An application for a two storey extension and single storey garage/workshop at Mill House Granville Street was recommended for refusal by town councillors on Tuesday night, October 4 as concern was raised in a report by MCC’s tree officer about the impact on the line of trees adjacent to the A40.

A concern was also raised by the Glamorgan-Gwent Archaeological Trust who said the proposal is located close to the medieval tower of the Eastern (or Dixton) gate within the walls of the medieval town.

“The gate itself was demolished during the 18th century when a turnpike was built, and the remains of the tower are incorporated into the Old Nag’s Head public house.”

Cllr Tom Kirton said he agreed with the objection from the tree officer: “The potential damage to the root structure, imagine if those trees are damaged and then die, that’s open to the A40 and I’m sure some other residents in the area wouldn’t like that”.

They recommended refusal on the grounds of impact on the landscaping of the area and potential impact on the archaeology of the area.