🚨🏡 Stephen Price from Hengoed is in a showdown with the Caerphilly council after spending ÂŁ5,000 to build a driveway, only to be told to tear it up! Despite trying to make life easier for his disabled wife, the council is refusing to grant the necessary planning permission. Stephen’s wife, Kim, struggles with health issues like heart failure and arthritis, making the parking situation a real challenge.
Stephen thought everything was fine after having a dropped kerb installed years ago, but now he’s faced with the prospect of undoing his nearly finished driveway at a whopping cost of ÂŁ13,000. The council argues that the new driveway disrupts the area’s character, fearing it could set a trend for similar developments.
Out of the blue, Stephen’s plight has turned into a battle of local policy vs personal need. Neighbours didn’t object, and many houses in the estate already enjoy driveways. Supporters are calling for a bit of compassion from the council. Hengoed ward councillor Donna Cushing is backing Stephen, while another councillor pointed out the rules shouldn’t easily bend.
Stephen is not giving up yet. He’s planning to appeal, arguing for fair treatment for his street, saying, “It’s like the council is being biased against us.” With a mix of sympathy and planning policy at play, the council claimed their hands were tied, even as they acknowledged the “sad” situation. Will Stephen manage to make the case and keep his driveway? Stay tuned for updates! đźš—đź’”