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1 Ymgynghoriad ar Cynllun Datblygu Lleol Newydd
ID sylw: 6282
Derbyniwyd: 12/03/2026
Respondent ID: 3518
Ymatebydd: Derwyn Jones
Cadarn? Heb nodi
Firstly, it should be noted that the site lies outside the established village boundary of Aberthin. Development in this location would therefore represent an extension into open countryside, which is contrary to the principles of sustainable and plan-led development.
The proposal for 25 additional dwellings would represent approximately a 14% increase in housing within Aberthin. For a village of this size, such an increase is significant and would materially alter the character and scale of the settlement.
In addition, the site is located within Flood Zone 3, which raises serious concerns regarding the appropriateness and safety of residential development in this location. Development in areas identified as having a high probability of flooding should be avoided wherever possible.
The Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) spatial strategy clearly directs housing growth towards sustainable settlements where there is appropriate access to employment opportunities, services, public transport, and supporting infrastructure. Aberthin does not meet these criteria and is classified as a minor rural settlement, with limited services and infrastructure to support additional development of this scale.
There are also concerns regarding local education capacity. Cowbridge Comprehensive School already faces capacity pressures and will not be able to accommodate the additional six pupils forecast under the RLDP as arising from this development.
For these reasons, the proposal is inconsistent with the principles of sustainable development, conflicts with the spatial strategy of the RLDP, and raises legitimate concerns regarding flooding risk, infrastructure provision, and the impact on the character of the village.
I respectfully request that the planning authority refuses this application.
Remove allocation.
I am writing to formally object to the proposed housing development under Application 2299 – Land to the West of Maendy Road, Aberthin.
Firstly, it should be noted that the site lies outside the established village boundary of Aberthin. Development in this location would therefore represent an extension into open countryside, which is contrary to the principles of sustainable and plan-led development.
The proposal for 25 additional dwellings would represent approximately a 14% increase in housing within Aberthin. For a village of this size, such an increase is significant and would materially alter the character and scale of the settlement.
In addition, the site is located within Flood Zone 3, which raises serious concerns regarding the appropriateness and safety of residential development in this location. Development in areas identified as having a high probability of flooding should be avoided wherever possible.
The Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) spatial strategy clearly directs housing growth towards sustainable settlements where there is appropriate access to employment opportunities, services, public transport, and supporting infrastructure. Aberthin does not meet these criteria and is classified as a minor rural settlement, with limited services and infrastructure to support additional development of this scale.
There are also concerns regarding local education capacity. Cowbridge Comprehensive School already faces capacity pressures and will not be able to accommodate the additional six pupils forecast under the RLDP as arising from this development.
For these reasons, the proposal is inconsistent with the principles of sustainable development, conflicts with the spatial strategy of the RLDP, and raises legitimate concerns regarding flooding risk, infrastructure provision, and the impact on the character of the village.
I respectfully request that the planning authority refuses this application.