A planning application seeking full planning permission for new dairy infrastructure at a Pembrokeshire farm, including a milking parlour and environmental improvements, will be heard by the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park Authority’s development management committee next week.

The proposal (Ref: NP/24/0521/FUL) submitted by Mr James, of Stackpole Quay Farm, through agent Cynllunio RW Planning Ltd, seeks permission for the erection of an agricultural building for a milking parlour and construction of collecting yard, feed pad, silage clamp, dirty water lagoon and associated works at Long House, Trefin, Haverfordwest, SA62 5AR

The application seeks full planning permission for the development of new agricultural infrastructure at Long House farm, to support the expansion and modernisation of existing dairy operations.

The proposed works include the erection of a purpose-built milking parlour building, a concrete collecting yard, a feed pad, silage clamp, and a dirty water lagoon, all designed to improve animal welfare, operational efficiency, and environmental management on the site.

The application site is located within a rural area characterised by dispersed agricultural holdings and lies within the Pembrokeshire Coast National Park. The development is considered essential for the functioning of the farm enterprise and has been designed to minimise landscape impact through careful siting adjacent to existing farm buildings and the use of traditional agricultural materials.

Consultation responses from statutory consultees raised no objection subject to conditions relating to drainage, landscaping, and ecological protection measures.

The scale and nature of the proposal are deemed appropriate for its location and are considered to support the continued viability of a traditional agricultural holding.

The proposal is considered to accord with the relevant policies of the Local Development Plan, including those relating to sustainable rural enterprise, landscape protection, and the conservation of the National Park.

Llanrhian Community Council has submitted no adverse comments but members have raised concerns about possible visual impact and lack of cover on slurry lagoon.

Several letters of concern from members of the public have been received by PCNPA, with the points summarised as follows:

• Change in Farming Practice and Environmental Impact

• Protected Species and Biodiversity

• Ammonia and Nitrate Pollution, Cumulative Impacts

• Impact on Carreg Samson Burial Chamber and Footpaths

• Visual Impact and Landscape Character

• Lighting and Dark Skies

• Need for Further Consultation and Committee Determination

• Ammonia Emissions

• Dirty Water Lagoon Use

• Future Expansion

• Landscape Change of Use / Intensification

• Pollution from Slurry and Nutrient Management

• Climate Resilience

• Limited Landscape and Ecological Enhancement

• Use of Chemicals / Farming Practices

• Opportunity for Positive Change

At the meeting on September 3, the planning case officer is recommending approval for the plans, subject to several conditions.