PLANS to upgrade a Pembrokeshire early learning centre so it will comply with fire safety regulations have been given the go-ahead.
In an application to Pembrokeshire County Council, the council, through agent Harries Planning Design Management, sought permission for external and internal improvements for fire safety at Neyland Early Learning Centre, Clements Road, Neyland.
A supporting statement accompanying the application said: “Externally, the building comprises a curtain wall of single glazed windows and doors. These are in a poor state of repair, with some doors no longer opening easily.
“Further to this, the existing fire escape arrangements are unlevel and do not comply with building regulations at present. Therefore, to improve the existing arrangements of the building and to future proof it for continued use, this proposal seeks to replace the existing curtain glazing with like for like double glazed units.
“These will contain outward opening fire escape doors in the same positions as the existing doors. The double glazing will thermally improve the building, and the exits will serve as appropriate means of escape. Further to this, the external path is proposed to be regraded to provide a level threshold for disabled access.
“Overall, this application seeks minor like for like external alterations and necessary upgrades to meet building regulations and comply with both fire safety and means of access requirements.
“The proposal does not seek to introduce a new use or alterations that would impact upon neighbouring and local amenity. To enhance biodiversity on the site a sparrow terrace and rainwater garden is proposed.”
An officer report recommending approval said no response had been received from Neyland Town Council, and no third-party representations about the scheme had been received, concluding: “It is considered that the application would comply with policies of the Pembrokeshire Local Development Plan and that planning permission shall be granted.”
The application was conditionally approved by officers under delegated powers.
