The proposed development would result in an increase in nitrogen discharges draining into the Milford Haven Inner waterbody of the Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation (SAC) where features are known to be in unfavourable condition due to current evidence of both chemical and biological failure. Insufficient information has been provided to demonstrate mitigation measures which would allow the proposed development to achieve nutrient neutrality for nitrogen. As a result, it has not been established that the development would prevent further deterioration of water quality or ensure compliance with the conservation objectives of the Pembrokeshire Marine Special Area of Conservation (SAC). In the absence of such evidence, a conclusion of no adverse effect on the integrity of the SAC cannot be reached. The proposal is therefore contrary to Policies SP 1 (Sustainable Development), GN.1 (General Development Policy), and GN.37 (Protection and Enhancement of Biodiversity) of the Local Development Plan for Pembrokeshire (adopted 28 February 2013), Technical Advice Note 5: Nature Conservation and Planning (2009), Natural Resources Wales guidance on nutrient-sensitive SACs (Version 5.1, 22/10/2025), the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) and the duty under the Environment (Wales) Act 2016.
This decision relates only to the plans identified below: Drawing No. LP01 Site Location Plan Drawing No.01 Rev A Floor Plan and Elevations Drawing No.03 Rev A Proposed Site Plan Drawing No.04 Sections
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