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СпутникиРНSpaceXРоскосмосNASAThe holiday let was deemed unlawful, despite operating without issue for 14 years – triggered when reported by a passerby
North Wales Live readers have heard that holiday let owners near RAF Valley have become involved in a planning dispute over the level of tourist accommodation in Anglesey. Richard and Gillian Jones have rented out a converted outbuilding at Ty Llwyd, Llanfaelog for 14 years, but ran into trouble after a complaint was made by a passer-by.
The building was originally constructed in 2012 as a photography studio for Mrs Jones, later being let informally to friends and family before becoming a more formal holiday let. In 2023, management was handed over to a letting agency, and the council began investigating the use. In August 2025, it was ruled unlawful.
The couple are now seeking retrospective planning permission. Their consultants argue that, without a complaint, the business would have continued without issue.
The council acknowledges the quality and location of the property but argues that continued use as a holiday let would add to an already high level of tourist accommodation in the area. In Llanfaelog, second homes and holiday lets now make up 37.49% of properties, more than double the 15% threshold set out in council guidance.
Officials say such levels risk pricing out local residents, weakening communities, and putting pressure on local services and businesses. The application was recommended for refusal, although councillors opted to visit the site before making a final decision.
The applicant’s planning consultant disputes this, claiming the property contributes around £83,220 a year to the local economy and supports nearby businesses. They also argue there is no clear evidence that a small scale holiday let has any wider negative impact, particularly as it involves a converted building rather than taking a home off the housing market.
They also challenge the council’s threshold approach, saying there is insufficient data to show harm to the community from this specific case.
Commenter Jnrm says: “1411 properties currently for sale on Anglesey of which 263 are less than £175K - the cost of a beach hut in Abersoch! Plenty of options available for locals who have a job. Perhaps the Council should purchase these 263 properties and make them available as social housing? Presumably the holiday let will be shut down and the local owners return it to an outbuilding. That will really boost the local economy!”
Ignacious retorts: “But we can’t all illegally convert our garages and outbuildings into studio apartments and let them out as holiday lets to boost the local economy! The rules apply to everyone. Would you prefer a free for all regarding holiday home provision?”
SCATHINGPEN writes: “There has never really been a shortage of affordable housing in Wales. If affordability still feels out of reach, the real issue is low investment and a lack of well paid jobs, with too many people stuck in low wage work. Some would say this has been shaped over years under Welsh Labour in government, with Plaid also sharing responsibility at different times over the past couple of decades. Ultimately, job creation and investment sit with politicians, and now Plaid holds that responsibility. Whether they can deliver on their promises is another question.”
Fair2all wonders: “How can one bedroom in a building that was never anyone’s home have any negative impact upon the local community or lead to significant over provision of holiday accommodation? Agenda-driven politics at its most petty.”
Steamnut agrees: “If this let has been in existence for many years, then the premise that allowing it to continue would lead to a significant over provision of holiday accommodation in the area, is just false. If they are permitted to continue letting the property there would be no change at all.”
Will F adds: “Always one busy body isn't there. People moan about holiday lets and there being not enough housing especially for younger generations. However other than the port, there isn't much industry to keep people on Anglesey so surely bringing in tourists who are likely to spend in the area is better than leaving properties empty? Don't get me wrong, Anglesey and Gwynedd are stunning but there's not much else there other than scenery.”
Rich A points out: “And now it will be converted back into a studio, with no realistic prospect of it ever becoming permanent, separate housing.”
Natalie F asks: "It's not a second home, it's an outbuilding on their own property. Why can't they do what they like with it?”
Dewi J replies: "Because hotels and B&Bs have to operate within the rules and laws. These people are not above the rules.”
Rachel J thinks: “I just wish the council would do more to help locals make the most of the tourist season instead of making it harder for them. They should be backing people to do well, not piling on more pressure.”
Geraint C agrees: “If it’s been running fine for 14 years, it’s hard to see what’s suddenly changed. Feels like it might just be someone kicking up a fuss late in the day, or the council getting a bit carried away. Either way, it seems like a problem that didn’t need to exist.”
Do you think councils are right to clamp down on holiday lets like this, or are they going too far and hurting local incomes instead? Have your say in our comments section.
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