Town councillors have said current plans for a housing development at Machynlleth’s former Travis Perkins site are not acceptable.

A full planning application for 20 homes has been lodged with Powys County Council’s planning department, but town councillors have said they are disappointed that representations they made about changing the scheme during the pre-application consultation have been dismissed by applicants H&N Developments.

Cllr Ann MacGarry said town councillors had been supportive of a housing development being located at the derelict site but wanted developers to make the best use of energy-efficient materials and ensure the development is as environmentally friendly as possible.

But the current plan lodged with the county council has not been changed from the initial scheme despite the town council’s recommendations.

Cllr MacGarry said it was disappointing that the town council’s views had not been considered and said she wanted to see the town council object to the plan as it is currently, but reiterate the council’s support for a suitable housing development at the site.

The town council’s response to the planning consultation will also urge Powys County Council to consider its own green initiatives when deciding on the development.

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