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.

St Athan Community Council requests that the proposed development at Clive Road Field be reconsidered. The Council believes the site should remain as it is and continue to be used as a recreational space for the community. Retaining the field for public use would protect one of the last accessible green spaces in this part of the village and would help reduce additional pressure on local infrastructure and services.

If development is to proceed, the scale of the proposal should be reduced so that a significant portion of the site can remain available for public and recreational use. In addition, consideration should be given to providing a local supermarket or retail facility nearby, as there are currently no shops or services at this end of the village to support an increased population.

St Athan Community Council objects to the proposed development at Clive Road Field. While recognising the need for additional housing, the Council has significant concerns regarding the loss of one of the last accessible green spaces in this part of the village, currently used by residents for recreation and community wellbeing. The proposal would place additional pressure on existing infrastructure, including schools, healthcare services, transport networks, and sewage capacity. This end of the village also lacks local shops or services, increasing reliance on private vehicles. The site’s proximity to the active runway at MOD St Athan also raises suitability concerns. In reiteration, the St Athan community formally objects to the development as proposed.

Fully consider concerns if proceeding with the development.

We are writing to formally object to the proposed development at Church Farm, St Athan. While we recognise the need for additional housing, including social housing, we believe the current proposal raises significant concerns regarding traffic, infrastructure capacity, the scale of development, and the impact on the character of the village and local environment.

Traffic and Highway Safety
The proposed access point to the development is considered by many residents to be poorly located and unsuitable for the anticipated increase in traffic. The entrance to the village from the main road already presents difficulties, and additional vehicle movements generated by a development of this scale could significantly worsen congestion and raise safety concerns for both motorists and pedestrians.
The proposed location of the supermarket is also a major concern. If positioned in a way that encourages vehicles to travel through the village to access the store, this will inevitably increase traffic levels within residential streets.
Ideally, any supermarket or retail provision should be located within the development where it can be accessed directly from the main road. This would help reduce unnecessary traffic travelling through the village and minimise congestion on local roads.
Another suggestion would be to replace the proposal for a single large supermarket with a row of smaller retail units. Smaller shops would be more in keeping with the scale and character of the village and would likely generate less destination traffic while still providing local amenities.
Parking within St Athan is already a concern, particularly around the school and village centre. The proposal does not appear to sufficiently address the additional parking demand that will result from both the housing development and the retail element.

Infrastructure Capacity
We are concerned that the existing infrastructure in St Athan is insufficient to support a development of this size.
Key concerns include:
• Limited public transport services
• Pressure on local medical facilities
• Capacity within schools
• The ability of emergency services to respond effectively with a larger population
It is our understanding that local doctors and schools have not been adequately consulted regarding the impact of the development. While it has been suggested that the primary school may be replaced, there appears to be no clear provision for additional education capacity specifically linked to this development.
Infrastructure improvements should be clearly planned and implemented before development of this scale proceeds.

Scale of Development
This proposal represents the largest housing development undertaken in the area to date. Such a substantial increase in housing could dramatically alter the size and character of St Athan, which is traditionally a rural village community.
We are also concerned about the cumulative impact of smaller developments being inserted between established residential areas, which collectively place increasing pressure on local services and infrastructure.

Community Facilities
With the increase in housing proposed, additional community and recreational facilities will be needed. Currently, many residents rely on larger nearby towns for these amenities. The proposal does not appear to adequately provide the additional facilities that would be necessary to support the increased population.

Flooding and Environmental Impact
Flooding risks associated with the development site have not been fully addressed and should be carefully assessed before any planning decision is made.
In addition, the area supports local wildlife, including rare bird species, and appropriate ecological assessments and protections must be demonstrated.

Fair Allocation and Local Need
While we recognise that housing is required across the Vale of Glamorgan, development should be proportionate and supported by appropriate infrastructure. There are concerns within the community that the scale of development proposed for St Athan may not fairly reflect local need when compared with other areas within the Vale.

Conclusion
For the reasons outlined above, we urge the Vale of Glamorgan Council to reconsider this proposal. Any development at Church Farm should only proceed if infrastructure, traffic management, community facilities, and environmental protections are adequately addressed in advance.
We respectfully request that these concerns are fully considered as part of the planning consultation process.
In reiteration, the St Athan Community Council formally objects to the proposed development at Church Farm, St Athan, as the proposals currently stand.

Fully consider concerns as part of the process.

St Athan Community Council objects to the proposed development at Clive Road Field.
The Council acknowledges the need for additional housing within the Vale of Glamorgan. However, the proposal raises significant concerns regarding the loss of valued green space, the suitability of the site for residential development, and the ability of existing infrastructure and services to accommodate further growth.

Loss of Green Space and Local Amenity
The proposed development would result in the loss of one of the last remaining areas of accessible green space within this part of the village. The field is used informally by residents for recreation, including children’s play and dog walking, and contributes positively to the character and wellbeing of the local community. The loss of this space would be detrimental to local amenity and would undermine the protection and enhancement of the green infrastructure network.

Infrastructure and Services
The Community Council has significant concerns regarding the capacity of existing infrastructure to support additional development. Local residents have highlighted pressures on schools, healthcare services, transport networks, and essential utilities. In particular, there are concerns that the existing sewage network may not have sufficient capacity to accommodate the increased demand generated by the proposed development.
In the absence of clear and robust evidence demonstrating that the necessary infrastructure improvements can be delivered, the proposal risks placing additional strain on already limited services.

Traffic and Transportation
The development would likely result in a material increase in traffic on the local highway network. Local roads within St Athan already experience congestion, and public transport services in the area are limited. Without appropriate mitigation measures and improvements to sustainable transport options, the proposal could have an adverse impact on highway safety and the efficient operation of the local transport network.

Access to Services
This end of the village currently has no local shops or nearby services. Future residents would therefore be required to travel elsewhere within the village or to neighbouring settlements to access everyday amenities. As a result, the development would be likely to increase reliance on private vehicles, contrary to the principles of sustainable development.

Proximity to MOD St Athan Airfield
The site lies in close proximity to the active runway at MOD St Athan. The suitability of the site for residential development in such close proximity to operational aviation infrastructure raises concerns regarding potential noise impacts and compatibility with ongoing airfield operations. These factors should be carefully assessed when considering the appropriateness of residential development in this location.

Planning Policy Conflict
For the reasons outlined above, the Community Council considers that the proposal is contrary to key policies within the Vale of Glamorgan Local Development Plan, including:
• Policy SP1 – Delivering the Strategy, which seeks to ensure development takes place in sustainable locations supported by appropriate infrastructure.
• Policy SP7 – Transportation, which requires development to minimise adverse impacts on the highway network and promote sustainable transport.
• Policy SP18 – Green Infrastructure, which aims to protect and enhance the Vale’s network of green spaces.
• Policy MD2 – Design of New Development, which requires development to respect local character, protect amenity, and provide appropriate access to services and facilities.

Conclusion
In summary, the proposed development would result in the loss of valued green space, place additional pressure on local infrastructure and services, increase reliance on private vehicles due to limited access to local facilities, and raises concerns due to its proximity to an active runway.
We respectfully request that these concerns are fully considered as part of the planning consultation process.
In reiteration, the St Athan Community Council formally objects to the proposed development at Clive Road, St Athan, as the proposals currently stand.

We urge the Vale of Glamorgan Council to reconsider this proposal. Any development at Church Farm should only proceed if infrastructure, traffic management, community facilities, and environmental protections are adequately addressed in advance.

Planning Objection – Church Farm Development, St Athan
To whom it may concern,
We are writing to formally object to the proposed development at Church Farm, St Athan. While we recognise the need for additional housing, including social housing, we believe the current proposal raises significant concerns regarding traffic, infrastructure capacity, the scale of development, and the impact on the character of the village and local environment.
Traffic and Highway Safety
The proposed access point to the development is considered by many residents to be poorly located and unsuitable for the anticipated increase in traffic. The entrance to the village from the main road already presents difficulties, and additional vehicle movements generated by a development of this scale could significantly worsen congestion and raise safety concerns for both motorists and pedestrians.
The proposed location of the supermarket is also a major concern. If positioned in a way that encourages vehicles to travel through the village to access the store, this will inevitably increase traffic levels within residential streets.
Ideally, any supermarket or retail provision should be located within the development where it can be accessed directly from the main road. This would help reduce unnecessary traffic travelling through the village and minimise congestion on local roads.
Another suggestion would be to replace the proposal for a single large supermarket with a row of smaller retail units. Smaller shops would be more in keeping with the scale and character of the village and would likely generate less destination traffic while still providing local amenities.
Parking within St Athan is already a concern, particularly around the school and village centre. The proposal does not appear to sufficiently address the additional parking demand that will result from both the housing development and the retail element.
Infrastructure Capacity
We are concerned that the existing infrastructure in St Athan is insufficient to support a development of this size.
Key concerns include:
• Limited public transport services
• Pressure on local medical facilities
• Capacity within schools
• The ability of emergency services to respond effectively with a larger population
It is our understanding that local doctors and schools have not been adequately consulted regarding the impact of the development. While it has been suggested that the primary school may be replaced, there appears to be no clear provision for additional education capacity specifically linked to this development.
Infrastructure improvements should be clearly planned and implemented before development of this scale proceeds.
Scale of Development
This proposal represents the largest housing development undertaken in the area to date. Such a substantial increase in housing could dramatically alter the size and character of St Athan, which is traditionally a rural village community.
We are also concerned about the cumulative impact of smaller developments being inserted between established residential areas, which collectively place increasing pressure on local services and infrastructure.
Community Facilities
With the increase in housing proposed, additional community and recreational facilities will be needed. Currently, many residents rely on larger nearby towns for these amenities. The proposal does not appear to adequately provide the additional facilities that would be necessary to support the increased population.
Flooding and Environmental Impact
Flooding risks associated with the development site have not been fully addressed and should be carefully assessed before any planning decision is made.
In addition, the area supports local wildlife, including rare bird species, and appropriate ecological assessments and protections must be demonstrated.
Fair Allocation and Local Need
While we recognise that housing is required across the Vale of Glamorgan, development should be proportionate and supported by appropriate infrastructure. There are concerns within the community that the scale of development proposed for St Athan may not fairly reflect local need when compared with other areas within the Vale.
Conclusion
For the reasons outlined above, we urge the Vale of Glamorgan Council to reconsider this proposal. Any development at Church Farm should only proceed if infrastructure, traffic management, community facilities, and environmental protections are adequately addressed in advance.
We respectfully request that these concerns are fully considered as part of the planning consultation process.

St Athan Community Council objects to the proposed development at Clive Road Field.
The Council acknowledges the need for additional housing within the Vale of Glamorgan. However, the proposal raises significant concerns regarding the loss of valued green space, the suitability of the site for residential development, and the ability of existing infrastructure and services to accommodate further growth.
Loss of Green Space and Local Amenity
The proposed development would result in the loss of one of the last remaining areas of accessible green space within this part of the village. The field is used informally by residents for recreation, including children’s play and dog walking, and contributes positively to the character and wellbeing of the local community. The loss of this space would be detrimental to local amenity and would undermine the protection and enhancement of the green infrastructure network.
Infrastructure and Services
The Community Council has significant concerns regarding the capacity of existing infrastructure to support additional development. Local residents have highlighted pressures on schools, healthcare services, transport networks, and essential utilities. In particular, there are concerns that the existing sewage network may not have sufficient capacity to accommodate the increased demand generated by the proposed development.
In the absence of clear and robust evidence demonstrating that the necessary infrastructure improvements can be delivered, the proposal risks placing additional strain on already limited services.
Traffic and Transportation
The development would likely result in a material increase in traffic on the local highway network. Local roads within St Athan already experience congestion, and public transport services in the area are limited. Without appropriate mitigation measures and improvements to sustainable transport options, the proposal could have an adverse impact on highway safety and the efficient operation of the local transport network.

Access to Services
This end of the village currently has no local shops or nearby services. Future residents would therefore be required to travel elsewhere within the village or to neighbouring settlements to access everyday amenities. As a result, the development would be likely to increase reliance on private vehicles, contrary to the principles of sustainable development.

Proximity to MOD St Athan Airfield
The site lies in close proximity to the active runway at MOD St Athan. The suitability of the site for residential development in such close proximity to operational aviation infrastructure raises concerns regarding potential noise impacts and compatibility with ongoing airfield operations. These factors should be carefully assessed when considering the appropriateness of residential development in this location.

Planning Policy Conflict
For the reasons outlined above, the Community Council considers that the proposal is contrary to key policies within the Vale of Glamorgan Local Development Plan, including:

• Policy SP1 – Delivering the Strategy, which seeks to ensure development takes place in sustainable locations supported by appropriate infrastructure.
• Policy SP7 – Transportation, which requires development to minimise adverse impacts on the highway network and promote sustainable transport.
• Policy SP18 – Green Infrastructure, which aims to protect and enhance the Vale’s network of green spaces.
• Policy MD2 – Design of New Development, which requires development to respect local character, protect amenity, and provide appropriate access to services and facilities.

Conclusion
In summary, the proposed development would result in the loss of valued green space, place additional pressure on local infrastructure and services, increase reliance on private vehicles due to limited access to local facilities, and raises concerns due to its proximity to an active runway.
For these reasons, St Athan Community Council respectfully requests that the Vale of Glamorgan Council carefully considers these concerns and the identified policy conflicts when determining the application.

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.