In an application submitted to Pembrokeshire County Council, Sean Lavelle, through agent Stewart Longhurst, seeks permission for five industrial units on land north of Richmond Road, West Llanion Industrial Estate, Pembroke Dock.
A supporting statement says: “Planning permission was granted [in 2021] for the erection of two light industrial/business units (B1 use) in outline, with only landscaping being a reserved matter,” adding: “The outline application was approved on November 8, 2021 for two blocks of light industrial units (B1 uses). Block 1 was a two-storey building with ground floor workshops, with offices etc on the first floor. Block 2 was for a single storey building which housed two workshops.
“The current application seeks permission for a smaller scale development, still of two blocks, but of single storey construction throughout.
“It is considered that there is more market demand for the erection of single-storey units to support smaller enterprises than envisaged under the original scheme. Similarly, it is contended that this proposal would have less impact on the conservation area and would enhance this part of the industrial estate.”
It adds: “It is respectfully considered that the scheme reflects and enhances the existing industrial units close to the site and attempts to blend in with the red brick office buildings of the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park.”
It goes on to say: “The proposed units will be built to high specifications to ensure that the development reflects the conservation area setting and to promote environmental sustainability.”
The application will be considered by planners at a later date.