'Tropical jungle' of wallabies, porcupines and parrots must move after neighbours complain
Summary
A man named James Wale, who keeps rare and exotic animals like wallabies, porcupines, and parrots on a rural site in Carmarthenshire, Wales, has been ordered by the local council to move the animals and remove his cabin. Neighbours complained about loud noises and other issues, leading to enforcement notices and an appeal that was dismissed, giving Wale 12 months to clear the site.Key Facts
- James Wale moved to a 17-acre woodland near Llannon, Carmarthenshire, two years ago.
- He keeps exotic animals such as wallabies, porcupines, parrots, mongooses, and various birds.
- Neighbours said the area sounded like a "tropical jungle" at night due to animal noises.
- Carmarthenshire Council issued enforcement notices claiming Wale broke planning rules.
- Wale’s plans included creating an owl garden center and a bird welfare home.
- The council told him to stop living on the land, remove the cabin, and stop keeping non-farming animals.
- The planning inspector dismissed Wale’s appeal but allowed 12 months to relocate animals and restore the land.
- Wale’s agents plan to submit a new, smaller planning application to keep some birds on-site.
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