Very poor choice. Already massive congestion, losing character of village without appropriate facilities in terms of doctors, schools, shops etc. Also significant flooding risk already in the village which could only be made worse with additional concrete, drainage and loss of trees/ greenery.

Objection to Site Allocation HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys
I wish to formally object to the allocation of Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys within the Replacement Local Development Plan.
In my view, the site is unsuitable for development due to concerns relating to flood risk and drainage capacity, pressure on local infrastructure, constraints within the highway network, and the impact on the rural character and setting of the village.
Key Concerns
Flood risk and drainage capacity
Pressure on schools and healthcare services
Highway congestion along the Vale–Cardiff commuter corridor
Loss of countryside forming the setting of the village

Flood Risk and Drainage
The proposed development of approximately 250 dwellings would significantly increase the amount of impermeable surfaces within the area, including roofs, roads and driveways. While the proposal refers to the use of Sustainable Drainage Systems and water retention measures, there remains concern that such measures may not fully mitigate the additional surface water runoff created by development at this scale.
Existing drainage infrastructure within Dinas Powys already experiences pressure during periods of heavy rainfall. Any additional surface water discharge from the development will ultimately need to enter the wider drainage network before flowing toward the Cardiff Road corridor and downstream catchments.
Surface water within the village ultimately drains toward the Cadoxton River catchment, which has historically experienced flooding during periods of intense rainfall. Development of greenfield land inevitably alters natural drainage patterns and increases runoff volumes. Even where Sustainable Drainage Systems are installed, these systems generally release stored water gradually into the existing drainage network once capacity thresholds are reached.
Given increasing rainfall intensity associated with climate change, there is a risk that development of this site could place further pressure on the drainage network and potentially exacerbate downstream flood risk. Welsh planning policy, including Technical Advice Note 15 (TAN15), requires development to avoid increasing flood risk elsewhere and to demonstrate resilience to changing weather patterns.

Pressure on Local Infrastructure and Services
Local infrastructure within Dinas Powys is already under considerable pressure. Local schools have widely reported capacity constraints within their catchment areas, and the local medical centre serves a growing population with limited expansion potential.
A development of approximately 250 homes would inevitably lead to a substantial increase in population and demand for education, healthcare and other public services. Without clear and deliverable infrastructure improvements alongside the development, the allocation risks placing unsustainable pressure on existing services.
Welsh national policy within Planning Policy Wales emphasises that development should only proceed where the necessary supporting infrastructure can be provided.

Traffic and Highway Network Constraints
Dinas Powys sits on a key commuter corridor between the Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff, with a significant proportion of residents traveling toward the city for employment.
The road network through the village already functions as a constrained bottleneck, particularly along the Cardiff Road corridor where traffic regularly queues during peak commuting periods.
The Murch Road crossroads acts as a known constraint within the local highway network and frequently contributes to congestion during busy periods. Traffic already backs up along surrounding routes, and additional development traffic would inevitably worsen these conditions.
A development of approximately 250 dwellings would generate a substantial number of additional daily vehicle movements. Given the existing limitations of the local road network, it is unclear how this increase could be accommodated without further congestion and longer journey times.
While the site lies relatively close to Eastbrook Railway Station, proximity to a railway station alone does not ensure a meaningful reduction in car use. Many journeys undertaken by residents—including school transport, shopping and local travel—remain heavily dependent on private vehicles.
Without significant improvements to the surrounding highway network, allocating a development of this scale risks placing further strain on an already constrained commuter corridor.

Impact on Village Character and Settlement Setting
The site lies on the northern edge of the village and currently forms part of the open countryside that contributes to its rural setting. Development at this scale risks eroding the existing settlement boundary and contributes to the gradually urbanising of the landscape between Dinas Powys and it’s neighbouring areas such as Cardiff and Penarth.
Protecting the character and setting of existing settlements should remain an important consideration when allocating land for housing within the Local Development Plan.

Conclusion
I fully recognise the need to deliver new housing across the Vale of Glamorgan. However, housing growth must be directed toward locations where infrastructure, drainage capacity and the highway network are capable of accommodating additional demand without creating significant adverse impacts.
Given the combined constraints relating to transport infrastructure, drainage capacity and pressure on local services, allocating this site for a development of approximately 250 homes appears disproportionate to the capacity of the village.
For the reasons outlined above, I believe that Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys represents an unsuitable location for development of this scale.
I respectfully request that Vale of Glamorgan Council reconsider the allocation of this site within the Replacement Local Development Plan.

Cardiff road is already a traffic bottleneck. Traffic regularly queues from the Merrie Harrier junction all the way through Dinas Powys to Bryn y don park. More traffic plus extra junctions will only make the situation worse due to lack of road infrastructure. And more pollution - No thank you !!

For these houses to happen we need additional GP, schools and a link road around Dinas Powys to bring pollution down to safe levels. We also need to not lose village identity.

There is too much traffic and not enough infrastructure in Dinas powys to support it. There is not enough school places, GP, dentists, road space. The pollution levels on the front road must be close to or above the assembly recommended limit and adding at least another 500 cars will damage the health of locals including children attending primary school. This will also affect the village environment of Dinas Powys which people value and Dinas will lose it's identity.

I wish to object to the proposed housing development in Dinas Powys due to its impact on local amenities and traffic. Local services such as doctors, schools, and community facilities are already under pressure and lack the capacity to support significant additional demand. The proposal does not clearly demonstrate how this strain would be mitigated. Traffic congestion is already problematic, particularly at peak times, and the development would increase traffic on roads that are not designed for higher volumes. This raises concerns about safety, pollution, and overall quality of life. For these reasons, I believe the development is unsustainable. ref:HG/KST

HG1 KS2 - Land to the north of Dinas Powys - 250 homes
1. The proposed site would be an intrusion into the green belt and "creep" could lead to the merging of Dinas Powys with Llandough resulting in the LOSS OF THE VILLAGE IDENTITY;
2. Active Travel - Pedestrian access to Eastbrook Railway Station will result in an increased use of the pedestrian traffic lights, meaning additional traffic hold-ups/jams and additional pollution. There are insufficient car parking spaces at the station and this fact has not been addressed;
3. Proposed 250 homes - Having regard to the fact that many occupiers will have more than one car, the development could result in 300 - 400 additional cars on site which in turn could lead to circa. 500 vehicle movements to and from the site on working days (from this site alone). Traffic flow from Barry through Dinas Powys along Cardiff Road is already considerable with traffic jams during rush hours (as well as other times of the day) - With the proposed development sites at KS1, KS3, KS4 and KS5 for 2028 homes, it is reasonable to assume that a proportion of travelers will access Cardiff through Dinas Powys along Cardiff Road. The only traffic proposal regarding KS2 is to provide traffic controlled access to and from the site which will only result in longer queues along Cardiff Road causing unwelcome delays and increased pollution for home owners/occupiers along the road. The Council needs to provide for the Dinas Powys by-pass, which is long overdue, prior to allowing further residential development in the Village. The by-pass protected line was in place before I moved to Dinas Powys in 1977!
4. FLOODING RISK & SEWERAGE ARRANGEMENTS - The flood risk from the Cadoxton River and East Brook has been an issue for many years and there are no adequate proposals in the Plan, and HG1 KS2 in particular, to address this issue. KS2 would result is an increased flow of surface water off the site and eventually into East Brook and eventually Cadoxton River leading to an increase in the flood risk. Extreme rainfall events are forecast to become more frequent as a result of climate change which will undoubtably result in further flood risk. Natural Resources Wales's Dinas Powys Flood Risk Management Scheme (Five Case Model : Outline Business Case) based on 2017 information starts by saying "We have no flood management assets in Dinas Powys at present". I am aware that the Council obtained a grant from the Welsh Government to address limited flooding related work (including removal of the old Cadoxton River bridge by Southra Park). NRW's document refers to protected species found on KS2 site, this issue has not been addressed. It also identifies that creation of a series of dams along East Brook would hold back surface water, although dams "alone won't be enough to effectively manage flood risk to Dinas Powys as a community". Such a series of dams would not be appropriate in any event on such a development site. It also refers to an additional culvert, but concludes that it would not be financially viable. A comprehensive programme of works should be undertaken before any further sites are considered for development in Dinas Powys and Estbrook. The Welsh Government's policy has been to impose a restriction against developments on site at a risk of flooding. What about foul drainage arrangements? Does the existing sewerage system have adequate capacity for an additional 250 homes?
5. SUPPORT SERVICES - The provision of support services such as schools, doctors and dentists has not been addressed to a satisfactory level

Yet more homes in Dinas Powys!
The village is very busy now at peak times with traffic from Barry as well as Dinas Powys! Peak times between 8am - 9.30am and 4pm - 6pm is absolutely crazy!
To build more properties increases; people, cars, deliveries, children going to school, pressure on transport; buses and trains, doctors appointments, dentists, schools, sewers, roads, traffic.
I cannot believe yet more houses ie 250 are being considered in the area which is already at breaking point - my understanding is that the Dinas area was at maximum capacity some 5 years ago so why is this even being considered - has everyone in planning gone completely mad?
I object to the idea 100%.

I would like to strongly object the plans to develop on this site. Although I am sympathetic of the need for additional housing, I feel that this site at this time is totally unsuitable for a number of reasons. I think most reasonable people would agree if they spent time at the site and surrounding areas they too could identify issues which will make this development unsuitable and will negatively impact existing residents of the Vale of Glamorgan.

Flood risk - I walk in these fields regularly and between October and April each year, these fields and surrounding gullies hold an incredible amount of water - both through gullies between fields (which are rivers over the winter) and standing water. Once houses and roads are built (both totally waterproof) then this will cause extensive run off into drainage systems which are already unfit for purpose. Areas of Dinas Powys are prone to flooding and this excess water will only exasperate the issue. I fear that the houses currently situated along Cardiff road at the bottom end of the proposed site will be flooded as the existing infrastructure will not be able to move water away fast enough. I know that measures have been put in place to tackle this, but if you spent time in the area, saw how much standing water is in place, saw how many trees are in place (which were included in the council's flood defense plans?) then you'd quickly realise that this won't be a sustainable solution. Wasn't the environmental report carried out by the building company hoping to purchase the land - is this even legal?

Traffic - I ask anyone on the planning committee to try and travel through Dinas Powys on Cardiff Road at rush hour and state that the road is able to take an additional 300-400 cars. I've lived in the area for nearly 20 years and have seen the volume of traffic increase significantly over this period. It's no longer limited to rush hour congestion, but avoiding queues is now an exception, not the norm. The additional traffic this development will generate will have massive consequences on the movement of traffic coming in and out of the area. Neighbouring roads such as Pennyturnpike Rd will also be impacted by people trying to avoid the congestion on Cardiff Road. The development is trying to promote clean travel, but this seems to be a smokescreen. Unless residents are forced to take public transport, then they will revert to their cars just like the rest of the population does. Parents won't want to walk their children to school in the rain on such narrow pavements surrounded by frustrated and impatient drivers. They'll jump in their car and turn and hour's job into something that takes much less time and effort. That seems completely obvious. Also don't forget the footbridge over Eastbrook station, which will add another 25 minute walk on anyone using the other side of the station who may have a bike, a buggy or mobility issues. The infrastructure just isn't there...

Local Services - have you tried arranging a doctors appointment at Dinas Powys surgery? Trying phoning during the small window where appointments are allocated and see how many attempts it can take before you can access the system, then time how long it takes before you get to speak to someone. Then hope that all of the appointments have not been taken. This can be incredibly distressing for people. The population is getting older and more people are being shoehorned into this little community, then shouldn't extra provision be put in place?

Shouldn't it be the responsibility of the local council to ensure that it's current residents are well serviced before it even starts thinking about additional developments? Shouldn't councils carry out independent reviews on areas of potential development to identify issues and insist that housing developers are responsible to mitigate against them in advance - make the roads and pavements better, build more schools, invest in village wide drainage infrastructure etc etc... Once those houses are up and they have the money, they'll be gone and us residents will be left with the consequences.

I wish to formally object to the allocation of Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys within the Replacement Local Development Plan.
In my view, the site is unsuitable for development due to concerns relating to flood risk and drainage capacity, pressure on local infrastructure, constraints within the highway network, and the impact on the rural character and setting of the village.
Key Concerns
Flood risk and drainage capacity.
Pressure on schools and healthcare services.
Highway congestion along the Vale–Cardiff commuter corridor.
Loss of countryside forming mental and physical health recreation and noise polution.

Having lived in the area since 1980 I have seen the village expand to a virtual suburb of Penarth and this development will almost join DP to Llandough hospital. This ignores the greenbelt between the 2 villages and the natural habitats of widlife. Traffic congestion has increased to such a level there is standing traffic along the main arterial routes through the village from 7am until 7pm making it impossible to plan ahead for meetings. Additional traffic and junctions between DP and Llandough will make travel unbearable, particularly as we need a car to attend to family needs.

Having been flooded in 2020 I dread the thought of how the risk of worse flooding to be exacerbated by 250 houses on top of the Eastbrook. If you walk the intended site now it is like a swamp, but at least that excess water is being held up in those fields!

Trying to see a doctor at the moment is extremely difficult and will be nigh on impossible with anothe 500++ people fighting for an appointment. The village schools are at full capacity and finding it difficult cope with its current intake.

I am writing to formally object to the proposed development of 250 new homes in Dinas Powys. While I understand the need for housing, this particular proposal is wholly unsuitable for a village of this size and will have significant negative consequences for existing residents, local infrastructure, and the environment.
1. Pressure on Local Services
Dinas Powys already struggles with limited service provision. GP surgeries have long waiting lists, and local schools are at or near capacity. Adding hundreds of new residents—potentially 250+ children—will place unsustainable pressure on services that are already overstretched. There is no clear plan for how these essential services will be expanded to meet increased demand.
2. Traffic and Road Safety
Traffic congestion in and around Dinas Powys is already severe, particularly during peak times for those commuting into Cardiff. The roads are frequently congested, and not designed to absorb the volume of vehicles that an additional 250 homes would generate. Assuming even a conservative estimate of two cars per household, this development could introduce 500 additional vehicles to an already overburdened road network. This will worsen journey times, increase pollution, and raise safety concerns for pedestrians and cyclists.
3. Environmental and Flooding Risks
The environmental impact of this development is deeply concerning. The proposed site will significantly increase surface water runoff, with nowhere appropriate for this water to drain. Dinas Powys has already experienced flooding in recent years, and further development on this scale will heighten that risk. Replacing green space with hard surfaces will exacerbate water management issues and undermine the natural landscape that characterises the village.
4. Loss of Village Character
Dinas Powys is valued for its village identity, community feel, and scale. A development of this magnitude would fundamentally alter the character of the area, turning a small village into an overdeveloped suburb. The proposal does not respect the unique qualities that make Dinas Powys a desirable and distinctive place to live.
For these reasons—insufficient service provision, increased traffic and road strain, environmental risks, and the erosion of the village’s character—I strongly urge the Council to reject this proposal. Sustainable development must be proportionate, carefully planned, and respectful of existing communities. This proposal fails to meet those standards.
Thank you for considering my objection. I would appreciate confirmation that this letter has been received and recorded as part of the consultation process.

All the building within Dinas , no consideration is given to the residents as to the changes which we have to tend with ,traffic caused by these changes , the road are gridlocked plus all the congestion as a result plus all the other add on,s which follow, they should not be using all the available plots within the village, also surrounding areas to be considered.

all the building within Dinas , no consideration is given to the residents as to the changes which we have to tend with ,traffic caused by these changes , the road are gridlocked plus all the congestion as a result plus all the other add on,s which follow, they should not be using all the available plots within the village, also surrounding areas to be considered.

HG1 KS2 - Objection to the proposed housing development at Eastbrook, Dinas Powys
• Infrastructure already under strain: There has been no meaningful investment in expanding or upgrading Dinas Powys’ infrastructure to support additional housing. Roads, drainage, utilities, and public services are already operating at or near capacity. Approving further development without first addressing these deficiencies is irresponsible planning.
• Severe existing traffic congestion: The main routes through Dinas Powys already experience regular gridlock during peak commuting hours. Adding hundreds of additional vehicles from a new housing development will significantly worsen congestion, increasing journey times, commuter frustration, and safety risks.
• Flood risk in an already flood-prone area: Dinas Powys experiences flooding multiple times each year. Replacing permeable green space with hard surfaces will increase surface water runoff and place even greater pressure on drainage systems that are already struggling, making future flooding more frequent and more severe.
• Traffic impact near a local hospital: The proposed development would generate substantial additional traffic in an area already serving a local hospital. Increased congestion around healthcare facilities risks delaying patients, visitors, and emergency services.
• Lack of active travel infrastructure: There are currently inadequate safe walking and cycling routes linking residential areas to the nearest train station. Approving a large housing development without first delivering proper active travel pathways will force more residents to rely on cars, worsening congestion and emissions.
• Loss of valuable green space: The development would permanently remove a significant area of natural green space. This space currently provides ecological value, supports biodiversity, and offers an important recreational and visual asset for the community.
• Environmental and air quality impacts: Eliminating green space while adding housing density and vehicle traffic will increase local pollution levels. Trees and open land currently help absorb pollutants and carbon; their removal will degrade local air quality.
• Neglected and deteriorating road conditions: Many of the existing roads in and around Dinas Powys are already in poor condition due to long-term underfunding and lack of maintenance. Increasing heavy traffic without first repairing and upgrading these roads will accelerate their deterioration.
• Public services already at capacity: Local GP surgeries and schools are already operating at or beyond their capacity. Without guaranteed expansion of these essential services, a large housing development would place further unsustainable pressure on healthcare and education provision.
• Development before planning for community needs: Housing growth must be matched with investment in infrastructure, services, and environmental protection. Approving development without these safeguards places the burden on existing residents and undermines the sustainability of the community.

My first concern is currently there is insufficient infrastructure to support the level of development proposed. The surrounding area is already too congested, and existing roads regularly struggle to cope with the amount of traffic. Building a large number of additional homes will inevitably increase vehicle and place further strain on roads that are already operating beyond reasonable capacity. In addition, local public services are already under considerable pressure. Schools in the area are at capacity and local GP surgeries are struggling to accommodate the current population. The surrounding area has not really changed in the last 30 years. Dinas Powys bypass was first proposed around 1977 and the route safeguarded. It was on the councils development plan 1996-2011. We are still waiting. While we are continuing to have new development forced on us in the Vale of Glamorgan. Average family fomes have changed, possibly having 3 or more cars per household. The reads are in a terrible state full of potholes because of the traffic and heavier vehicles etc. Without substantial investment in supporting infrastructure the proposed development would have a detrimental impact on the quality of life, existing residents and the wider community.

HG1 KS2
Major risk of flooding as Eastbrook runs to the rear of my property from adjacent fields.
Loss of wildlife and fauna - bats,owls, weasels, rabbits, goldfinches, woodpeckers, birds of prey. Oak trees and thistles.
Eastbrook railway station does not have all-inclusive access for wheelchairs/buggies/impaired mobility
NHS services and schools already over-stretched/over-subscribed.
Cardiff Road traffic crawling
Boundary dispute XX Wayside Cottages CF64 4LH adjacent to proposed site. Full planning permission in 2007 for a side extension 2007/XXXXX/FUL. Historic google images show more land at my property than currently fenced off and pre-existing fence posts remain.

Objection to HG1KS2
Increased congestion- 250 homes will bring 300-500 extra cars.
Increased flooding - water run off from eastbrook site will enter the cadoxton river which has burst and flooded homes in dinas powys many times.
doctors and schools already at capacity- all local doctors are at capacity. local primary schools are full and over subscribed.
Loss of wildlife - development will destroy vast habitats for wildlife.
Active travel- limited access to Eastbrook train station and inadequate.
NHS services- emergency responders affected by the additional demand and congestion brought on by the development.
Reduced greenbelt boundaries are meant to be protected, not adjusted to fit an agenda.
Losing village identity- Dinas Powys population is constantly growing and will lose village identity

HG1 KS2
Major risk of flooding as Eastbrook runs to the rear of my property from adjacent fields.
Loss of wildlife and fauna - bats,owls, weasels, rabbits, goldfinches, woodpeckers, birds of prey. Oak trees and thistles.
Eastbrook railway station does not have all-inclusive access for wheelchairs/buggies/impaired mobility
NHS services and schools already over-stretched/over-subscribed.
Cardiff Road traffic crawling
Boundary dispute 12 Wayside Cottages CF64 4LH adjacent to proposed site. Full planning permission in 2007 for a side extension 2007/01696/FUL. Historic google images show more land at my property than currently fenced off and pre-existing fence posts remain.

Objection to Site Allocation HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys
I wish to formally object to the allocation of Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys within the Replacement Local Development Plan.
In my view, the site is unsuitable for development due to concerns relating to flood risk and drainage capacity, pressure on local infrastructure, constraints within the highway network, and the impact on the rural character and setting of the village.

Key Concerns
Flood risk and drainage capacity
Pressure on schools and healthcare services
Highway congestion along the Vale–Cardiff commuter corridor
Loss of countryside forming the setting of the village

Flood Risk and Drainage
The proposed development of approximately 250 dwellings would significantly increase the amount of impermeable surfaces within the area, including roofs, roads and driveways. While the proposal refers to the use of Sustainable Drainage Systems and water retention measures, there remains concern that such measures may not fully mitigate the additional surface water runoff created by development at this scale.
Existing drainage infrastructure within Dinas Powys already experiences pressure during periods of heavy rainfall. Any additional surface water discharge from the development will ultimately need to enter the wider drainage network before flowing toward the Cardiff Road corridor and downstream catchments.
Surface water within the village ultimately drains toward the Cadoxton River catchment, which has historically experienced flooding during periods of intense rainfall. Development of greenfield land inevitably alters natural drainage patterns and increases runoff volumes. Even where Sustainable Drainage Systems are installed, these systems generally release stored water gradually into the existing drainage network once capacity thresholds are reached.
Given increasing rainfall intensity associated with climate change, there is a risk that development of this site could place further pressure on the drainage network and potentially exacerbate downstream flood risk. Welsh planning policy, including Technical Advice Note 15 (TAN15), requires development to avoid increasing flood risk elsewhere and to demonstrate resilience to changing weather patterns.

Pressure on Local Infrastructure and Services
Local infrastructure within Dinas Powys is already under considerable pressure. Local schools have widely reported capacity constraints within their catchment areas, and the local medical centre serves a growing population with limited expansion potential.
A development of approximately 250 homes would inevitably lead to a substantial increase in population and demand for education, healthcare and other public services. Without clear and deliverable infrastructure improvements alongside the development, the allocation risks placing unsustainable pressure on existing services.
Welsh national policy within Planning Policy Wales emphasises that development should only proceed where the necessary supporting infrastructure can be provided.

Traffic and Highway Network Constraints
Dinas Powys sits on a key commuter corridor between the Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff, with a significant proportion of residents traveling toward the city for employment.
The road network through the village already functions as a constrained bottleneck, particularly along the Cardiff Road corridor where traffic regularly queues during peak commuting periods.
The Murch Road crossroads acts as a known constraint within the local highway network and frequently contributes to congestion during busy periods. Traffic already backs up along surrounding routes, and additional development traffic would inevitably worsen these conditions.
A development of approximately 250 dwellings would generate a substantial number of additional daily vehicle movements. Given the existing limitations of the local road network, it is unclear how this increase could be accommodated without further congestion and longer journey times.
While the site lies relatively close to Eastbrook Railway Station, proximity to a railway station alone does not ensure a meaningful reduction in car use. Many journeys undertaken by residents—including school transport, shopping and local travel—remain heavily dependent on private vehicles.
Without significant improvements to the surrounding highway network, allocating a development of this scale risks placing further strain on an already constrained commuter corridor.

Impact on Village Character and Settlement Setting
The site lies on the northern edge of the village and currently forms part of the open countryside that contributes to its rural setting. Development at this scale risks eroding the existing settlement boundary and contributes to the gradually urbanising of the landscape between Dinas Powys and it’s neighbouring areas such as Cardiff, Llandough and Penarth.
Protecting the character and setting of existing settlements should remain an important consideration when allocating land for housing within the Local Development Plan.

Conclusion
I fully recognise the need to deliver new housing across the Vale of Glamorgan. However, housing growth must be directed toward locations where infrastructure, drainage capacity and the highway network are capable of accommodating additional demand without creating significant adverse impacts.
Given the combined constraints relating to transport infrastructure, drainage capacity and pressure on local services, allocating this site for a development of approximately 250 homes appears disproportionate to the capacity of the village.
For the reasons outlined above, I believe that Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys represents an unsuitable location for development of this scale.
I respectfully request that Vale of Glamorgan Council reconsider the allocation of this site within the Replacement Local Development Plan.

This area of Dinas Powys is so congested that journeys are becoming un manageable, two surgeries have been closed and not replaced. Schools are oversubscribed and public transport is not fit for purpose. Unless infrastructure is significantly upgraded developments like this should be postponed. There is also the major concern of chronic habitat loss in the local area. Decline in wildlife is stark and vital habitat continues to be eroded, including a number of established trees in this area.

I request that the Vale of Glamorgan Council REMOVE the Eastbrook (North of Dinas Powys) site from the Replacement Local Development Plan (RLDP) because:
• It is a poorly connected, car dependent, unsustainable location.
• It would significantly increase traffic and congestion, with only one suitable access point.
• It presents high and unacceptable flood risk impacts on existing communities.
• It would cause major loss of Green Wedge land, harming landscape and ecological value.
• It would place unmanageable pressure on local infrastructure.

These are all material and policy relevant grounds fully supported by evidence submitted during the RLDP consultation

1. The Eastbrook Site is not a sustainable or logical location for growth
The Dinas Powys Community Council’s planning consultant confirms that the Eastbrook site is not a logical extension of the settlement. It is separate from Dinas Powys, it is poorly connected, and would be served by only a single vehicular access from Cardiff Road at the northernmost limits of the village - a significant distance form local services and amenities.

This means the allocation fails core LDP principles regarding:
• Compact, contiguous, sustainable settlement growth
• Accessibility to local services
• Minimising reliance on car travel

The RLDP proposes to allocate land that inherently cannot support sustainable transport patterns and would produce a heavily car dependent community.

2. Severe Traffic and Congestion Impacts
Traffic impacts are a major and well evidenced concern. The RLDP objections note that increased traffic and congestion would result from the Eastbrook allocation, especially given poor access, poor transport options, and reliance on car commuting to Cardiff.

Bus services between Dinas Powys and Cardiff are not regular. The proposed settlement is some distance from Eastbrook and Cogan stations. Safe cycle routes do not extend beyond the junction for Llandough Hill. All of this makes it more likely that residents of any new development would rely on cars. Dinas Powys already suffers major congestion, with residents highlighting severe pinch points and inadequate road capacity. These concerns previously related predominantly to peak times, but increasingly delays and congestion on this section of Cardiff Road are the norm for large portions of the day. The single vehicular access would feed into a road at a congested junction for traffic to and from Penarth and Llandough. This area is already a bottleneck.

Allocating a site with only one access point onto an already overburdened Cardiff Road directly contradicts RLDP transport and climate objectives.

3. Significant Flood Risk Affecting the Eastbrook Area
Published evidence shows that parts of the Eastbrook/Dinas Powys area lie within flood risk zones associated with the Cadoxton River, and that the community has experienced severe historic flooding, most recently in 2020 following the last significant housing developments, prompting government funded flood defences.

The RLDP must comply with national planning policies requiring:
• Avoidance of flood risk locations
• No increase in downstream flood impacts
• Protection of communities at existing risk

Allocating a large greenfield site that will replace permeable land with hard surfaces, increasing runoff and downstream flood risk, violates these principles.

4. Loss of Green Wedge, Landscape Integrity, and Ecological Value
The Eastbrook site forms part of a protected Green Wedge separating Dinas Powys, Penarth, and Llandough. Development here would cause significant loss of landscape and ecology value and would harm the Green Wedge’s function under the Vale of Glamorgan’s Policy MG18.

Green Wedges are intended to prevent settlement coalescence, protect landscape character, and maintain ecological continuity. Developing this area would directly conflict with those objectives.

5. Infrastructure Constraints: Schools, Medical Services, Transport, Drainage
Along with other residents, I have serious concerns about school capacity, medical provision, drainage, sewage infrastructure, and transport networks, all of which are already under strain.

The RLDP must ensure that allocated sites can be supported by existing or improved infrastructure. There is no evidence that the Eastbrook site meets this requirement, nor that mitigation is feasible or justified.

6. The RLDP Growth Strategy Does Not Justify an Unsuitable Site
While the Vale of Glamorgan must meet its housing targets, the RLDP is required to allocate appropriate and sustainable sites. Whilst this site could theoretically contribute to housing targets, the Council must still adhere to sustainability principles and avoid high risk or disconnected areas. The Eastbrook site fails on sustainability, accessibility, flood risk and landscape protection grounds—and therefore cannot be justified as part of the RLDP’s housing supply.

I am writing about the candidate site HG1 KS2, a development of 250 houses at Eastbrook, Dinas Powys.

Although I understand the need for new housing, I don't think this is the right place for the following reasons:

Traffic and pollution - 250 new homes will bring at least that many extra cars onto a road that is often at a standstill, adding yet more noise and pollution. Sometimes I can see the pollution from my garden, a pale brown haze along the length of the road. The extra set of lights will hold up the already slow moving traffic.

Although the development is well placed to use Eastbrook train station, not many people's places of work are conveniently near a station so unless they work in eg central Cardiff they will still use their cars, and will also do so for supermarket trips and quite possibly to the Tescos in the Murch. The bus service is not frequent enough and will also be held up in the extra traffic.
Dinas Powys Infants' school is within walking distant of the development, but it is an unpleasant walk, noisy and heavy with fumes. I suspect people will drive to the Junior school, adding to the bad congestion around Fairoaks (assuming school places will be available for the children).

Schools and GP surgeries - I can't comment on school places but I know that it is often difficult to get an appointment at the Dinas Powys surgery. When I inquired about a non-urgent appointment recently I was told that the two week list was full. This will only get worse with the influx of extra patients.

We are in a bio-diversity emergency in the uk, and the lost of any habitats should be taken extremely seriously. The Ecological Report states that habitats present on the site have ‘high suitability to support foraging and commuting bats’, ‘valuable habitat for nesting, foraging and commuting hazel dormice’,
‘valuable nesting and foraging resources for small passerine bird species’ and ‘good foraging and commuting habitat for reptiles’. The noise and disruption caused by the development could drive away many of the species present who are not likely to return even if mitigation measures are put in place.

Recent housing developments in Dinas Powys have caused the village to sprawl in several directions, and there is very little space now between the village and Cogan. This development will bring Dinas Powys very closed to Llandough. Many residents fear that the village will loose any sense of identity if it enlarges further, and will end up a small core of a village surrounded by housing estates.

Finally, what is needed is affordable flats/houses for first time buyers. Housing in Dinas Powys is relatively expensive, so the calculation that determines ‘affordable’ is still out of the reach of most young people who would like to stay in the village.

Whilst I understand the need for additional housing in the vale, you cannot just pick out a piece of green space and build on it against the wishes of the local community.
The Vale needs to reconsider these plans and look for alternative sites to build.

I think the pan to build up to 250 houses on this land is absolutely ridiculous! I lived in Dinas Powys for the majority of my life before moving to Penarth. I regularly travel through Dinas Powys and the traffic without the additional properties is gridlocked ALL DAY EVERY DAY. I am registered with the doctors surgery in the village and can never get an appointment as they are full to capacity. The schools are full.
There is no infrastructure to cope with the current number of properties, let alone another 250. THIS MUST NOT GO AHEAD

My Objection to the Housing Development North of Cardiff Road (Eastbrook) -
I wish to formally object to the allocation of Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys within the Replacement Local Development Plan.
In my view, the site is unsuitable for development due to concerns relating to flood risk and drainage capacity, pressure on local infrastructure, constraints within the highway network, and the impact on the rural character and setting of the village.
Key Concerns
Flood risk and drainage capacity
Pressure on schools and healthcare services
Highway congestion along the Vale–Cardiff commuter corridor
Loss of countryside forming the setting of the village
Flood Risk and Drainage
The proposed development of approximately 250 dwellings would significantly increase the amount of impermeable surfaces within the area, including roofs, roads and driveways. While the proposal refers to the use of Sustainable Drainage Systems and water retention measures, there remains concern that such measures may not fully mitigate the additional surface water runoff created by development at this scale.
Existing drainage infrastructure within Dinas Powys already experiences pressure during periods of heavy rainfall. Any additional surface water discharge from the development will ultimately need to enter the wider drainage network before flowing toward the Cardiff Road corridor and downstream catchments.
Surface water within the village ultimately drains toward the Cadoxton River catchment, which has historically experienced flooding during periods of intense rainfall. Development of greenfield land inevitably alters natural drainage patterns and increases runoff volumes. Even where Sustainable Drainage Systems are installed, these systems generally release stored water gradually into the existing drainage network once capacity thresholds are reached.
Given increasing rainfall intensity associated with climate change, there is a risk that development of this site could place further pressure on the drainage network and potentially exacerbate downstream flood risk. Welsh planning policy, including Technical Advice Note 15 (TAN15), requires development to avoid increasing flood risk elsewhere and to demonstrate resilience to changing weather patterns.
Pressure on Local Infrastructure and Services
Local infrastructure within Dinas Powys is already under considerable pressure. Local schools have widely reported capacity constraints within their catchment areas, and the local medical centre serves a growing population with limited expansion potential.
A development of approximately 250 homes would inevitably lead to a substantial increase in population and demand for education, healthcare and other public services. Without clear and deliverable infrastructure improvements alongside the development, the allocation risks placing unsustainable pressure on existing services.
Welsh national policy within Planning Policy Wales emphasises that development should only proceed where the necessary supporting infrastructure can be provided.
Traffic and Highway Network Constraints
Dinas Powys sits on a key commuter corridor between the Vale of Glamorgan and Cardiff, with a significant proportion of residents traveling toward the city for employment.
The road network through the village already functions as a constrained bottleneck, particularly along the Cardiff Road corridor where traffic regularly queues during peak commuting periods.
The Murch Road crossroads acts as a known constraint within the local highway network and frequently contributes to congestion during busy periods. Traffic already backs up along surrounding routes, and additional development traffic would inevitably worsen these conditions.
A development of approximately 250 dwellings would generate a substantial number of additional daily vehicle movements. Given the existing limitations of the local road network, it is unclear how this increase could be accommodated without further congestion and longer journey times.
While the site lies relatively close to Eastbrook Railway Station, proximity to a railway station alone does not ensure a meaningful reduction in car use. Many journeys undertaken by residents—including school transport, shopping and local travel—remain heavily dependent on private vehicles.
Without significant improvements to the surrounding highway network, allocating a development of this scale risks placing further strain on an already constrained commuter corridor.
Impact on Village Character and Settlement Setting
The site lies on the northern edge of the village and currently forms part of the open countryside that contributes to its rural setting. Development at this scale risks eroding the existing settlement boundary and contributes to the gradually urbanising of the landscape between Dinas Powys and it’s neighbouring areas such as Cardiff, Llandough and Penarth.
Protecting the character and setting of existing settlements should remain an important consideration when allocating land for housing within the Local Development Plan.
Conclusion
Icapacity and the highway network are capable of accommodating additional demand without creating significant adverse impacts.
Given the combined constraints relating to transport infrastructure, drainage capacity and pressure on local services, allocating this site for a development of approximately 250 homes appears disproportionate to the capacity of the village.
For the reasons outlined above, I believe that Site HG1 KS2 – Land North of Dinas Powys represents an unsuitable location for development of this scale.
I respectfully request that Vale of Glamorgan Council reconsider the allocation of this site within the Replacement Local Development Plan.

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Objecting and commenting on Site Planning reference HS1 KS2, The land North of Dinas Powys planned for an additional 250 homes.
I am Writing to object to the planned houses as a resident of Dinas Powys based on the negative impact the site is more than likely to have on multiple points as follows:
Impact on congestion- A4055 Cardiff road, This road already suffers for extensive congestion at peak traffic hours as well as at certain off peak times often with backlogs all through Dinas contributing to negative effects on local air quality, an introduction of 250 houses off of this road, right in the key area where the traffic forms will cause an increase in traffic upon completion as well as possible additional disruption during construction phases. The reports I have seen to address this merely comment on available bus services for access to Barry and Cardiff. If they were effective in solving and preventing congestion issues there would be less of a problem as of current. However adding additional residents onto the current issue will only serve to expand it. referencing current public transport only is a failure of the developers to address any issue or concern regarding possible increased congestion with the introduction of another 250 houses.
Impact on Local services - Dinas as a village is already at a capacity where there is a strain on Local schools and doctors. once again the reports fail to adequately address how these impacts would be reduced on the local community.
Erosion of Dinas Powys Identity. - I chose Dinas to live as a small village with personality that has good connections into Cardiff versus other locations in the area, As more Houses are built without any expansion on commercial sites or other community aimed areas it runs the risk of becoming a commuter suburb and the sort of built up area I sought to avoid when moving here. Wales has a reputation of being full of fabulous green areas even near the cities. Creating housing estates with some green features doesn't alleviate that. It Still just becomes urban expansion and will eventually change Dinas into an expanded suburb of Cardiff
Overall I don't think any response I have seen so far adequately addresses mine or other residents concerns on the impact of the development sufficiently in anyway that could garner my support of the project.

I have objections to the development of site HG1 KS2.
When deciding whether or not I was for or against the project, I've estimated its impact and evaluated that against the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act 2015. I've done this because a project which would negatively impact the aims and objectives of this, would be a project in direct opposition to the core mission of the civil service in Wales. I will be outlining my objection in reference to each of the 7 principles detailed within the act.
A Prosperous Wales
By developing on the open green space this project goes against the low carbon society outlined in this principle by removing vital plants which absorb Carbon Dioxide produced by modern society. The impact against a skilled and well-educated population would also be negative, as there are no new schools being built to accommodate the increase in population. This will in turn increase classroom size in the lcoal schools which studies have shown has a negative influence on the quality of children's education.
A Resilient Wales
This project neither enhances nor maintains a biodiverse natural environment as it actively destroys the natural environment in the process of the development. By removing the natural features in the landscape, the local area - which is already prone to flooding - will lose more of its natural flood defences making the village's capacity to adapt to climate change worse as a result.
A Healthier Wales
Green spaces have long since been documented to have a positive influence on people's physical and mental health. The fields in question are used regularly by individuals and families to get out into nature and improve their health. Not only that, but with no additional GP surgeries being built, then when people need to improve their health, the load on the local surgery - which is already above capacity havig taken on residents from 3 surgeries which were closed in Penarth - will increase leading to longer waiting times, and poorer health as a result.
A More Equal Wales
The development is poorly placed to provide equal opportunities for those intending to move into the area, this is entirely down to its location on the point furthest away from the village proper whilst still within the area of Dinas Powys. This makes it hardest for those with disadvantages (i.e., physical disabilities) to be involved in the local community which will highlight and perpetuate these inequalities.
A Wales of Cohesive Communities
The point made in "A More Equal Wales" also directly impacts this principle. By ostracising the development to the outskirts of the village, the community will not be cohesive. It is also worth considering the real world impact of this highly objected plan in that people who move in there, through no fault of their own, may be ostracised by the community because the development is being so vehemently objected.
A Globally Responsible Wales
A development which brings more people into the community whilst providing no new workplaces, schools, or health centres whilst also actively removing green spaces and natural habitats cannot be said to be globally responsible. The impact on climate change would be the most applicable global contribution, and even if the building materials and process were all net zero the development is still destroying green spaces which means that it would not be net zero in total. Following completion of the project the impact on the local roads will produce more traffic, and so more pollution in the area with regards to Carbon Dioxide in the atmosphere, light pollution and noise.
As a fluent Welsh speaker who actively encourages others to use the language where possible, it dissapoints me to think about the impact this development has on the Welsh language in the area.
Due to the location of the development, there is little option for Welsh medium education as there are no Welsh medium schools in the village. This would mean that people moving into the area with the intention of starting a family, or those who will be moving in as family units who will be changing the schools of their children will be more likely to engage in English medium education.
There is Pen y Garth nearby, but to access the school the families would need to drive as there is no public footpath along that road to travel safely to school. In your propsoal it has been stated that there is no expectation for traffic levels to increase as the new residents will all choose public transport with the station nearby. If that is correct, then I see no world where this new community would choose to engage in the Welsh medium facilities available to them.
This, of course, will oppose the principle of "A Wales of Vibrant Culture and Thriving Welsh Language" within the Wellbeing of Future Generations Act 2015.

Q1: HG1 KS2 Cardiff Road is already severely congested, particularly when people are going to and from work and taking children to school. These extra houses can only add to this causing more delays. This will be a particular problem for emergency vehicles, patients requiring emergency admission to hospital will be delayed with the risk of serious consequences caused by this building plan. There are already an unacceptable delays for GP appointments 250 more households can only make this worse. Schools are already full. There will be no shops within easy walking distance for elderly or disabled people. Is the existing gas, water, sewerage and electricity infra-structure adequate for these houses?

Q2: Many people in and around Dinas Powys speak Welsh. This is our language and as young people now learn this in school it will, hopefully, never be lost. It is important to our children future that they grow up to be proud of their Welsh language and culture. We are Welsh, but British and we should be proud of this and preserve all aspects of our culture for future generations and not lose it for ever. Also, we are a truly village community and this should not be discarded as it has been in many parts of the United Kingdom - lose the sense of belonging as in large towns and you lose your culture. We want to preserve our village and our Welsh culture.

HG1 KS2
ROADS Cardiff Road is already inadequate for the existing volume of traffic, there are frequent delays. This building project can only make it worse. The increased congestion will make it impossible for emergency vehicles to travel efficiently. The state of repair of Dinas Powys roads is currently appalling extra traffic will cause further deterioration.
GP PRACTICE. There are delays now when making a GP appointment, all these extra residents will make it worse. Is there a plan for extra GP's or another GP practice?
SCHOOLS Where is the school that all the 100 or more children living in these 250 new houses will attend? The existing schools are full. Cramming more children into each class will be to everyone's detriment.
SHOPS There are no shops within easy walking distance, especially for elderly or disabled people.
CONSTRUCTION will the quality of building for the proposed houses be of an appropriate standard? There are several developments in the Cardiff and Penarth area where the building quality, by some contractors, has been so poor that residents have had to move to temporary accommodation for essential repairs to be undertaken.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT There will be an increased demand for public transport. Will a lift be installed on Eastbrook Station so that passengers who cannot manage stairs can travel easily to and from these houses?

There is no provision for the traffic issues which already heavily congested on Sully Road, Cardiff Rd and Redlands Rd. No provision for doctors surgery as still awaiting the long promised Cogan hub at the Leisure Centre. No additional school places. Basically totally unworkable

house equate to 2.5 cars roads around cannot cope

traffic
loss of wildlife and habitat
pollution
no added facilities it took me 161 times to access doctors