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Temporary Stop Notice Issued Over Unauthorised Dumping in Coedpoeth
9/6/2026, 12:32:24 AM
Stop Notice Over Unauthorised Dumping
Wrexham Council has served a temporary stop notice on a site in Coedpoeth after a “significant amount” of material was deposited without planning permission. Natural Resources Wales (NRW) confirmed it is investigating the materials and will act if appropriate.
Background and Recent Activity
The land, sold about two months ago, has been used to create a plateau for a proposed equine arena. According to the council, no planning application has been submitted for the development. In a nearby field on the edge of Minera, dozens of lorries have been observed depositing material that a local councillor said “reeks of diesel.” Caravans have also been placed opposite a cul-de-sac of bungalows on Nantlais. These activities have raised concerns about unregulated dumping and potential environmental impact.
Key Parties and Their Positions
- Tom Lawson, resident of Coedpoeth, expressed frustration that the activity was not halted earlier by NRW and estimated “thousands of tonnes” of material, describing it as low-grade demolition waste that included tar and lead batteries. He warned that the responsible parties might “just walk away” and leave the public to bear the cost.
- SOS Aggregates, the Wrexham-based company that owns the Coedpoeth land, stated it was depositing “grade 1A fill material” to form the arena plateau. A company spokesman denied continued dumping after the stop notice but confirmed work resumed once the order expired. The firm said it would submit a planning application within the week and is seeking legal advice while providing evidence of the materials to NRW.
- NRW is conducting an investigation into the composition of the deposited material and has indicated that further action will be taken if the investigation finds violations.
Potential Implications
If the council’s enforcement notices are upheld, the site will need to be restored, potentially incurring costs for the landowner and raising questions about compliance with planning regulations. The investigation by NRW could set a precedent for how unapproved fill material is monitored in the region, influencing future development proposals and environmental oversight.
