Cyngor Bro Morgannwg
Vale of Glamorgan Council

Review the scale of the development so it is proportionate to the village and does not overwhelm existing services and community character.
Undertake a full traffic and highway assessment and identify safer access arrangements before any development proceeds.
Relocate the proposed supermarket so it can be accessed directly from the main road, reducing additional traffic through the village or consider replacing the single large supermarket with a row of smaller shops that better reflect the scale and character of the village.
Ensure infrastructure improvements are planned and delivered first, including medical services, schools, transport links, and emergency service capacity.
Provide adequate parking solutions to address existing and future demand.
Carry out detailed flooding and environmental assessments and implement measures to protect wildlife and local habitats.
Include appropriate community and recreational facilities to support the increased population.
Engage meaningfully with the St Athan community before progressing the development further.

We, St Athan Community Council, formally object to the proposed Church Farm development as currently presented. While we recognise the need for housing, the scale of the proposal raises serious concerns regarding traffic, infrastructure capacity, and the impact on the village character. The proposed access and supermarket location are likely to increase traffic through the village, creating safety and congestion issues. Infrastructure such as medical services, schools, transport, and emergency services may not be able to support the increased population. Flooding risks, environmental impacts, and the need for appropriate community facilities must also be addressed. In reiteration, the St Athan community formally objects to the development as proposed.