPLICATION NUMBER: 17/14669/FUL APPLICANTS NAME(S): The Glanusk Family Ltd. SITE ADDRESS: Glanusk Park Crickhowell Powys NP8 1LP GRID REF: E: 319184 N:219430 COMMUNITY: Llangattock DATE VALIDATED: 17 March 2017 DECISION DUE DATE: 5 September 2017 CASE OFFICER: Donna Bowhay

PROPOSAL Proposed caravan park for 40 non-permanent units including the following associated development - an extended vehicular access track, new sewage treatment track and an amenity unit providing toilets and a storage area.

ADDRESS Glanusk Park, Crickhowell, Powys

Consultee Comments Received

Llangattock Community Council 6th Oct 2017 The access road is still the issue for Llangttock Community Council. Proper provision of passing bays or road widening are required.

Llangattock Community Council 12th Apr 2017 Llangattock Community Council have the following objections/conditions to make; 1. The application is in the Bat SAC and as a matter of principle should be assessed for wildlife compatibility. 2. There should be no development until the passing places are in situ - the back road is very narrow in parts. 3. The planting screen, from the canal side, should follow the BBNPA guidelines, i.e. be of native species. 4. Open field caravan parks take away from the amenity of the views from the mountain tops/Brecon Beacons. 5. Not only the caravans, but the cars, awnings, tents, increasing the visibility.

Llangattock Community Council 4th Apr 2017 Planning Application 17/14669/FUL - 40 non-permanent caravan units and associated development at Glan Usk.

May I ask for a time extension to allow for more comments to be gathered and considered by the community council? Until the 19th of April- the day after the full council meeting.

NP Heritage Officer Archaeology 2nd May 2017 and 3rd July 2017 National Policy Framework Welsh planning legislation and policy guidance outlines that the desirability of conservation of archaeological remains is a material consideration in the determination of a planning application (Planning Policy Wales, Chapter 6, Para. 6.5.5). Planning Policy Wales (Edition 9: 2016): Paragraph 6.5.5. 'The conservation of archaeological remains is a material consideration in determining a planning application, whether those remains are a scheduled monument or not. Where nationally important archaeological remains, whether scheduled or not, and their settings are likely to be affected by proposed development, there should be a presumption in favour of their physical protection in situ. It will only be in exceptional circumstances that planning permission will be granted if development would result in an adverse impact on a scheduled monument (or an archaeological site shown to be of national importance) or has a significantly damaging effect upon its setting. In cases involving less significant archaeological remains, local planning authorities will need to weigh the relative importance of the archaeological remains and their settings against other factors, including the need for the proposed development.'

This means that Local Planning Authorities in Wales have to take into account archaeological considerations and deal with them from the beginning of the development control process (WO Circular 60/96 Para. 10), and need to be fully informed about the nature and importance of archaeological remains, and their setting, and the likely impact of any proposed development upon them (WO Circular 60/96, Para. 15). Paragraph 6.5.26 'Local planning authorities should protect and conserve parks and gardens and their settings included in the register of historic parks and gardens in Wales. Cadw must be consulted on all planning applications where development is likely to affect the site of a registered historic park or garden or its setting. The effect of a proposed development on a registered park or garden or its setting should be a material consideration in the determination of a planning application'. This means that Local Planning Authorities in Wales have to take into account the effect of proposed developments upon Registered Parks, Gardens and their settings from the beginning of the development control process. Paragraph 6.5.11. 'There should be a general presumption in favour of the preservation of a listed building and its setting, which might extend beyond its curtilage. For any development proposal affecting a listed building or its setting, the primary material consideration is the statutory requirement to have special regard to the desirability of preserving the building, its setting or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses'

Welsh planning legislation and policy guidance outlines that there should be a general presumption in favour of the preservation of a listed building and its setting in the determination of a planning application. Development Plan Framework The adopted Local Development Plan sets out the Brecon Beacons National Park's policies and proposals to guide development in the National Park, including Policy SP3 f): 'All proposals for development or change of use of land or buildings in the National Park must demonstrate that the proposed development does not have an unacceptable impact on, nor detract from, or prevent the enjoyment of … archaeological features'. Policy 20: Historic Parks and Gardens 'Development which directly or indirectly, either alone or in combination affects those areas listed within Part 1 of the 'Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales' will be permitted where the essential integrity and coherence of the park or garden and its setting, as defined in the Register, is preserved or enhanced'

Policy 17: The Settings of Listed Buildings: 'Development proposals which would adversely affect the setting of a listed building will not be permitted'. Archaeological sensitivity and significance of the site Consultation of historic environment recourses held by the Brecon Beacons National Park authority and the Clwyd Powys Archaeological Trust have indicated that the application site is located within, and adjacent to the Essential Setting of the Registered Historic Park and Garden of Glanusk and Penmyarth.

Glanusk Park was built for the iron master Sir Joseph Bailey on 1825, on the site of an earlier building and became one of the most important houses in South Wales. The house faced to towards the river Usk, and stood on a raised terrace above an ornamental garden. In the late 19th century the first Lord Glanusk had a low wall built around the house and garden to separate it from the surrounding Park.

The Park at Glanusk surrounds the site of the old house on all sides, and covers approximately 200 acres. Almost the entire park is enclosed by a 19th century stone wall. Particularly fine views of the park can be seen from Penmyarth, a manor house set within its own grounds standing on Myarth Hill to the north-west, looking down across Glanusk. According to Theophilus Jones Penmyarth was believed to have been built on, or near the site of an ancient mansion which belonged to the Vaughan family of Tretower. It was bought by Joseph Bailey in 1831.

During the Second World War Glanusk was requisitioned by the army. The house was demolished in 1954, and in 1978 a new detached house was constructed west of the old site on the north-western edge of the former house terrace (Cadw 1999).

Several listed buildings are located within the vicinity of the proposed development. These include the Grade II listed Sawmills, Cartshed, Workshops and Office, the grade II Home farm, and associated buildings, including the Weigh bridge house, threshing barn, and hay barn. Within the wider area are a number of listed buildings associated with the history and development of the Glanusk estate.

The regional HER also records a number of heritage assets within the context of the site including the site of a post-medieval house to the immediate north-west of the site, (CPAT 8183) and within the location of the access road (CPAT 8223), noted from the historic Tithe Map. In the wider area the HER testifies to the wider park landscape, and includes records for orchards and barns. The Brecon and Monmouthshire canal is located to the south of the site. The Penmyarth Standing Stone (BR133) a Scheduled Ancient Monument, is located within 120m of the northern boundary of the application site, on the north bank of the Usk.

Archaeological Impact of the development The proposed development is for a caravan park is for 40 non-permanent units. Permanent infrastructure will include a vehicle access track, a new sewage treatment plant and access track and an amenity unit providing toilets and a storage area. The access to the site passes through part of the Registered Park and Garden, utilising an existing road, before turning west and passing across an open fieldscape. Here the access route will pass through the essential setting of the Registered Park and Garden, for a distance of approximately 700meters. The proposed application site is located on the boundary, to the immediate west and south of the Glanusk Essential Setting. The distribution of the proposed caravan park is for five discreet blocks of 8 caravans, with accompanying parking plots, awning spaces, access and turning areas.

Planning History: The application has been resubmitted following alterations to the site boundary, landscaping adjacent to the towpath (comprising new tree planting) and new hedging along the southern boundary. The amended details require no alternations to the original recommendations which remain as outlined below:

Mitigation Required Archaeology: Historic environment resources indicate that the proposed development lies close to two areas of archaeological sensitivity. The application has the potential to impact upon two known sites, recorded within the regional Historic Environment Record from early historic cartographic sources. These consist of the former site of a post-medieval house, recorded to the immediate north-west of the site (CPAT 8183) and a second building located on the alignment of the proposed access road (CPAT 8223).

It is therefore recommended that an Archaeological Watching Brief is conducted during groundworks at the site, to ensure that any remains of archaeological significance disturbed in the course of the work are excavated, recorded and reported.

The following would be a suitable condition to use: The developer will ensure that a suitably qualified archaeological contractor is present during the undertaking of any ground works in the development area, so that an archaeological watching brief can be maintained.

The archaeological watching brief will be carried out in accordance with a written scheme of investigation which has been submitted by the applicant and approved in writing by the local planning authority and must meet the standards laid down by the Institute for Archaeologists in their Standard and Guidance for an Archaeological Watching Brief.

Reason: To ensure that any remains of archaeological significance disturbed in the course of the work are excavated, recorded and reported.

Registered Parks and Gardens and Essential Settings The proposed development is located within, and adjacent to the Essential Setting of the Registered Historic Park and Garden of Glanusk and Penmyarth. As such, Cadw should be consulted on this planning application, in accordance with PPW, Paragraph 6.5.26.

Scheduled Monuments: The application is located within 0.5 kilometres from the perimeter of the scheduled monument. As such, Cadw should be consulted on any potential effect upon the site of the scheduled monument, in accordance with the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (Wales) (Amendment) Order 2016, and PPW, Paragraph 6.5.9.

Listed Buildings: The effects of the proposed development upon the settings of the listed buildings will be commented upon by the historic buildings officer at the BBNPA and is not reproduced here.

The application has been resubmitted following proposals to include three passing bays along the B4558, drainage details, and details regarding the amenity block. The amended details require no alternations to the original recommendations which remain as outlined above.

NP Heritage Officer Archaeology 11th Apr 2017 National Policy Framework Welsh planning legislation and policy guidance outlines that the desirability of conservation of archaeological remains is a material consideration in the determination of a planning application (Planning Policy Wales, Chapter 6, Para. 6.5.5). Planning Policy Wales (Edition 9: 2016): Paragraph 6.5.5. 'The conservation of archaeological remains is a material consideration in determining a planning application, whether those remains are a scheduled monument or not. Where nationally important archaeological remains, whether scheduled or not, and their settings are likely to be affected by proposed development, there should be a presumption in favour of their physical protection in situ. It will only be in exceptional circumstances that planning permission will be granted if development would result in an adverse impact on a scheduled monument (or an archaeological site shown to be of national importance) or has a significantly damaging effect upon its setting. In cases involving less significant archaeological remains, local planning authorities will need to weigh the relative importance of the archaeological remains and their settings against other factors, including the need for the proposed development.'

Development Plan Framework The adopted Local Development Plan sets out the Brecon Beacons National Park's policies and proposals to guide development in the National Park, including Policy SP3 f): 'All proposals for development or change of use of land or buildings in the National Park must demonstrate that the proposed development does not have an unacceptable impact on, nor detract from, or prevent the enjoyment of … archaeological features'. Policy 20: Historic Parks and Gardens 'Development which directly or indirectly, either alone or in combination affects those areas listed within Part 1 of the 'Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales' will be permitted where the essential integrity and coherence of the park or garden and its setting, as defined in the Register, is preserved or enhanced'

The proposed development is for a caravan park is for 40 non-permanent units. Permanent infrastructure will include a vehicle access track, a new sewage treatment plant and access track and an amenity unit providing toilets and a storage area.

The access to the site passes through part of the Registered Park and Garden, utilising an existing road, before turning west and passing across an open fieldscape. Here the access route will pass through the essential setting of the Registered Park and Garden, for a distance of approximately 700meters.

The proposed application site is located on the boundary, to the immediate west and south of the Glanusk Essential Setting.

The distribution of the proposed caravan park is for five discreet blocks of 8 caravans, with accompanying parking plots, awning spaces, access and turning areas.

Mitigation Required Archaeology: Historic environment resources indicate that the proposed development lies close to two area of archaeological sensitivity. The application has the potential to impact upon two known sites, recorded within the regional Historic Environment Record from early historic cartographic sources. These consist of the former site of a post-medieval house, recorded to the immediate north-west of the site (CPAT 8183) and a second building located on the alignment of the proposed access road (CPAT 8223).

A copy of the Watching Brief report shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority for approval. Following approval, the report will be submitted to the National Park Archaeologist and the local Welsh Archaeological Trust for inclusion in the Regional Historic Environment Record (HER). Reason: To ensure that any remains of archaeological significance disturbed in the course of the work are excavated, recorded and reported.

Listed Buildings: The effects of the proposed development upon the settings of the listed buildings will be commented upon by the historic buildings officer at the BBNPA and is not reproduced here.

NP Planning Ecologist 3rd May 2017 Recommendations The following issues need to be addressed: Clarification of the passing places and any hedgerow removal along the B4558 Mitigation for the impacts of the proposed track across the agricultural fields Enhanced landscaping measures: a wider hedgerow corridor to the south of the proposed caravans and to include hedgerow trees additional tree and shrub planting along the northern boundary of the canal corridor a small copse to the south of the amenity building clarification of the management of the grassland areas within the caravan field Clarification and details of the works to the culvert Biodiversity enhancement measures to be accommodated

If these issues can be resolved, I should be in a position to recommend planning conditions and informative notes to secure the protection and enhancement of the biodiversity at the site.

Reasons: To comply with Section 5 of Planning Policy Wales (2016), Technical Advice Note 5 and Policies SP3, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 12 of the adopted Local Development Plan for the BBNP To comply with the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended) and the Environment (Wales) Act 2016

NP Senior Heritage Officer Building Conservation 21st Apr 2017 Thank you for consulting Heritage on the above proposal. Following the original submission I have been re-consulted on 18th April due to the reduced site boundary and the additional specification regarding the landscaping. I am therefore only commenting on the amended plans.

The site proposed for the caravan park is outside of the boundary of the grade II* Glanusk Park and Penmyarth Registered Park and Garden. The site is also outside of the area identified as essential setting for the Historic Park and Garden. The additional tree planting on the north side of the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal to help screen the site in longer distance views is an improvement. It is considered that the proposal will not have an unduly harmful impact on the setting of the registered Glanusk Park and from a heritage perspective I do not object to the proposal.

Natural Resources Wales/Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru 3rd Jul 2017 Thank you for re-consulting Natural Resources Wales (NRW) regarding the above application on 21 June 2017. We note the recommendations by Mackley Davies Associates Ltd's 'Landscape Planting Proposals' (dated May 2017). We refer you back to our previous letter (our ref: CAS-31193-G6F8; dated 02 May 2017) and our advice regarding planting along the B road to screen views of vehicles. We recommend that consideration be given to the production of a Landscape and Ecological Management Plan for the proposal.

Natural Resources Wales/Cyfoeth Naturiol Cymru 3rd May 2017 Thank you for re-consulting Natural Resources Wales (NRW) regarding the above application on 19 April 2017.

We welcome the additional six trees proposed to be planted next to the canal- this should provide some additional screening of the site.

However, we maintain our advice that the proposed planting scheme is amended to include larger growing tree species in the hedgerows to the west and south, along with planting along the broad boundary if required, and that the planting scheme is made subject to condition. Consideration should also be given to planting along the B road to screen views of vehicles. We recommend that you seek the advice of your in-house ecologist on an appropriate native planting scheme for this location, including holly (Ilex aquifolium) to be included to provide winter screening. There are concerns with the use of ash due to dieback disease.

CADW Ancient Monuments 10th Jul 2017 Thank you for your letter of 24 March 2017 inviting our comments on the planning application for the proposed development as described above.

Our statutory role in the planning process is to provide the local planning authority with an assessment concerned with the likely impact that the proposal will have on scheduled monuments, registered historic parks and gardens, registered historic landscapes where an Environmental Impact Assessment is required and development likely to have an impact on the outstanding universal value of a World Heritage Site. It is a matter for the local planning authority to then weigh our assessment against all the other material considerations in determining whether to approve planning permission, including any issues concerned with listed buildings and conservation areas.

The proposed caravan park is located some 140m south of scheduled monument BR133 Penmyarth Standing Stone. The monument comprises the remains of a standing stone, which probably dates to the Bronze Age (c. 2300 - 800 BC). It is located in a field close to the north bank of the River Usk and measures 4.5m high, 0.9m wide at the base and 1.3m wide in the middle and is 0.45m thick with a pitted face on the east side and a smooth face on the west side. It is known as the Fish Stone due to its shape, which resembles an upright fish.

Substantial woodland blocks all views between the scheduled monument and the proposed caravan park and therefore the proposed development will have no impact on the setting of scheduled monument BR133.

The proposed caravan park is also located some 190m west of the registered historic park and garden known as Glanusk Park and Penmyarth PGW (Po) 3, garden although the proposed access track will pass closer to the boundary of the historic park. The proposed caravan park is not located in any of the identified significant views or the essential setting of the historic park and it is likely that extant vegetation will block any view of to it. The access track may be visible in occasional views from the historic park but given that it will be constructed in a style similar to other tracks in the park, with two wheel tracks separated by grass; this will not constitute a significant impact on the setting of the registered historic park

CADW Ancient Monuments 13th Apr 2017 Thank you for your letter of 24 March 2017 inviting our comments on the planning application for the proposed development as described above.

The proposed caravan park is not located in any of the identified significant views or the essential setting of the historic park and it is likely that extant vegetation will block any view of to it. The access track may be visible in occasional views from the historic park but given that it will be constructed in a style similar to other tracks in the park, with two wheel tracks separated by grass; this will not constitute a significant impact on the setting of the registered historic park

Powys County Council Public Protection And Env Health 9th Jun 2017 Powys County Council's Licensing Department make no comments other than to confirm if this development goes ahead the a application for a caravan Site Licence will be required to be submitted under the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960.

Powys County Council Public Protection And Env Health 2nd May 2017 As the applicant proposes to install a sewage treatment plant then consent must be obtained from the NRW should the sewage discharge to a watercourse.

However, if the sewage treatment plant is to discharge to a drainage field, or should a septic tank be utilised, then prior to any planning permission being granted the applicant/agent should submit percolation test results (including calculations) in order to demonstrate that the ground conditions are suitable for the foul drainage soakaway. This should be carried out in accordance with document H2 of the Building Regulations.

Environmental Protection to be advised, via the Planning Authority, when the testing is carried out so a site visit can be made to examine the exposed ground and percolation test holes which must be left undisturbed until inspected.

In addition Welsh Government has advised that all septic tanks and small sewage treatment plant discharges in Wales will need to be registered with Natural Resources Wales. More information, including a step by step guide to registering can be found at the following link: http://www.naturalresources.wales/media/2879/septic-tank-registration-guidance.pdf?lang=en

Powys County Council Highways 10th Jul 2017 Wish the following recommendations/Observations be applied Recommendations/Observations

This site is served from the B4558 which is a class 2 county highway that routinely accommodates HGV vehicles and also forms part of the local bus route network; it is therefore generally considered capable of accommodating the types and levels of traffic that will be generated by a development of this nature.

The application includes proposals to provide three passing bays along the B4558, between the site access and the eastern length which links the site to Crickhowell and thereafter the wider highway network. The proposed bays will aid the flow of two way traffic along a stretch of highway which is currently restricted in terms of its available width; this will not only serve to mitigate the impact of the additional traffic generated by the development, but will also significantly aid the two way flow of existing vehicular movements and therefore the safety of all existing road users. The provision of passing bays is therefore welcomed by the Highway Authority.

Whilst the proposed access is generally considered suitable to serve the proposed development, the Highway Authority noted during a recent inspection, that the current access visibility splays do not accord with the requirements secured by a condition attached to consent 07/01470. It is therefore considered appropriate to secure the same visibility requirements in this instance.

Accordingly the Highway Authority recommends that the following conditions be attached to any consent granted.

HC4 Within 5 days from the commencement of the development the access shall be constructed so that there is clear visibility from a point 1.05 metres above ground level at the centre of the access and 2.4 metres distant from the edge of the adjoining carriageway, to points 0.6 metres above ground level at the edge of the adjoining carriageway and 120 metres distant in each direction measured from the centre of the access along the edge of the adjoining carriageway. Nothing shall be planted, erected or allowed to grow on the areas of land so formed that would obstruct the visibility and the visibility shall be maintained free from obstruction for as long as the development hereby permitted remains in existence.

HC30 Upon formation of the visibility splays as detailed in HC4 above the centreline of any new or relocated hedge should be positioned not less than 1.0 metre to the rear of the visibility splay and retained in this position as long as the development remains in existence

HC37 Prior to any works being commenced on the development site the applicant shall construct 3 passing bays along the B4588 county highway, as detailed on submitted drawing PA01 which are to be agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The passing bays shall be constructed to adoptable standard prior to any works being commenced on the development site.

Brecon Beacons Park Society 19th Sep 2017 Thank you for your letter of the 7th September informing the Brecon Beacons Park Society of the above reconsultation. Having examined the further changes to the original proposal we do not think that they answer our objections, which we wish to maintain.

1.Tree Planting Despite further improvements to the planting scheme we still believe the caravans would not be completely screened from the canal towpath and bridges and glimpsed views would still be possible, even when the planting is mature, as the Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment admits. In any case we continue to believe that the views of the countryside enjoyed from the canal should not be denied in order to screen a caravan site. The hedges to the East and West of the proposed site are currently quite high but it will be difficult to maintain their thickness without periodic laying. We consider that the proposed caravan site would be a visual intrusion in the landscape and lead to a loss of tranquility.

2. Access Road The proposal still makes no provision to screen the long access road.

3. Proposed passing spaces on B4558 The proposal still makes no provision for passing places for traffic approaching from the west along the B4558.

As we have stated previously the protection of the countryside is the National Park Authority's first statutory purpose, and therefore it is essential that development in countryside locations is strictly controlled to manage adverse impacts on the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park. We remain of the opinion, as detailed in our previous letters that a caravan site in this location would be contrary to the Local Development Plan and fundamentally against the purposes of the National Park. We therefore wish to maintain our objection.

Brecon Beacons Park Society 3rd Jul 2017 Thank for your letter of the 20th June informing the Brecon Beacons Park Society of the reconsultation. Having examined the further changes to the original proposal we do not think that they answer our objections, which we wish to maintain.

1.Tree Planting If the thickening up of the strip of trees below the canal with 6 oak trees and groups of holly to screen the caravans is successful it will prevent the enjoyment of views from the canal. One of the Landscape Character Area Specific Management Guidelines for the Eastern Usk Valley is to 'Protect the composition of the landscape with its continuous vistas of fertile lowlands and woodland, juxtaposed with the distinctive craggy uplands and moorland above'. The views from the canal should not be denied in order to screen a caravan site. On the other hand it is unlikely that it will entirely prevent glimpsed views of the caravans and neither the planting below the canal nor the new hedge and copse will offer any screening until mature, which will not be for a considerable number of years.

2. Access Road The proposed access road passes through part of the Glanusk Registered Park and Garden and through the essential setting of the Registered Park and Garden, for a distance of approximately 700 metres. None of the proposed plantings will screen the track: cars, caravans and camper vans on the track will be clearly visible from the canal and the B4558. They will also impinge on the views of the Grade II listed Sawmill, Cartshed etc and the Grade II listed Home Farm. This would be contrary to the National Park Local Development Plan (LDP) policies 17 and 20.

3. Proposed passing spaces on B4558 The proposed passing spaces on the B4558 are acceptable in that they do not require the demolition of any part of the Glanusk Park Wall, or the destruction of any hedgerow or trees. However they are limited in number. Also we note that the proposal makes no consideration of the traffic approaching from the west along the B4558. This section of road has some sections which are even narrower and more twisting than the section from Crickhowell. Caravans and camper vans coming from the West along the A465 Heads of the Valleys road would use this section of the B4558 having come down the B4560. The LDP Paragraph 7.8.6.4., in reference to New or Extended Sites for Touring Caravans, Camper-vans and Tents states 'the location of such sites and the access roads to them are not always suitable for towed caravans'. We maintain that this remains true for this application.

In the LDP Paragraph 4.9.2.1 states: Protection of the countryside is the National Park Authority's first statutory purpose, and therefore it is essential that development in countryside locations is strictly controlled to manage adverse impacts on the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park. We remain of the opinion, as detailed in our previous letters that a caravan site in this location would be contrary to the Local Development Plan and fundamentally against the purposes of the National Park. We therefore wish to maintain our objection.

Brecon Beacons Park Society 3rd May 2017 Thank for your letter of the 19th April informing the society of the reconsultation. Having examined the changes to the original proposal we do not think that they answer our objections which we wish to maintain.

1. The reduction in width of the site results in the caravan bays being, on average, only 3 metres (rather than 5 metres) from the woodland to the North. This is more likely to cause damage to the tree roots. Having viewed the proposed site from the Table Mountain and the ridge of Pen Cerrig Calch we believe that in any case the site would still be visible from these vantage points.

2. We do not consider that the addition of 6 trees to the narrow band below the canal bank will fundamentally change the screening and we believe the caravans will still be visible from the towpath through the trees and via angled views from the towpath to the East and West of the site. Nor will these trees do anything to screen the access road across the fields. Moreover, the transplanting of 3 metre trees carries the risk that their growth will be severely checked in the process and their growth will in any case be inhibited by the shading from the adjacent more mature trees.

We remain of the opinion, as detailed in our previous letter that a caravan site in this location would be contrary to the Local Development Plan and fundamentally against the purposes of the National Park. We therefore wish to maintain our objection.

Brecon Beacons Park Society 18th Apr 2017 We have the following concerns relating to the planning application cited above and wish to object.

1) Visual Impact As a development in Brecon Beacon National Park this proposal must comply with the National Park purposes and statutory duty (Local Development Plan (LDP) SP1) and with LDP Policy 1, Appropriate Development in the National Park.

The proposed caravan site is located close to the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. The canal and towpath are well above the site and look down on it. Although there is a narrow band of trees below the towpath it by no means forms a complete screen and the caravans, which stand out as blocks of pale colour, as well as the awnings, tracks and the proposed buildings would be clearly visible from the canal and towpath. Even after many years, the proposed new hedge will not be an effective screen because, due to the elevation of the canal, it will be possible to see over it to the caravans. We are also concerned that the proposed development will be will be visible from the higher ground around, including the Table Mountain and Pen Cerrig-calch and from the Usk Valley Walk and be an intrusion into the landscape. The visual intrusion will be year-round because the amenity building, the paths, tracks and other infrastructure will be permanent. We are not clear from the plans what form the sewage treatment plant will take nor whether electric hook-up points will be provided, though this is normal practice.

We therefore consider that the proposed development does not comply with the requirements of LDP Policy 1 which state that; " i) the scale, form, design, layout, density, intensity of use and use of materials will be appropriate to the surroundings and will maintain or enhance the quality and character of the Park's Natural Beauty, wildlife, cultural heritage and built environment; and ii) the proposed development is integrated into the landscape to the satisfaction of the NPA through planting and appropriate management of native species or through the construction of appropriate boundary features." We also consider it is contrary to LDP Policy 47: New or Extended Sites for Touring Caravans, Camper Vans and Tents b) and c), as we do not believe that: "the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the NPA that the proposed development is fully integrated into the landscape by virtue of topography or surrounding land uses, particularly when viewed from public routes and vantage points from outside the site;" or that: "on-site facilities, including any accommodation for a site manager, washroom facilities, stores, retail outlets or similar, are provided by the conversion of existing buildings."

While the proposed development might make a contribution to the local economy we believe that it would certainly adversely affect the environment which forms the basis of the tourism industry. The views enjoyed from this section of the canal are of a beautiful area of farmland and woodland with the backdrop of the mountains and have a very special sense of tranquillity. This would be disturbed by both the visual intrusion and the noise that would emanate from such a development. The canal is an important feature of the National Park, enjoyed by many local people and visitors, and we note that the Canal and River Trust is currently working to open up views from the canal and towpath.

2. Lighting The proposed development is in open countryside in a very rural situation. Though the lighting infrastructure proposed is fairly modest, when added to the lighting in the caravans themselves and that from around the washroom block and from it’s the skylights, it would affect the sense of tranquillity and remoteness of the area and would therefore be contrary to LDP SP1a) and Policy 12 Light Pollution b) i), v) vi) and vii).

3. Siting The proposed site is in open countryside at a considerable distance from the existing estate buildings. This is not in accordance with Policy 38 Farm Diversification e), which states that proposals will only be permitted where "Any new buildings or conversions or existing buildings that form part of the proposal lie within or immediately adjacent to the group of existing buildings which make up the farm complex and are in accordance with Policy CYD LP1 criteria 2 and Policy 23". (We note that DEFRA define farm diversification as 'The entrepreneurial use of farm resources for a non-agricultural purpose for commercial gain' LDP p.120). The use of this remote site means that the washroom block has to be provided in a new building not in one of the existing Estate Buildings, which is contrary to Policy 47: New or Extended Sites for Touring Caravans, Camper Vans and Tents c), which states that such sites "will only be permitted where: on-site facilities, including any accommodation for a site manager, washroom facilities, stores, retail outlets or similar, are provided by the conversion of existing buildings." However, the existing Estate Buildings are listed and therefore protected by Policy 17: The Settings of Listed Buildings, which states that: "Development proposals which would adversely affect the setting of a listed building will not be permitted". This would not permit the adjacent siting of the 40 caravans. Furthermore, Glanusk Park and Penmyarth are Grade II* listed on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens. We would therefore argue that the whole of Glanusk Park should be protected under Policy 20: Historic Parks and Gardens, and is therefore altogether unsuitable for such a development.

4. Access Access to the site would be via the B4558 either from the Crickhowell or Llangynidr direction. This is a narrow road which is not suitable for large vehicles such as camper vans or caravans. The additional traffic would be a hazard and cause more congestion, contrary to SP17: Sustainable Transport c) and Policy 59: Impacts of Traffic a), c) and d). It is suggested in the application that the anticipated traffic problems might be mitigated by the applicant "allowing" the construction of a certain number of passing bays between Crickhowell bridge and the estate entrance but it is not clear how these would be paid for and nor does this take account of traffic from the other direction. Moreover, the smaller roads in the National Park are enjoyed by many locals and visitors (many leisure cyclists now use the B4558). Widening and alterations would have an adverse impact on the attractions of the road.

The siting of the caravan site at such a distance from the site entrance means that a very long road would have to be constructed across open fields (the application suggests at least 800m). This would not be screened from the towpath or the road and the movements on it of camper vans and cars would be a further visual intrusion. The distance of the proposed holiday accommodation from any shops and other amenities means that most daily travel to and from the site would be by car or camper van.

For the reasons given above, we do not believe that the proposed development would "conserve and enhance the Natural Beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the Park; and/or provide for, or support, the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the National Park in a way that does not harm those qualities", and we therefore believe that it does not comply with National Park LDP Policy SP1. As stated in section 4.9.2.1 of the LDP, protection of the countryside is the National Park Authority's first statutory purpose, and therefore it is essential that development in countryside locations is strictly controlled to manage adverse impacts on the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the National Park.

The society therefore wishes to object to the proposed development.

NP Strategy And Policy 28th Sep 2017 Thank you for re-consulting me on the above application following the submission of further documents in support of the application.

I have copied my previous comments below for reference.

The applicant has submitted a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, which addresses the requirement of Policy 47 to submit an assessment undertaken by a qualified professional to demonstrate (to the satisfaction of the Authority) that the proposal would have no significant impact on the landscape. The document concludes the proposal would result in the landscape impact being 'adverse moderate' and the visual impact being 'adverse minor'. I trust that you will give this document due consideration in your assessment of the proposal.

The document submitted on the 5th June 2017 titled 'Policy Observations' addresses the issues raised below with regard to criterion c). While the points raised are considered sufficient for the Strategy and Policy Team to remove the recommendation for refusal, the proposal would result in a departure from policy. I trust therefore that in your assessment of the proposal you give consideration as to whether the justification provided is sufficient to warrant a departure from policy. If you consider that sufficient justification has been provided then Strategy and Policy are happy to remove the objection. Note however that the proposal remains to be a technical departure from the Local Development Plan.

I would reiterate the comments provided below regarding the occupancy conditions. 'Criterion (a) of Policy 47 sets out the requirement for such development that 'no part of the site will be used for permanent residential accommodation or for permanent pitches. The site will be subject to a seasonal occupancy condition restricting its use to periods throughout the year'. The pre-amble to the policy position states that the usual occupancy restrictions will be between 31st October and 1st March. It is worth noting that these dates are provided as a guide for use in general. The proposal is located in a sensitive location and you may wish to consider restricting the occupancy dates.

I refer to the above which has been forwarded to the Strategy and Policy Team for comment.

The development plan for the area is the Brecon Beacons National Park Local Development Plan 2007-2022 (hereafter LDP) which was adopted by resolution of the National Park Authority on the 17th December 2013.

My observations relate to the proposals compliance with the strategy and policy of the LDP.

Proposal The proposal is for the development of a caravan park for 40 touring caravan pitches including an access track, sewage treatment track and an amenity unit providing toilets and a storage facility.

The application is supported by a Background Statement and a number of plans, including a 'front page' plan with photographs of the proposed site.

It is worth noting that the applicant's Background Statement has considered the application predominantly against Policy 46 of the LDP. For the purposes of assessment against the LDP, the correct policy is Policy 47 as this relates specifically to new sites for touring caravans.

I note from the file that pre-application advice was provided by the Strategy & Policy Team to the applicant and agent in November 2015 (reference number 15/12493/PAYPRE).

LDP Policy Context The proposal is located in an area of open countryside as defined by the LDP Proposals Map. The LDP defines countryside locations as areas unsuitable to accommodate future development in accordance with the Environmental Capacity of the National Park. In these areas there is a presumption against development with the exception given to those development forms where there is a defined essential need for a countryside location.

Policy comments are requested regarding the principle of development of a new touring caravan site comprising 40 pitches and a new amenity block to provide toilets and showers.

Section 7.8.6 of the LDP relates to the provision for new caravanning sites. This section sets out that the provision of such sites can provide economic benefit to local communities. However the location of such sites and the access roads to them are not always suitable for towed caravans. Other sites may be unsuitable due to their prominence in the landscape or sensitive environmental features of the site' (7.8.6.4). To this end, Policy 47 of the LDP makes provision for new sites for touring caravans where the following criteria are met: a) no part of the site will be used for permanent residential accommodation or for permanent pitches. The site will be subject to a seasonal occupancy condition restricting its use to certain periods throughout the year; b) the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the NPA that the proposed development is fully integrated into the landscape by virtue of topography or surrounding land uses, particularly when viewed from public routes and vantage points from outside the site; c) On-site facilities, including any accommodation for a site manager, washroom facilities, stores, retail outlets or similar, are provided by the conversion of existing buildings.

In relation to criterion (c) of the above policy, I note that the application seeks to provide a new amenity block. The policy clearly sets out that such services should be accommodated within buildings already existing on site. There is no detail within the application documents relating to the extent to which it was determined that a new building was necessary over conversion of existing structures. This element should be addressed before Strategy & Policy can be satisfied of the proposals compliance with the policy position.

In relation to criterion (b) above the development site has the potential to impact on the special qualities of the National Park as experienced through the landscape. A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) was requested which would consider the proposal's potential impact on Landscape Character Area 11 - Eastern Usk Valley of the Brecon Beacons National Park Landscape Character Assessment (2012). The Eastern Usk Valley is considered to be an area comprised of mostly 'High' quality visual and sensory aspect areas with the River Usk classed as an 'Outstanding' visual and sensory aspect area. A plan with photographs accompanies the application which identifies viewpoints into the site although a LVIA has not been submitted. It is the responsibility of the applicant to submit an assessment undertaken by a qualified professional to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the Authority that the proposal would have no significant impact on the landscape. Without this assessment the Strategy & Policy Team cannot be satisfied of the proposal's compliance with the policy position.

Criterion (a) of Policy 47 sets out the requirement for such development that 'no part of the site will be used for permanent residential accommodation or for permanent pitches. The site will be subject to a seasonal occupancy condition restricting its use to periods throughout the year'. The pre-amble to the policy position states that the usual occupancy restrictions will be between 31st October and 1st March.

As it stands, the application has not addressed the relevant policy requirements and the Strategy & Policy Team cannot support the proposal. If the applicant submits further information regarding the aspects identified above, please re-consult and we would be happy to provide further comment.

Recommendation Until further assessment regarding the impact on the landscape is provided, and further consideration is given to the amenity block, the Strategy & Policy team cannot support the proposal and recommend that the application is refused.

As always if you have any concerns relating to the contents of my observations, or require additional clarification of any point please do not hesitate to get in contact.

NP Strategy And Policy 25th Aug 2017 Thank you for re-consulting me on the above application following the submission of further documents in support of the application.

I have copied my previous comments below for reference.

I refer to the above which has been forwarded to the Strategy and Policy Team for comment.

My observations relate to the proposals compliance with the strategy and policy of the LDP.

The application is supported by a Background Statement and a number of plans, including a 'front page' plan with photographs of the proposed site.

I note from the file that pre-application advice was provided by the Strategy & Policy Team to the applicant and agent in November 2015 (reference number 15/12493/PAYPRE).

Policy comments are requested regarding the principle of development of a new touring caravan site comprising 40 pitches and a new amenity block to provide toilets and showers.

Section 7.8.6 of the LDP relates to the provision for new caravanning sites. This section sets out that the provision of such sites can provide economic benefit to local communities. However the location of such sites and the access roads to them are not always suitable for towed caravans. Other sites may be unsuitable due to their prominence in the landscape or sensitive environmental features of the site' (7.8.6.4). To this end, Policy 47 of the LDP makes provision for new sites for touring caravans where the following criteria are met: a) no part of the site will be used for permanent residential accommodation or for permanent pitches. The site will be subject to a seasonal occupancy condition restricting its use to certain periods throughout the year; b) the applicant has demonstrated to the satisfaction of the NPA that the proposed development is fully integrated into the landscape by virtue of topography or surrounding land uses, particularly when viewed from public routes and vantage points from outside the site; c) on-site facilities, including any accommodation for a site manager, washroom facilities, stores, retail outlets or similar, are provided by the conversion of existing buildings.

As always if you have any concerns relating to the contents of my observations, or require additional clarification of any point please do not hesitate to get in contact.

CONTRIBUTORS Mr David Williams, Gwernvale Manor Cottage, Crickhowell Mrs Ann Chamberlain, Pen Y Dre Brecon Road, Crickhowell, David Thomas West Llanwysg, Crickhowell.

NEIGHBOUR/THIRD PARTY RESPONSE SUMMARY The application has been advertised by means of a site notice and neighbour notification. Three letters have been received raising the following comments:-

o Access onto B4558 is narrow and unsuitable for towed vans and motor caravans o Already have number of other sites in area and additional capacity will impact their viability o Aesthetics of large caravans will have unwelcome impact on the landscape o Access onto the B4558 is unsuitable for increased numbers - narrow and bendy o Consider another campsite is not needed in area and could affect viability of established sites o Caravans will always make some landscape impact and do not wish to see beautiful landscape scarred o Object in terms of traffic gridlock grounds - pedestrian safety to Glanusk is very poor, access for two vehicles between Dardy Junction and site access contains no passing bays and emergency access would be compromised, Caravan traffic for Green Man accesses the site from A40. Highways will not use traffic management or build passing bays.

OFFICER’S REPORT

The Director of Planning has requested this application is reported to Committee for determination due to Public Interest.

PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT

Full planning permission is proposed for a touring caravan park for 40 pitches with associated development involving access tracks and hard standings, an access track to the Glanusk estate offices to the east, an amenity unit providing toilets and a storage area and a new sewage treatment plant.

The touring caravan park is proposed to be used seasonally for 5 months of the year from 1st May to 30th September each year.

The caravan site is to be provided in a geometric linear layout with each 40 pitch bay measuring approximately 6m x 8m to provide space for a caravan, an awning and car parking.

Access is proposed from a relatively new access constructed under planning permission ref 07/0140, which secured a new access from the B4558 (Cwm Crawnon Road) into the Estate. Three passing bays are proposed along the B4558 towards Crickhowell, in order to increase the width of the highway within the highway verge to a 5.5 metre minimum.

Within the site, a 740 metres long track is proposed within the Glanusk Estate to link the site entrance with the caravan site. This partly consists of an existing track leading to the estate office and an existing agricultural track The existing agricultural track will be upgraded to cope with additional vehicular movements, thereafter, a new vehicular access track measuring approximately 480m and 3.2 metres wide would be constructed approximately using 200mm hardcore within the wheel tracks with grass surfacing between to link the existing track to the proposed caravan site. At the entrance into the site there is an access bridge proposed over an existing watercourse.

The proposals include a new amenity building to provide showers, toilets and a store. The building would measure approximately 9m x 7m x 5.4m high to the ridge and 2.3m to the eaves. It would be finished externally in shiplap boarding with natural grey slate roof tiles and two conservation roof lights. All services would be laid underground.

There would be no external lighting other than attached to the amenity building.

A new sewage treatment plant is also proposed with an outfall to the River Usk.

Landscaping proposals include the planting of holy along the boundary of the canal towpath, tree planting of oak and rowan along the bottom of the canal embankment and canal banks and new hedgerow planting along the southern boundary of the site and within the site interspersed with oak and birch.

Site Description The site extends to approximately 0.9ha and lies approximately 3km to the north west of Crickhowell within the Glanusk Estate within the Usk Valley between the River Usk and the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal.

The caravan park is proposed within the northern section of an improved pasture field that is currently used for sheep grazing and measures a maximum area of approximately 50m x 180m.

The northern boundary lies adjacent to a mature plantation of Douglas fir and beech. Approximately 90 metres to the north of the site lies the River Usk which flows west to east and is designated as a SSSI and a SAC. The eastern and western boundaries are made up of mature hedges. As there is no physical boundary along the southern boundary the site is open to the rest of the field to the south.

The ground is relatively level at 90m A.O.D., although the remainder of the filed to the south rises more steeply towards the canal and its towpath which are on an embankment at approximately a 20m higher level.

The site lies in open countryside, as defined in the BBNP LDP and the caravan park would lie adjacent to the essential setting of the Grade II * Registered Historic Park and Garden of Glanusk and Penmyarth, although the access track would run through the essential setting. . Several listed buildings within the Glanusk Park are located within the vicinity of the proposed development, including the Grade II listed sawmills, cart shed, workshops and office, home farm (and associated buildings including weighbridge house), threshing barn and hay barn. Within the wider area there are a number of other listed buildings associated with the history and development of the Glanusk Estate. The Grade II listed buildings and structures of Fro Cottage, Fro Bridge and Peny Bryn Bridge are located nearby.

The site is located approximately 140m south of the scheduled monument known as BR133 Penmyarth Standing Stone.

There is an existing agricultural track across the fields towards the development site, which stops short of the site boundary.

The site is located 2.8km to the south of the Usk Bat SAC and 5.2km to the south east of Buckland Coach House (also part of the SAC)

Public access routes follow the nearby canal towpath and to the south along the Usk Valley walk and other footpaths through the Glanusk Estate to the south of the site.

The site is located within landscape character area 11, Eastern Usk Valley as defined in the BBNP Landscape Character Assessment.

The application is accompanied by the following information, (some of which has superseded previous proposals):- o Background Statement dated March 2017 o A Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment (LVIA) (v7) dated September 2017 o Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment Response to LVIA Review (version 3) dated August 2017 o Landscape Planting proposals dated May 2017 (v7) o Drainage Installation details dated 5th June 2017 o Policy Observations Statement o Proposed Passing Spaces Statement dated May 2017 together with Drawings. o Revised plans and additional plan showing vision splay improvements as approved by previous permission 07/01470 o A Construction and Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) for the proposed access bridge over the existing watercourse.

Policy Context The application has been considered against the adopted policies of the Brecon Beacons National Park Authority Local Development Plan (2013) along with the comments made by statutory consultees, other interested parties and the following National Guidance:- National Guidance Planning Policy Wales (PPW 2016) Environment Act 1995 Natural Environment & Rural Communities Act 2006. Conservation of Habitats & Species Regulations 2010 Technical Advice Note 5 - Nature Conservation Technical Advice Note 12 - Design Technical Advice Note 13 -Tourism Technical Advice Note 23 - Economic development

Brecon Beacons National Park Authority Local Development Plan

RELEVANT POLICIES CYD LP1, Policy 1, Policy SP3, Policy 6, Policy 7, Policy 8, SP10, SP12, Policy 12, Policy 17, Policy 20, Policy 35, Policy 45, Policy 47, Policy 57, Policy 59, Policy SP14

MATERIAL CONSIDERATIONS The main material planning considerations for a proposal of this nature are the following matters:-

The principle of the development; impacts on the character and appearance of the area; ecology/biodiversity and protected species; archaeology; amenities of nearby residents; highway; the water environment.

Principle of development Overarching Strategic Policy SP1 requires development to conserve and enhance the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage of the Park, and/or provides for, or supports the understanding and enjoyment of the special qualities of the National Park in a way that does not harm those qualities; and fulfils the two purposes above and assists the economic and social well-being of local communities.

The proposed development lies in the open countryside and involves the provision of a seasonal touring caravan site, in which the following policies would apply:-

Policy CYD LP1 only permits development which is deemed necessary and essential to a countryside location. Criteria 5 permits proposals for tourist attractions which by evidenced necessity require a countryside location.

SP14 - enables sustainable tourism development which promotes opportunities for the enjoyment and understanding of the National Park, whilst ensuring that the natural beauty, wildlife and cultural heritage is considered and enhanced.

Policy 47 - New or Extended Sites for touring caravans, camper vans and tents will only be permitted where there will be seasonal occupancy, the proposed development is fully integrated into the landscape and on site facilities, are provided by the conversion of existing buildings.

In consideration of the above policies there are a number of matters which are relevant to the proposed development.

Firstly, the proposed development involves the provision of a site for touring caravans, which would by necessity require a countryside location and is therefore considered acceptable in principle under the provisions of policy CYDLP1. The development would provide new tourist development that would support the aims of the Sustainable Tourism Strategy to help to promote opportunities for the enjoyment and understanding of the National Park.

Secondly, the development of the site is proposed to be restricted to seasonal use. Para 15 of TAN 13 advises that seasonal occupancy conditions should be used to prevent permanent residential use of accommodation which, by the character of its construction or design, is unsuitable for continuous occupation especially in the winter months. Seasonal occupancy conditions may also be appropriate to protect the local environment.

The pre-amble to policy 47 of the LDP states that the usual occupancy should be in operation between 31st October and 1st March. These dates are provided as a guide for use in general. In this case, the original occupancy period proposed by the applicant was from 17th March until 31st October, which was subsequently amended to 1st May to 31st October. However, as the site lies adjacent to a sensitive location (the Glanusk Estate) and the Brecon to Monmouthshire Canal Towpath and would be more visible when broadleaves are not in leaf it is considered that the occupancy period should be reduced further to finish on 30th September. This has been proposed to the applicant and has been agreed in a statement dated 5th October 2017.

Thirdly, the development of the site has the potential to impact on the special qualities of the National Park, as experienced through the landscape. TAN 13 advises at para 12 that "holiday caravan sites can be intrusive in the landscape and … special consideration needs to be given to proposals … in National Parks designated for their natural features." The preamble to policy 47 states that …"sites may be unsuitable due to their prominence in the landscape or sensitive environmental features of the site."

Whilst the site is located within the countryside, it is not within a remote area of the National Park, it has easy access to the built-up area and consists of a managed agricultural site. The applicant has submitted a Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, which has been independently assessed and which has concluded that there would be no long term significant landscape impacts from the proposed development. However, it does conclude that there would be a localised, seasonal, short term significant effect which would reduce once the mitigation planting has become established. The full consideration of the landscape and visual effects are set out in more detail later in this report, and which has considered that, on balance the proposed development does comply with policies 1 and 47 of the LDP in landscape and visual terms.

Fourthly, the proposed new amenity building would be contrary to the provisions of policy 47 (c) of the LDP which requires on site facilities for caravan parks to be provided by the conversion of existing buildings. The application is therefore technically a departure from policy and has been advertised as such.

The applicant has justified the siting of the new amenity building within the site due to the fact that the nearest buildings to the proposed caravan park would be approximately 730m distance, are Grade II listed and all are occupied, providing office accommodation, storage facilities or leased to tenants on a long term basis.

Whilst there does not appear to be any options to utilise the nearest existing buildings on site it does not necessarily follow that it is therefore acceptable to develop a new structure in an area of open countryside at some distance from the existing buildings on the site. However, it is considered that due to the designation of the adjacent land forming part of the essential setting of the registered Glanusk Park and the absence of an existing building, it is considered that the proposed new amenity building, which would be modest in scale and finished in materials to reflect the rural character of the site, would be acceptable, in this case, subject to landscape considerations.

The Strategy and Policy Officer has raised no objection to the proposed development in light of the conclusions of the LVIA and subject to sufficient justification being provided for the new building and the originally proposed occupancy dates being restricted.

In conclusion, of the above matters, it is considered that the nature of the proposed development is such that, whilst there is a small technical departure from the policy position, this is acceptable in this case and that overall the proposed development is considered acceptable in principle.

Impact on the character and appearance of the area. Policy 1 of the LDP is an overarching policy, criterion (i) of which seeks to ensure that the scale, form, design, layout, density, intensity of use and use of materials of any development, would be appropriate to the surroundings and will maintain or enhance the quality and character of the Park's natural beauty, wildlife, cultural heritage and built environment. Criterion (ii) seeks to ensure that developments are integrated into the surrounding landscape through planting and appropriate management of native species and creation of appropriate boundary features as necessary.

Policy CYD LP1 seeks to protect the landscape, natural beauty and environment of the National Park

SP14 of the LDP enables sustainable tourism development whilst ensuring that the natural beauty is considered and enhanced.

Policy 47of the LDP requires new sites for touring caravans to be fully integrated into the landscape and on site facilities, are provided by the conversion of existing buildings.

The site of the application is located in the open countryside and within the Landscape Character Area 11 (Eastern Usk Valley) (LCA 11) as defined in the LDP. The special qualities of this area is that it has a high scenic quality and is well managed. It is sensitive to intrusive and poorly designed development. The overall strategy in this landscape character area includes protecting the composition of the landscape, the designated parkland landscapes, the built heritage and protecting historic features such as field boundaries and narrow lanes and to plan to minimise the visual impacts of new development and ensure they are well designed and sited.

The applicant has submitted a Landscape and Visual Assessment to support the proposed development. Specialist Landscape advisers (White Consultants) were commissioned by the Authority to consider and evaluate the details set out in the LVIA as well as the potential impact of the proposed development on the protected landscape of the National Park.

During the evaluation of the LVIA, the details of the proposed development have been revised a number of times to provide the following:- o To revert to the previous provision of a geometric layout o Clearer drawings have been provided to show the access provision and the proposed three passing bays o A wider proposed hedgerow southern boundary with standard trees to better screen the development in time o Additional planting within the site to screen/integrate the amenity block and to break up the site visually in time o Additional hedgerow and holly planting along the canal boundary to provide screening close to visual receptors walking or boating along the canal o Proposed tree planting at the bottom of the canal embankment o The pitch of the amenity unit roof has been increased to appear like other estate buildings.

The Landscape advisers have provided a summary of the key landscape and visual issues and conclusions regarding the landscape and visual effects.

In landscape terms the effects would be significant in the short term and the proposals are located some distance from the nearest other existing built structures in an otherwise unspoilt, unlit and tranquil part of the valley. The site provides the setting and context of the canal corridor which is an important landscape feature. The amenity building is permanent. The southern boundary is open and would need some time to establish vegetation, as would the proposed gap planting along the canal.

In mitigation, the proposals are at a relatively small scale and are mostly seasonal in nature. There is a degree of enclosure from existing trees and hedges bordering the site, along the canal and the B4558 road to the south. The site does not affect the setting or character of the Glanusk historic park (see below).The revised planting proposals should, if established, mitigate effects over time.

In visual terms the key effects would be from the Brecon and Monmouthshire canal, the towpath including bridge 123, and along the B4558 to the south of the site. Users of the canal corridor are highly sensitive receptors and they would have a mix of oblique and direct views of the caravans, awnings and cars, especially in the short term. The visual effects would be likely to be significant and localised in the short term reducing in the longer term when screen planting is established.

It is agreed that the effects from the distant viewpoints including Tor y Foel and Sugar Loaf are negligible. Views from elevated areas to the south and from the nearest residential properties would be limited due to the undulating topography, mature tree cover and existing hedgerows. The site would be clearly visible from the nearest residential property known as Fro Cottage (which is owned by the estate). There were questions raised regarding details of the B4558 passing places, especially passing place 3, but the lack of kerbs is supported and impacts are localised.

The seasonal use would be greatest in summer but there would be fewer caravans likely during off season. In mitigation, as with the landscape effects, the effects are seasonal and variable, there is a degree of enclosure from existing trees and hedges, and along the canal and road to the south, and effects are localised around the site. The revised planting proposals should, if established, mitigate effects in summer over time. The mitigation planting however, would be less effective when deciduous vegetation is not fully in leaf (mid- March to May and during October) although the addition of hollies will be helpful. Nevertheless, it was requested that the length of season should be limited if possible as people continue to use the canal towpath throughout the year.

Since the review was undertaken the proposals have been further amended as follows:- o The seasonal operation of the caravan site has been reduced from 17 March-31st October to 1st May - 30th September o Additional holly planting is proposed along the canal boundary o Further details have been provided of the B4558 passing places

The opening season for the site has therefore been reduced to generally occur when broadleaves are in leaf. The additional holly planting should provide further screening close to visual receptors walking or boating along the canal. The additional passing place details provide comfort that retaining features would not be required.

NRW have raised no objections on landscape grounds, but have advised that consideration is given for additional planting to include larger growing tree species in the proposed hedgerows, further planting along the road boundary to include the use of holly to provide winter screening and the production of a landscape and ecological management plan. The additional planting has been shown in the revised proposals and the production of a landscape and ecological management plan will be secured by condition.

Conclusions It is recognised that there would be short term significant landscape and visual impacts and that the caravan park would be seen as a separate isolated development, unrelated to the existing complex at Glanusk, in a tranquil, unlit and unspoilt part of the valley.

Representation has raised concern regarding the remote siting of the caravan park, its visual intrusion, impact on tranquillity and its impact on users of the canal towpath, and that it would harm the special qualities of the National Park.

However, it has ready been established that the principle of the caravan park is acceptable and that the proposed caravan park would be a relatively small scale development and would not be located in a prominent or remote location within the National Park. It is noted that the location has been principally chosen to avoid impact on the registered historic park of Glanusk (see considerations of this matter below). The impacts would be localised, seasonal and variable and the existing trees and hedges along the site boundaries, canal and B4558 road would provide some screening which, over time would be supplemented by the revised mitigation planting proposals which would help to screen/filter views of caravans and awnings. The length of seasonal occupancy has been reduced to ensure that the landscaping mitigation would be effective. The visual effects are limited to immediately around the site with the key effects primarily on users of the canal and towpath and corridor. The effects from distant viewpoints including Tor y Foel and Sugar Loaf have been assessed as negligible. There would be a permanent amenity building but it is small in scale and finished in materials to reflect the rural character of the site.

The revised proposals, are considered, on balance, to meet the strategic requirements of the local Landscape Character Area 11 (that new developments should not affect its composition, be well designed, and sited and that visual impacts are minimised). Furthermore, the revised proposals including reducing the season opening from May 1st to September and additional planting are an improvement on the originally submitted proposals and should minimise the likely effects over time, providing the proposed landscape management/maintenance is implemented.

In conclusion it is considered that there will be short term landscape and visual impacts of the proposals. However, the severity and duration of the impact has been reduced as a result of negotiations with the applicant and the subsequent provision of amended plans and reduced duration of the seasonal use. On balance, therefore, it is considered that, the proposed development would not harm the special qualities of the National Park and subject to conditions to limit use of the caravan park to holiday use only, to limit the seasonal occupancy of the caravan park from 1st May to 30th September, to ensure the proposed landscape mitigation planting is undertaken and maintained and to control external lighting, the proposed development is considered acceptable to comply with policies 1 and 47 of the LDP.

Impact on the character and appearance of the historic landscape and listed buildings PPW recognises the importance of protecting the historic environment and states at Para 6.5.9 that: Where a development affects a Listed Building or its setting, the primary material consideration is the statutory requirement to have special regard to the desirability of preserving the building, or its setting, or any features of special architectural or historic interest which it possesses" which reflects Section 66 of the Planning (Listed Building and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 (as amended).

Policy 17 of the LDP states that development proposals which would adversely affect the setting of a listed building will not be permitted.

Policy 20 of the LDP Historic Parks and Gardens states that `Development which directly or indirectly either alone or in combination affects those areas listed within Part 1 of the 'Register of Landscapes, Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest in Wales' will be permitted if the essential integrity and coherence of the park or garden and its setting, as defined in the Register, is preserved or enhanced.

The Landscape and Visual Assessment which supports the application has considered the impact on the historic landscape and listed buildings. It has concluded that the proposed development would be sited to the west of the Grade II* Registered Historic Park and Garden of Glanusk and Penmyarth and outside its essential setting and as it cannot be seen from Penmyarth House it would not affect the identified significant views. Whilst the access track would be visible from a small part of the historic park, it will be constructed with similar materials to other tracks within the park and is not considered to constitute a significant impact on the registered historic park or its setting.

The proposed caravan park would be sited some 140m south of scheduled ancient monument BR133- the Penmyarth Standing Stone. However, due the woodland plantation adjacent to the River Usk which would screen views between the standing stone and the proposed development there would be no impact on the setting of the SAM.

The LVIA considers that the proposed caravan park would have a small seasonal impact on the setting of the nearby Grade II listed buildings and structures of the Fro, Fro Bridge and Pen y Bryn Bridge and will not impact significantly on the remaining listed buildings within the Glanusk Estate.

Cadw have considered the proposed development and have advised that it would have no impact on the setting of scheduled monument BR133 and would not constitute a significant impact on the setting of the registered historic park.

The National Park's Heritage Officer has considered the proposals and has advised that it will not have an unduly harmful impact on the setting of the registered Glanusk Park and from a heritage perspective raises no objections.

It is therefore concluded that, whilst there have been concerns raised in representation about the impact on the nearby listed buildings and Registered Park at Glanusk, heritage consultation responses have advised that the proposed development would not detrimentally harm the setting of the nearby listed building, heritage features or the historic landscape and as such is considered to comply with policies 17 and 21 of the LDP along with guidance set out in PPW and TAN 24.

Impacts on archaeology Para 6.5.1 of PPW outlines the desirability of preserving archaeological remains and their setting is a material consideration in the determination of planning applications. Similar advice in TAN24 requires Authorities to take into account archaeological considerations at the early stages of development and to be fully informed about the nature and importance of archaeological remains and their setting and the likely impact of any proposed development upon them.

Policy SP3 f) of the LDP requires all proposals for development or change of use of land or buildings in the National Park to demonstrate that the proposed development does not have an unacceptable impact on, nor detract from, or prevent the enjoyment of … archaeological features.

The National Park's Heritage Officer (Archaeology) has commented on the application as provided in full above. In summary, it is considered that as the site lies in close proximity to areas of archaeological sensitivity, two known sites within the regional Historic Environment Record- a post medieval house ( CPAT 8183) and a second building on the alignment of the proposed access road ( CPAT 8223) the proposed development has the potential to impact upon these features.

A condition requiring an archaeological watching brief has therefore been recommended to ensure that any remains of archaeological significance disturbed in the course of the groundworks are excavated, recorded and reported.

It is therefore considered that the proposed development would be consistent with policy SP3 f) of the Local Development Plan as well guidance set out in PPW and TAN 24.

Impact on ecology and biodiversity and landscape features To comply with Planning Policy Wales (2016), section 5.5 and also Technical Advice Note (TAN) 5, biodiversity considerations must be taken into account in determining planning applications. Planning permission should be refused if the proposals will result in adverse harm to wildlife that cannot be overcome by adequate mitigation and compensation measures.

The National Park's Planning Ecologist has advised that the site lies 2.8km to the south of the Usk Bat Sites Special Area of Conservation and 5.2km to the south-east of Buckland Coach House (also part of the SAC); these sites are designated for the presence of lesser horseshoe bats.

The proposed development site is currently sheep-grazed pasture and there are no existing structures that could provide roosting features for this species. The woodland corridor to the north is sufficiently wide and extensive to provide good connectivity and foraging habitats for bats and Likely Significant Effects on the SAC are not anticipated as a result of these development proposals.

The National Park's Planning Ecologist initially advised that following issues needed to be addressed: o Clarification of the passing places and any hedgerow removal along the B4558 o Mitigation for the impacts of the proposed track across the agricultural fields o Requirement for enhanced landscaping measures: including:- o a wider hedgerow corridor to the south of the proposed caravans and to include hedgerow trees o additional tree and shrub planting along the northern boundary of the canal corridor o a small copse to the south of the amenity building o clarification of the management of the grassland areas within the caravan field o Clarification and details of the works to the culvert o Biodiversity enhancement measures to be accommodated- at least eight features for bats and nesting birds were recommended o Details to any external lighting to ensure it is of an appropriate design and sensitively located to avoid light-spill towards bat roosting areas or wildlife corridors

Additional information has now been submitted and the National Park's Planning Ecologist has provided the following advice:-

Passing places Following the submission of additional information, it appears that no hedgerow removal or retaining wall structures will be required to ensure stability of the bank and that damage to the hedgerow roots has been minimised.

Mitigation for track The proposals are for the construction of twin stone tracks with a grassed middle section. No specific mitigation measures are proposed, but it is acknowledged that there is an existing agricultural track (un-surfaced).

Enhanced landscaping measures Revised landscape planting proposals have been submitted which are considered acceptable subject to the clarification of the following details:- o A stock-proof fence should be installed to the south of the new hedgerow planting along the southern boundary of the proposed caravan park and to the north of the hedgerow if the caravan park area is to be grazed by stock during the winter months. o The proposed blocks of hedgerow planting with holly along the canal could be improved. o A long-term management plan for new planting and existing habitats at and adjacent to the site in order to maintain height and thickness to the existing and proposed hedgerows as well as retention of the tree plantation to the north of the proposed caravans. The woodland area along the northern banks of the canal could be better managed by protecting from grazing and additional understorey planting, removing non-native species and replaced with native species in the long term. o The introduction of hedgerow ground flora is welcomed - it must be ensured that native species are used, rather than any garden varieties or hybrids. It would also be beneficial to leave a 1 metre strip un-mown along the base of the hedgerows; this could be subject to an annual cut.

Works to the culvert The submission of the drawing is welcomed and a Construction and Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) will also be required for the proposed work to ensure adherence to good working practices and avoidance of pollution of the watercourse.

Biodiversity enhancement measures The proposals now include the provision of bat roosting features at the gable eaves of both north and south elevations of the new "Amenity Unit". Two bird boxes will also be installed to the north elevation. These features along with the native-species planting and a commitment to the long-term management of the site provide appropriate biodiversity mitigation and enhancement.

External lighting The applicant has also submitted details of external lighting. Two down-lighters will be installed adjacent to the doorways on both north and south elevations. Black-out blinds will also be installed to the conservation roof-lights. A planning condition can be imposed to ensure implementation in accordance with the approved scheme.

The National Park's Planning Ecologist has raised no objections to the proposed development subject to the imposition of conditions to secure the above mentioned matters.

Natural Resources Wales have raised no objection on ecological matters in relation to this application.

It is therefore considered that ecological, biodiversity and landscape issues within the proposed development can be appropriately accommodated by the imposition of appropriate conditions as set out above. The proposed development is therefore considered to be consistent with policies SP3, policies 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 12 of the Local Development Plan as well guidance set out in PPW.

Impacts on highway infrastructure Policy 59 of the LDP specifies that development will only be permitted where appropriate access can be achieved commensurate with the level of development proposed.

The proposed development will utilise the existing access to the site from the B4558, which was granted by planning permission 07/01470.

The Local Highway Authority has advised that the proposed access onto the B4558 is generally considered suitable to serve the proposed development, but has noted that the existing visibility splays do not accord with the requirements secured by a condition attached to 07/01470. This required the provision of visions splays measuring 120m x 2.4m in each direction and the relocation of the existing hedge behind the vision splays. The applicant's agent has submitted the previously approved drawing which illustrates the agreed setting out of the access. It appears that in order to accommodate the required vision splay the existing hedgerow requires to be cut back.

Powys County Council as the local highway authority has advised that as the B4558 road routinely accommodates HGV vehicles and forms part of the local bus route it is capable of accommodating the type and levels of traffic that would be generated by the proposed development. In addition, the provision of three passing bays between the site access towards Crickhowell, which is currently restricted in terms of its width, would mitigate the impact of the additional traffic generated, help the two way flow of vehicular traffic and therefore the safety of all road users and is welcomed.

A number of concerns have been received which raising objections that the access along the B4558 is narrow and not suitable for caravans, that the additional traffic would be a hazard and cause more congestion and that no provision has been made for the access from the west.

In response to these concerns it is noted that the local highway authority has raised no objections to the proposed development subject to the imposition of conditions to secure the provision of the three passing bays along the B4558 and the provision of clear visibility splays at the existing entrance onto the B4558. The local highway officer has provided verbal advice that the proposed passing bays would accommodate for the vast majority of expected traffic which would be generated from the east into the site.

In consideration of the highway implications of the proposed development, in the light of the comments received from the Local Highway Officer it is considered that the proposed development would not lead to a significant detrimental impact on the existing highway infrastructure or on highway safety and complies with policy 59 of the LDP.

Impacts on amenities of nearby residents Para 3.1.7 of PPW states that "the planning system does not exist to protect the private interests of one person against the activities of another. Proposals should be considered in terms of their effect on the amenity and existing use of land and buildings in the public interest, and it is therefore valid to consider the effect of a proposal on the amenity of neighbouring properties.

Para 11.3 of PPW advises that in determining planning applications for tourism developments, local planning authorities need to consider the impact of proposals on the environment and local community and they may seek to reduce the impact of development using arrangements for traffic and visitor management.

Concern has been expressed regarding the additional noise and disturbance and effects on the tranquil nature of the existing site and surrounding area.

The proposed caravan site would be approximately 280m from the nearest residential property, The Fro, and the site access would be approximately 220m distance from this property, although there is the existence of mature hedges and trees in between.

It is considered that there would be seasonal noise and disturbance generated by the use of the site as a 40 pitch touring caravan site and use of the proposed access track. However, it is considered that a condition should be imposed in order to restrict the movement of caravans so that they only enter and leave the site between the hours of 8am until 8pm. This restriction, together with the distances should ensure that the proposed caravan use would not have a significant detrimental effect on the amenity of nearby residents in terms of noise and disturbance or loss of privacy.

Powys County Council Environmental Health Service have raised no comments in relation to the amenities of residential properties.

The Powys Licensing Team have advised that an application for a caravan site licence will be required to be submitted under the Caravan Sites and Control of Development Act 1960. This will essentially control health and safety matters on the site.

Subject to the imposition of appropriate conditions as set out above, it is considered that the proposed the development is considered to comply with PPW in terms of residential amenity.

Drainage and flood risk Policy 56 of the LDP requires development to have adequate water and mains sewerage infrastructure and that conditions should be imposed to ensure adequate services are available to serve the development.

The proposed development would be located outside at risk of flooding (Zone C2 as defined in the Development Advice Maps of Tan 15. Surface water is proposed to be secured by soakaways and the proposed development disposes of foul drainage to a private sewage treatment plant with an outfall to the nearest watercourse.

NRW have advised that the foul drainage system will require a permit and have referred to the hierarchical approach to foul drainage and requirements for non-mains drainage assessment set out in PPW and Circular 10/99.

Powys County Council Environmental Health Officer have advised that the proposed sewage treatment plant would be the preferred method in view of the number of users of the proposed system, subject to the necessary consent to discharge from NRW.

The drainage provisions of the proposed development are therefore considered to comply with policies 56 of the LDP, subject to the imposition of a condition to secure the precise details.

Other considerations The applicant has produced a background statement and a supporting document dated 5th October 2017 which has set out the justification for the proposed caravan park.

In summary it is proposed as part of a master plan to diversify and to help sustain the historic estate economically, socially and environmentally, particularly following Brexit without European Structural funds to rely upon. The aim is to provide a flagship, high quality Caravan Park for tourists, to promote a special attraction which would enhance the National Park. It would encompass the Visit Wales criteria, which is supported by Welsh Government and Business Wales in its Wales Strategy for Tourism and would also support the BBNPA Tourism Strategy.

The caravan park would help to provide accommodation to support the many events which are held within the Glanusk Estate including the World Air Field Target Championships, many music events, concerts, conferences and weddings.

The site has been chosen to avoid harming the registered historic park whilst at the same time providing an accessible site in a landscaped setting which would allow visitors to experience the park landscape and cultural heritage of the listed buildings and structures at Glanusk, nearby walking and cycling activities. Activities such as salmon and trout fishing, clay shooting, walking within permissive paths are proposed to be offered and promoted as well as promoting local food producers.

At present the site employs 4 full time staff and over 10 local contractors and it is envisaged that these would be safeguarded and increased. The existing Estate Office would be used to service the caravan park from 8am to 8pm.

In consideration of the above, it is considered that the proposed development would provide supplementary income to support the running and upkeep of the Registered Historic Park at Glanusk which is recognised for its historic and cultural interest. It would also bring benefits associated with tourism. Users of the site would also be likely to make a small financial contribution to the local economy and would therefore provide economic benefit to local communities, as stated in the preamble to policy 47 of the LDP. Welsh Government emphasises the role of the planning system in promoting economic development as stated in Para 7 of PPW and TAN 23, and therefore these considerations are in favour of the proposed development.

CONCLUSION

On the basis of the above report, it is considered that the development proposed conforms to the relevant guidance in PPW, and policies of the Local Development Plan and should therefore be approved subject to conditions.

RECOMMENDATION: Permit

Conditions and/or Reasons:

1 The development hereby permitted shall be begun before the expiration of five years from the date of this permission. 2 The development shall be carried out in all respects strictly in accordance with the approved plans Au01A (NP1v6), Au02(NP2v5), Au03(NP3v4), Au04(NP4v5), L001(NP6v2), 02C(NP7v1), Pa01A(NP8v2), Pa02A(NP9v2), Pa03A(NP10v3), GA- 01RevA(NP11v1), 17/560/01RevE(NP12v1) unless otherwise agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. 3 The use of the land the subject of this permission shall be used for a touring caravan site only and for no other purpose and no more than 40 touring caravans shall be stationed on the site at any time, on the pitch locations as shown on the approved plan NP2v5 (Drawing No. Au02). 4 The use hereby permitted shall only be used during the period 1st May to 30th September. No caravan shall remain on the site between 1st October in any one year and 30th April in the succeeding year. 5 The development shall be occupied as holiday accommodation only and shall not be occupied as a person's sole or main place of residence or by any persons exceeding a period of 28 days in any calendar year. An up to date register shall be kept at the touring caravan site hereby permitted and be made available for inspection by the Local Planning Authority upon request. The register shall contain details of the names of all the occupiers of the caravans, their main home addresses and their date of arrival and departure from the site. 6 Prior to any works commencing within the development site, full engineering details of the three passing bays along the B4588 County Highway as shown on approved plans L001(NP6v2), Pa01A(NP8v2), Pa02A(NP9v2) and Pa03A(NP10v3) shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The passing bays shall be constructed in accordance with the approved details prior to the use of the site as a touring caravan site commencing. 7 Within 5 days of the commencement of the development, the access onto the B4588 shall be constructed so that there is clear visibility from a point 1.05 metres above ground level at the centre of the access and 2.4 metres distant from the edge of the adjoining carriageway, to points 0.6 metres above ground level at the edge of the adjoining carriageway and 120 metres distant in each direction measured from the centre of the access along the edge of the adjoining carriageway. Nothing shall be planted, erected or allowed to grow on the areas of land so formed that would obstruct the visibility and the visibility shall be maintained free from obstruction for as long as the development hereby permitted remains in existence. 8 Upon formation of the visibility splays as detailed in Condition 6 above, the centreline of any new or relocated hedge should be positioned not less than 1.0 metre to the rear of the visibility splay and retained in this position as long as the development remains in existence. 9 No development shall commence until details of a scheme for the disposal of foul and surface water has been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The foul water drainage scheme shall be based on a private treatment plant piped to the adjacent watercourse. The works shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details prior to the first beneficial use of the development hereby approved and retained in perpetuity. 10 No development shall take place until details or samples of materials to be used externally on walls and roofs have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved details. 11 The developer will ensure that a suitably qualified archaeological contractor is present during the undertaking of any ground works in the development area, so that an archaeological watching brief can be maintained.

The archaeological watching brief will be carried out in accordance with a written scheme of investigation which has been submitted by the applicant and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority, and which must meet the standards laid down by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists in their Standard and Guidance for an Archaeological Watching Brief.

A copy of the Watching Brief report shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority for approval, and following approval to the local Welsh Archaeological Trust for inclusion in the Regional Historic Environment Record (HER) within two months of the fieldwork being completed. 12 Caravans shall not be permitted to enter and leave the site outside the hours of 8am and 8pm daily. 13 During the construction phase no machinery shall be operated, no process shall be carried out and no deliveries taken at or despatched from the site outside the following times: Monday-Friday 7.00 am-6.00pm, Saturday 8.00 am-1.00 pm nor at any time on Sundays, Bank or Public Holidays. 14 The landscaping scheme as shown in drawing "Proposed planting Plan Job No. 17/560/0" and described in the document entitled Proposed Caravan Park, Glanusk Estate - Landscape Planting Proposals by Mackley Davies Associates Ltd dated May 2016 (v7) shall be implemented in full prior to first beneficial use or occupation of the site. Notwithstanding this, full details of the following shall be submitted to the Local Planning Authority for written approval prior to implementation and shall also be implemented in full prior to first beneficial use of the development: o holly planting along the northern boundary of the canal towpath o landscape mitigation measures at the passing bays along the B4558 o details of stock-proof fencing along the new hedgerows

Any shrubs or trees that fail in the first five years after planting shall be replaced on a like- for-like basis in the next available planting season. 15 A landscape and ecological management plan (LEMP) shall be submitted to, and be approved in writing by, the local planning authority prior to the commencement of the development. The content of the LEMP shall include the following: o Description and evaluation of features to be managed, which shall include the woodland along the northern bank of the canal towpath, all hedgerows, hedgerow margins, grasslands and tree planting. o Aims and objectives of management. o Appropriate management options for achieving aims and objectives. o Preparation of a work schedule (including an annual work plan capable of being rolled forward over a five-year period). o Ongoing monitoring and remedial measures. o The phased removal of non-native species where appropriate. o The hedgerow boundaries to the site shall be maintained at a minimum height of 2 metres and a minimum width of 2 metres. The approved plan shall be implemented in accordance with the approved details. o All existing trees, hedgerows and vegetation within 20 metres of the development site shall be retained.

The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved landscape and ecological management plan. 16 Notwithstanding the recommendations in the submitted Construction and Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) dated 26th September 2017, further details of pollution prevention measures shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority prior to commencement of the development.

The development shall be carried out in accordance with the approved Construction and Environmental Management Plan (CEMP).

17 All external lighting shall be installed in accordance with the specifications and locations set out on the approved plan Au04 (NP4v5). Under no circumstances should any other external lighting be installed without prior consent from the Local Planning Authority. 18 The biodiversity enhancement scheme shall be implemented in accordance with the details as shown on approved drawings Au01A (NP1v6) and Au04 (NP4v5) prior to first beneficial use or occupation of the site and maintained thereafter.

Reasons:

1 Required to be imposed by Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990. 2 To ensure adherence to the approved plans in the interests of a satisfactory form of development. 3 To ensure adherence to the approved plans in the interests of a satisfactory form of development. 4 The National Park Authority wish to control the specific use of the land, in the interest of the landscape and local amenity. 5 The National Park Authority is not prepared to allow the introduction of separate units of residential accommodation in this rural location 6 In the interests of highway safety. 7 In the interests of highway safety. 8 In the interests of highway safety. 9 To ensure a satisfactory form of development and to ensure no pollution of or detriment to the environment. 10 To ensure that the materials harmonise with the surroundings. 11 To ensure that any remains of archaeological significance disturbed in the course of the work are excavated, recorded and reported. 12 To safeguard the amenities of the locality. 13 To protect the amenity of local residents. 14 In the interests of landscape and visual amenity 15 In the interests of landscape and visual amenity. To comply with Section 5 of Planning Policy Wales (2016), Technical Advice Note 5 and Policies SP3, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 12 of the adopted Local Development Plan for the BBNP To comply with the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended) and the Environment (Wales) Act 2016

16 In order to prevent pollution of the adjacent watercourse, in the interests of the environment and ecology. To comply with Section 5 of Planning Policy Wales (2016), Technical Advice Note 5 and Policies SP3, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 12 of the adopted Local Development Plan for the BBNP To comply with the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 (as amended) and the Environment (Wales) Act 2016

17 To comply with Section 5 of PPW Wales, TAN 5 and policies SP3, 6,7 and 12 of the LDP and to comply with the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 ( as amended) and the Environment (Wales) Act 2016. 18 To comply with Section 5 of PPW Wales, TAN 5 and policies SP3, 6,7 and 12 of the LDP and to comply with the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 ( as amended) and the Environment (Wales) Act 2016.

Informative Notes:

1 All nesting birds, their nests, eggs and young are protected by law and it is an offence to: o intentionally kill, injure or take any wild bird o intentionally take, damage or destroy the nest of any wild bird whilst it is in use or being built o intentionally take or destroy the egg of any wild bird o intentionally (or recklessly) disturb any wild bird listed on Schedule1 while it is nest building, or at a nest containing eggs or young, or disturb the dependent young of such a bird. The maximum penalty that can be imposed - in respect of a single bird, nest or egg - is a fine of up to 5,000 pounds, six months imprisonment or both. The applicant is therefore reminded that it is an offence under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) to remove or work on any hedge, tree or building where that work involves the taking, damaging or destruction of any nest of any wild bird while the nest is in use or being built, (usually between late February and late August). If a nest is discovered while work is being undertaken, all work must stop and advice sought from Natural Resources Wales. 2 Work should halt immediately and Natural Resources Wales (NRW) contacted for advice in the event that protected species are discovered during the course of the development. To proceed without seeking the advice of NRW may result in an offence under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2010 and/or the Wildlife & Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) being committed. NRW can be contacted at: NRW, Cantref Court, Brecon Road, Abergavenny, NP7 7AX Tel: 0300 065 3000