A caravan park owner near Llanidloes is seeking planning permission for a dozen more static caravans.

Caerau Caravan Park at Dolwen near Llanidloes has 50 pitches and they say that there is “significant demand” for more pitches.

But applicant, Norman Price, has been advised to contact Powys County Council’s Countryside Services Department to discuss a public footpath that could affect the scheme.

Mr Price is being represented by agent Gwynfor Humphreys, who has written a Design and Access Statement (DAS) for the application.

Mr Humphreys said: “The development will provide high quality, energy, efficient holiday accommodation.

“The statics will help sustain the local community by virtue of visitors using the local shop and public house facilities. The development is of modest scale and well landscaped.

“The extension to the site will be virtually inconspicuous from the valley basin. The site enjoys safe access and he additional tree planting will enhance potential for flora and fauna.”

The DAS adds that the extra pitches will contribute to the financial viability of the caravan site.

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