Vale of Glamorgan Council / Cyngor Bro Morgannwg

Gwrthwynebu

1 Ymgynghoriad ar Cynllun Datblygu Lleol Newydd

ID sylw: 4926

Derbyniwyd: 26/02/2026

Respondent ID: 3022

Ymatebydd: Mrs Sian Stent

Cadarn? Heb nodi

Crynodeb o'r Gynrychiolaeth:

I object to the proposed housing development due to serious concerns about road safety, as existing junctions, have poor visibility, and are already over capacity, increasing risks for pedestrians and cyclists. The village's infrastructure, including healthcare, education, drainage, and parking, is insufficient and unlikely to support additional residents without substantial investment. Public transport is limited and unreliable, making residents dependent on private vehicles, which conflicts with sustainable development policies. Approving such a development would exacerbate congestion and strain local services.

Testun llawn:

I am writing to formally object to the proposed housing development at [site location/reference number].

My objection is based on serious concerns regarding road safety, insufficient infrastructure, and the lack of adequate public transport within the village.

1. Road Safety Concerns

The roads serving the proposed development are already operating beyond safe and reasonable capacity. [Name of Road(s)] is narrow, lacks continuous pavements, and has limited visibility at key junctions. There are existing issues with:
• Speeding vehicles
• Poor sight lines at junctions
• Inadequate pedestrian crossings
• Limited street lighting
• On-street parking restricting carriageway width

The addition of significant construction traffic followed by permanent residential traffic will inevitably increase congestion and the risk of accidents. The village roads were not designed to accommodate the volume of vehicles that this development would generate.

Furthermore, many residents — including children walking to school and elderly residents — rely on these roads daily. Increasing traffic levels would create unacceptable safety risks for pedestrians and cyclists.

2. Lack of Local Infrastructure

The village infrastructure is already under strain. There is limited capacity in:
• GP services
• School places
• Drainage and sewage systems
• Parking provision
• Local amenities and services

No clear or deliverable plan has been presented to demonstrate how these services will be expanded to accommodate the proposed increase in population. Without substantial prior investment in infrastructure, this development would place unsustainable pressure on existing facilities.

3. Inadequate Public Transport

Public transport provision in the village is minimal and unreliable. Bus services are infrequent and do not provide viable commuting options. There is no train station within walking distance.

As a result, future residents would be almost entirely dependent on private vehicles. This contradicts sustainable development principles and will further intensify traffic congestion and carbon emissions.

Approving a large-scale housing development in a location with such limited transport links is inconsistent with national and local planning policies that promote sustainable travel and reduced car dependency.