Welsh Ministers have received a call-in request for a proposed 21,490 sq m data centre at Mwyndy Cross, near Pontyclun.
Mwyndy data centre faces Welsh Ministers call-in request
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Planning News in Wales – Page 2
Latest planning news from Wales, including Welsh Government policy, legislation, appeals, development management and local planning decisions.
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Caernarfon data centre: ministers asked to step in
Welsh Ministers are assessing a call-in request for the Caernarfon data centre scheme at the former Ferodo factory beside the Menai Strait.
New ports policy replaces 2012 framework
The revised framework now guides nationally significant port proposals in England and reserved trust ports in Wales.
Newport HMO guidance could tighten cluster tests
Newport has approved consultation on new sandwiching and adjoining-cluster tests for future HMO planning decisions across the city.
Welsh infrastructure guidance maps public body roles
Seven new guides explain when infrastructure applicants should engage heritage, environmental, land, safety and nuclear bodies before submitting proposals.
Cosmeston call-in request reaches Welsh Ministers
Ministers are considering whether to take over the decision on 576 homes, a school and community space near Penarth.
Welsh infrastructure applications get deemed-consent list
Wales clarifies what major project applicants must submit when seeking deemed consents within a single infrastructure consent order.
Glyndŵr National Park faces rejection, with views invited
Welsh Ministers invite further evidence by 11th November before a final decision on the proposed park and public inquiry.
Cardiff Local Plan changes open for views until November
Residents and developers can comment on proposed policy changes and new housing evidence before Cardiff’s replacement plan completes independent examination.
Hirwaun rail proposals open for views until 22nd November
Early public engagement explores services beyond Aberdare and possible stations at Llwydcoed and Hirwaun, with delivery funding still to secure.
Coal tip safety report urges Welsh planning consultation
A climate adaptation report recommends a new consultation role near disused tips, while Wales prepares its future safety authority.
HBF estimates £200m in planning performance agreements
New HBF research estimates nearly £200m in planning agreement income across England and Wales while warning that application delays remain.
Eryri hydro scheme: park concedes SSSI legal challenge
Eryri National Park Authority has agreed to the quashing of a hydroelectric permission following a challenge over SSSI planning policy.
Carmarthenshire Local Plan: pre-adoption rules published
Carmarthenshire has explained how emerging Local Plan policies could affect pending applications when the Inspectors’ report is published.
Welsh farm planning reform urged after poultry delays
NFU Cymru presses ministers for new agricultural development rights and faster consultee responses as poultry applications remain unresolved.
Welsh heritage worth £738m a year, Cadw study finds
New Cadw research values Welsh heritage at £738 million annually, with wider benefits for jobs, volunteering and historic-place regeneration.
Parc Adfer carbon capture delayed over consultation
Flintshire has deferred a £200m carbon capture proposal after councillors questioned consultation of neighbouring communities across the English border.
Wales awards £10m for town centre regeneration
Welsh Government has confirmed £10 million for town centre schemes, with half earmarked for Wrexham’s cultural quarter and public spaces.
Penrhys regeneration awards £209m contract to Wates
Trivallis has selected Wates for the Penrhys regeneration project, with a £209m pending contract and approximately 121 homes in its first phase.
Cardiff transport hub reaches milestone with 44 homes
Cardiff transport hub and 44 council homes reach a construction milestone at Waungron Road, combining affordable housing and bus and rail connections.
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