Branksome Park Minutes August 11th 2010

MINUTES OF THE BRANKSOME, CANFORD CLIFFS & DISTRICT

RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE MEETING HELD ON

WEDNESDAY 11th AUGUST 2010

AT 7.30PM IN THE LOUNGE, BRANKSOME ST. ALDHELM’S PARISH CENTRE

PRESENT:

  • Terry Stewart President
  • John Sprackling Chairman
  • Wayne Hancock Vice-Chairman
  • Carol Parkin Secretary/Minutes Secretary
  • Michael Bond Membership Secretary
  • Stan Alfert Data Protection Officer
  • Cllr Mrs Carole Deas Ward Councillor
  • Cllr Mrs May Haines Ward Councillor
  • Cllr Neil Sorton Ward Councillor

Approx 15 Members/Wardens

1. APOLOGIES AND ACCURACY OF MINUTES

JS welcomed the three Ward Councillors and all those present.

Apologies: Apologies received from Bob & Phyllis Young & Henry Fielden

ACTION

Accuracy: JS said that he would sign the Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting

held on 21 JULY 2010.

2. MATTERS ARISING

Poole Pottery/Old Orchard/Quay Thistle Hotel sites update: JS reported…

1. Quayside (former Dolphin Quays) development – No new developments

2. Poole Pottery factory buildings in Sopers Lane – ditto

3. Former Poole Pottery & Swan Inn site – ditto

4. Quay Thistle Hotel site – ditto

5. Old Orchard House. 39-61 High Street – ditto

6. Land at West Quay Road

(Mixed use regeneration and new public quayside to include; the demolition of a listed gate post and all existing buildings on site; the redevelopment of the site with 440 residential units provided in six apartment blocks with basement parking and courtyard)

– TS invited members to access the BoP Planning Application website to look at the artist’s impressions of the proposed development of this site, next to the lifting bridge. TS said that It is similar to the proposed ugly design for the Quay Thistle Hotel site; square, hard, flat roofed, angular with a tall 12 storey block next to the bridge. TS asked if this is compatible with Poole’s adjacent ‘old town’.

Chairman’s note: The closing date for comments on this application has been confirmed as 3rd September.

Planning Enforcement, TPOs/Tree replacements – update: JS reported…

17 Over Links Drive (Application to demolish existing and erect 2 detached houses granted on 31/01/08 but number of conditions should have been complied with before this development commenced) – No new developments.

19 Mornish Road (Tree replacement) – ditto

55 Canford Cliffs Road (Removal of the gates, railings, fence and hedge, and the erection of a low stone wall with planting behind) – ditto

15A Westminster Road (Erection of railings over 1 metre high partly along the frontage of 15aWestminster Road, being adjacent to a highway. The boundary treatment then changes to a double close boarded fence over 1 metre high which continues along the frontage of Westminster Road,being adjacent to a highway and then turns South-West and continues down the boundary with Dalkeith Road being also adjacent to a highway)– ditto

2 Compton Avenue & 93 Lilliput Road (Boundary treatment) – ditto

Community Working Group (CWG) :

Report from last meeting: Roy Pointer reported on matters that had been discussed at the CWG meeting on 28/07/10, in which members may be interested. RP feels that the Assn. should encourage everybody to make representations on the West Quays development as Stephen Thorne says that, in the case of the West Quay Marina site he only had two letters about this. TS pointed out that the Assn. is quite remote from this site, and therefore it seems that people in this area may have no interest.

There will be a presentation from the Council to the CWG at its next meeting on the changes to Planning Regulations which have come forward from the Government, and RP suggested that whoever does the presentation should be invited to our Assn. meeting as this group may be interested. This is likely to come out sometime in the Autumn. Consultation on the Site Specific Allocations and Development Management Policies (which will replace the majority of current ‘saved’ policies in the Poole Local Plan First Alteration) and has now commenced and details are available on the BoP website

http://opinions.discussit.co.uk/consultations/ref:C4C5FE935A69F8/category:/

JS said that Bill Gordon who is managing the consultation has offered to meet representatives of the Assn shortly after the commencement of the consultation period. The consultation extends to

the 1st October. Members living within in the Avenue Conservation Area have some strong views about making sure that the policies which are in the current plan are saved. JS invited Martin Heath to this meeting.

There is a new initiative called the Community Engagement Forum which gives the opportunity for developers to consult with local communities before planning applications are lodged, and RPasked JS to suggest to Stephen Thorne that developers of the land at West Quay Road might beinvited to seek local opinions about this development by using the format as a ‘pilot’.

The next Newsletter from the CWG is due out shortly and RP said that it will include a piece on the role and constituency of the CWG. It was important to think about succession well before the Group is reviewed in the March next year. JS was hoping to circulate this with the Minutes.

The South East Dorset Transport Strategy (Third Local Transport Plan 2011 – 2016) – Further consultation on the recommended transport strategy and the associated implementation programme will take place in September 2010. TS said that he is registered as a stakeholder?

Assn members were encouraged to engage since most of the options affect Branksome Park area.

TS pointed out that as well as the Site Specific consultation there is also a consultation on Poole’s Infrastructure Development Plan Documents and responses to this have to be in by October 9.

The Community Working Group minutes are now available on the website page;

http://www.boroughofpoole.com/go.php?structureID=U464063d13022f&ref=S4A8BC8E2CB5B1

and the next Planning and Regeneration Newsletter will be uploaded onto the website on Monday 16 August. Please click on the link below;

http://www.boroughofpoole.com/go.php?structureID=categories&ref=C484E57C53353F

Poole Beaches and Coastal Defences:

Shoreline Management Plan – RP reported that the Poole Bay, Poole Harbour and Wareham Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management Strategy portion looked at flood risk and erosion between Hengistbury Head and Durlston Head. There is now another document – The Strategic Environmental Assessment. This takes the Shoreline, Management Plan and looks at it from an environmental point of view. There is a copy of the document on the web and to register an interest, e-mail PooleandWarehamStrategy@atkinsglobal.com or write to Steve Rendell, Environment Agency,Manley House, Kestrel Way, Exeter, EX2 7LQ..

Council Tax 2010/11 & Council’s Budget Monitoring report: William Mutlow reported that there as no new Council Budget Monitoring report at the moment but he reported that generally the Council is endeavouring to find various cuts and these need to be sustainable in future years. The

budget will have to be rebalanced for this year to find these cuts. No detailed information has been published yet, but we expect to see a lot more over the coming months.

TS reported that he had had a meeting with the Leader of the Council, Cllr Dr Brian Leverett, who is hoping to set up a meeting for Residents’ Assn. representatives with himself, John McBride and Liz Wilkinson, the Head of Financial Services, towards the end of September, when

representatives will be able to comment on options the Council has for cutting £29M from the Medium Term Financial Plan over the next four years.

JS reported that this is a great improvement over the usual procedure, where Residents’ Assns are presented with the budget in February, when it was all ‘cut and dried’.

Poole Partnership: No new developments.

Public Rights of Way:

Westminster Road end of Dalkeith Road – Meeting with Public Rights of Way Officer and local

residents took place on 26/07/10 – the officer needs more information.

Buccleuch Road to Lakeside Road – No new developments.

Bessborough Road – ditto

Footpath 82 Spur – ditto

Possible Charitable Status for Assn: J S has still to set up a small Sub-Committee to look at this.

Canford Cliffs Play Area/Pinecliff Gardens (Sunken garden)

Canford Cliffs Play Area Hazel Clifton reported that Canford Cliffs project should start in the Autumn.

Pinecliff Gardens (Sunken garden) CD reported that she, WH and Daphne Howell had met with Simon Legg from Leisure Services and he indicated that the Council is willing to let Canford Cliffs residents take over the management of the ‘Sunken garden’, as there is no funding for plants. We shall be the first area in the Borough to be granted a ‘Green Pennant’. This will incur a cost to the Assn of approx £200 (per annum) for an insurance premium to cover injuries to any of the residents working on the garden. The Council is willing to support this venture in taking away rubbish etc., and there will probably be a small annual charge i.e. a ‘peppercorn’ rent. CD said that she had had very positive feedback from residents and hopefully the garden will be brought back to how it used to be a few years ago, instead of the sorry state that it is in now.

WH stated that he had already e-mailed the documentation to JS and asked if there were any thoughts on funding of plants. CD said that she hoped that the funding the Assn. were going to provide to the Council for this project, were the Council to go ahead, would still be available. She also suggested that maybe local businesses would be willing to sponsor some of the costs. Carol thinks that this is a really good idea and will help promote some ‘community spirit’. Flat dwellers, for instance, with no gardens of their own to work on should welcome the opportunity to meet other people down at the garden. SA thought this is a marvellous idea but it will undoubtedly incur ongoing costs and there are insurance implications if we take over the lease. He suggested that there needs to be a Steering Committee from the Assn. as the project won’t run itself. JS asked WH would he be prepared to project manage this, and he agreed. There was a show of hands to see if this project should be carried forward. It was agreed that it would be.

Use of Assn’s Capital Reserve – No new developments.

Public Liability Insurance (PLI) – JS is pursuing.

Poole Council’s Business Transformation/Efficiency Review Programme –

MH confirmed that an updated report will be presented to the Council Efficiency and Effectiveness Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting until February 2011.

Funding for Westbourne Medical Centre and the NHS Dental Practice in Westbourne –

Awaiting further communication next month from Anne Swan, Interim Chief Executive of NHS Bournemouth and Poole, as promised in Angela Schofield, Chairman, Bournemouth and Poole Teaching Primary Care Trust letter dated 12/07/10.

Overhanging Hedge at Kenilworth Court, 3 Western Road –

MH reported that the Council had sent a confirmation letter to Kenilworth Court that this problem has to be dealt with before the end

of the year and the managing agent will comply with this.

Parking in Ravine Road

– MH reported that the Mazda car showroom on the corner of Haven and Ravine Roads are allowed to have delivery of cars from a transporter, but that showroom cars are not allowed to park there as they currently do. The Council have agreed to ask the Traffic Wardens to visit this area regularly to see what the showroom actually does. So she advises us to ‘watch this space’.

3. NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

In the absence of Keith Alcroft, JS reported that no letters of objection had sent on behalf of the Association since the last meeting. Roland Cunnell expressed the view that he thought the Assn might be more pro-active in relation to planning applications. RC is particularly concerned about

Land adj 1 Over Links Drive (Sever land and erect a new detached house (Revised Scheme)

– Application refused by Planning Committee on 10/12/09 is subject of a ‘Written Representations’ appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2120940). The ‘Start date’ for this appeal was 27/01/10 but the site visit has yet to be arranged.

RC is also concerned about the LPAs apparent lack of action at

17 Over Links Drive (Demolish existing and erect 2 detached houses)

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Chairman’s note: There is a letter from Greener Homes Ltd dated 06/08/10 posted on the BoP Planning Application website.

8 Buccleuch Road – CD reported that she had had a meeting, at his request, with a developer who wants to build a chalet bungalow on the land at this site, and asked for the support of the Ward Councillors.

SA said that he knows the site well and thinks that applications have been rejected in the past as the site is slightly less than the minimum size, although things have now changed. The site also contains many trees that have Preservation Orders on them and SA feels it would be impossible to

build on the site without felling trees. MH reported that this road was visited on the last Ward Walk. The land in question does not only have a TPO on it, but there is in fact a Woodland Preservation Order. She will alert the Planning Department to keep an eye on this plot as it is so easy to fell the trees and pay the fine.

NS said that he would be very worried about creating a precedent on this controversial site by supporting an application. JS was of the view that the Assn. should just ‘sit on the fence’. However, SA proposed that theAssn. should take the stance that this is a site not to be developed. JS asked for a show of hands that the Assn. would oppose any development plans for 8 Buccleuch Road. This was agreed.

Other current planning issues

Land at 5 Brackenhill (Sever land and erect a three bed detached single storey dwelling, with attached single garage at lower level)– Application refused on 22/07/10.

4 Lawrence Drive (Demolish existing buildings and erect 1 block of 8 apartments with assoc parking) – Application refused on 05/03/10 is now the subject of an appeal Hearing (APP/Q1255/A/10/2128771) at 10.00an on 28/09/10.

The Cottage, Kingsgate, 7 The Avenue (a) Demolish existing and erect a block of 5 apartments and associated garages) – Application was refused by Planning Committee on 25/03/10 but subject to ‘Written representations’ appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2126736) Final date for statements & representations was 02/06/10.

(b) Erect a detached house on land adjacent to The Cottage and erect detached garage to The Cottage. – Application registered on 01/06/10.

11 Westminster Road (Demolition of the existing building and construction of three detached houses with associated parking and access. (revised scheme – Application refused on 17/05/10 is now the subject of a appeal Hearing (APP/Q1255/A/10/2129589) at 10.00 on 12/10/10

24 Ravine Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect replacement dwelling with integral garaging. (Revised scheme) Amended plans received 08/12/09 and 25/01/10) – Application refused under delegated authority on 29/01/10 is now the subject of appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2122302) to be determined by Written Representations. Site visit fixed for 10.00 on 17/08/10.

2 Crawshaw Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect x 2 detached dwellings with on site parking. (Revised Scheme) – Application registered 25/05/10. Amended plans lodged on 14/07/10.

Land adj 1 Over Links Drive (Sever land and erect a new detached house (Revised Scheme) – Application refused by Planning Committee on 10/12/09 is subject of a ‘Written Representations’ appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2120940) The date for final comments was 31/03/10.

6 Durrant Road (a) Demolish existing dwelling and erect x2 detached dwellings. (Revised Scheme) As amended by plans received 01/10/09) -Application refused under delegated authority on 11/12/09, now the subject of Written Representations appeals (APP/Q1255/A/10/2121180). Site inspection which was scheduled to take place at 11.00 on 17 August 2010 has been cancelled due to a request for postponement.

(b) Demolish existing dwelling and erect 2 No semi-detached dwellings with attached garages (Revised Scheme) – Application refused by Planning Committee on 08/07/10.

Canford Cliffs, Promenade 2 (a) Construction of 18 new beach huts – Application No: 08/24380/005/F &(b) Conservation Area application to demolish 8 beach huts (nos 99-106) adjacent to Canford Cliffs Chine.

Application No: 08/24380/007/U The applications were registered as long ago as 22/01/08 &13/02/08 respectively. MH will keep the Assn advised of any further developments.

4-6 Compton Avenue (Non material amendment of planning permission 06/12687/005/F to extend basement parking, an additional staircase, two roof lights, convert half gable window to full height) – Application granted on.26/07/10.

8 Shore Road – BPCCRA will continue to monitor possible tree work application. An entrance has been created on the Haven Road side of this property. This property is up for sale at is ‘offers’ in excess of £2m.

60A Kings Avenue (Tree Replacement Notices to replant 3 Scots Pines) –

Confirmation awaited that the Council’s Arboriculturist visited both 60 and 60a to check tree issues and that letters sent to the owners requesting planting under Treework/Planning conditions.

6. ACCOUNTS TO DATE

Chairman’s Note:

I meant to report at the meeting that the total funds as at 31 July amounted to £36,221.47.

7. ANY OTHER BUSINESS

Parkstone Children’s Centre & Alexandra Park Lodge – JS said that he thought it unreasonablethat this application was listed for determination at next Thursday’s Planning Committee meeting. The yellow site notice is dated 09/08/10 with comments to be lodged by 28/08/10. MH will investigate.

Chairman’s note:

I am now informed that the planning application will be withdrawn from the Planning Committee on 19 August 2010 and is likely to be rescheduled for the meeting on 9 September 2010.

Brian Cox – JS reported that Brian Cox’ death notice appears in today’s Daily Echo. Brian was the former Chairman of the Canford Cliffs Land Society. His Funeral Service is to be held at All Saints’ Church, Branksome Park, Poole on Monday 23rd August at 2pm.

BPCCRA Autumn 2010 magazine – JS asked for material for the magazine by the end of this month.

Policy for financially supporting neighbour objections to Planning Applications NS reminded JS that this matter has yet to resolved. It was agreed that this would be discussed at the Assn’s next meeting.

Information messages from Dorset Police, distributed by Neighbourhood Watch – JS said that he had recently received two messages which he thought would be of interest to members and would

include these in the Minutes.

1. Dorset Police have received a large numbers of calls from members of the public across the County advising them of suspicious telephone calls they have received. The callers have been asking occupants questions about their home security and what type of property they live in. A

large number of them have also been asked for their age and on some occasions they have been asked for bank details and offered alarm systems for sale. The callers appear to be targeting older residents. Please do not give out personal details to

callers over the phone. Do not accept offers of alarm fitting over the phone. If you wish to purchase an alarm, wherever possible seek personal recommendations. Some companies operate high pressure selling tactics so do not be bullied into allowing them to visit you at home.

If you would like security advice please contact your local Safer Neighbourhood team.

2. Dorset Police would like to advice you of a scam two Dorset residents have reported to Trading Standards. Letters or calls are received from persons claiming to be calling on behalf of SKY offering satellite system insurance. Residents are asked for banking details and direct debits amounts are then taken monthly from their accounts. The telephone number provided by the caller and the insurance policies do not exist. If you receive a call please check the callers’ identity by asking for verification of the company for whom they work before agreeing to anything over the phone.

Do not give out personal banking details over the phone; if they are legitimate they should already have your details on record.

Please pass this information on to friends and neighbours. Thank you

The meeting closed at 8.30pm.

Date of next Meeting : Wednesday 8 September 2010 in the Main Hall at Branksome St

Aldhelm’s Parish Centre (Entrance via Lindsay Road)

Branksome Park Minutes July 21st 2010

MINUTES OF THE BRANKSOME, CANFORD CLIFFS & DISTRICT

RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY 21st JULY 2010 AT 7.30PM IN THE LOUNGE, BRANKSOME ST. ALDHELM”S PARISH CENTRE

PRESENT:

  • Terry Stewart President
  • John Sprackling Chairman
  • Wayne Hancock Vice-Chairman
  • Carol Parkin Secretary/Minutes Secretary
  • Stan Alfert Data Protection Officer
  • Keith Alcroft Planning Officer
  • Cllr Mrs May Haines ditto
  • Cllr Neil Sorton ditto
  • Ken Sanson Chairman, Sandbanks Assn

Approx 10 Members/Wardens

1. APOLOGIES AND ACCURACY OF MINUTES

JS welcomed MH & NS and all those present.

Apologies: Apologies Parajumpers Jacka Herr received from Bob & Phyllis Young, William Mutlow

Accuracy: JS said that he would sign the Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting held on 09 JUNE 2010

2. MATTERS ARISING

Poole Pottery/Old Orchard/Quay Thistle Hotel sites update: JS reported…

1.   Quayside (former Dolphin Quays) development – No new developments

2.   Poole Pottery factory buildings in Sopers Lane (Development of land at York Road to create a 116 bed care home with an associated Day Centre) – Appeal withdrawn on 16/06/10.

3.   Former Poole Pottery & Swan Inn site – No new developments

4.   Quay Thistle Hotel site   – ditto

5.   Old Orchard House. 39-61 High Street – ditto

Planning Enforcement, TPOs/Tree replacements parajumperjackorse – update:

JS reported…

17 Over Links Drive (Application to demolish existing and erect 2 detached houses granted on 31/01/08) – It has been reported that there has been some activity on this site over the last day or two. An earth moving unit is on site and some ground work undertaken. JS has contacted the Planning Enforcement Officer as there are a number of conditions which should have been complied with before this development commenced.

19 Mornish Road (Tree replacement) – This is still under discussion and actions are underway

138 Canford Cliffs Road NS reported that he had seen a report in the Bournemouth Echo of a successful proceedings brought by the Council against the developers, Poole Property Ltd, about their unauthorised felling of a protected tree at 138 Canford Cliffs Road. The Court fined Poole Property Company £11,000 (the maximum fine for the felling of a single tree is £20,000) Even though NS thinks this is a paltry sum in comparison to the value of the site, he thinks it is substantial enough to send the correct message that Poole Council intend to act in these circumstances.

55 Canford Cliffs Road (Removal of the gates, railings, fence and hedge, and the erection of a low stone wall with planting behind) – A Breach of Condition Notice against Barrington Homes required work to be completed by 29/06/10.

Bella Rosa, 37 Haven Road (Erection of blue oblique glass screens positioned around the timber decking area located at the front of the property) – The smoked glass screens have been removed..

15A Westminster Road (Erection of railings over 1 metre high partly along the frontage of 15a Westminster Road, being adjacent to a highway. The boundary treatment then changes to a double close boarded fence over 1 metre high which continues along the frontage of Westminster Road,being adjacent to a highway and then turns South-West and continues down the boundary with Dalkeith Road being also adjacent to a highway)– No new developments

2 Compton Avenue & 93 Lilliput Road (Boundary treatment) – A new hedgerow will be planted once the work at 4-6 Compton Avenue has been completed.

Community Working Group (CWG), Progress re Sir Michael Pitt”s recommendations & IDeA Report: JS reported that the date of the next CWG meeting had been changed to 28/07/10 and if any member had an issue to raise would he/she liaise with Roy Pointer.

Poole Beaches and Coastal Defences: No new developments

Council Tax 2010/11 & Council”s Budget Monitoring report: In the absence of William Mutlow, JS reported that, as part of the £1bn saving announced by the Coalition Government last month, Poole had suffered in-year grant cuts of £2.9m pa. As a result, the Council have introduced a number of austerity measures to make sure it under-spends this year – it will need that leeway because it is unlikely that it will feel the full effect of the permanent cuts with only 6 or 7 months of the year remaining.

At the Southern Poole Chairmens” Liaison Group meeting on 28/06/10, John McBride, Poole”s Chief Executive, told those present that the Leader of the Council, Cllr Brian Leverett, is proposing a meeting with Residents” Associations in September 2010 to discuss next year”s Budget.

TS pointed out that ANY questions can be raised by Residents’ Associations, as long as the question is registered beforehand.

All expenditure over £500 is due be posted on the BoP website but, as JMcB said, this will have to be fine-tuned as individual Adult Social Care costs, for instance, are likely to be covered by the Data Protection Act. J McB also spoke of the idea of “Armchair auditors”- residents with access to the Internet monitoring the Council”s expenditure.. JMcB feels that this will act as a powerful deterrent to wasteful expenditure.

TS said that he is very impressed that JMcB has taken on board the current government’s ‘Big Society’ belief in moving as much power as possible down to local level, thus giving Residents’ Associations the opportunity to make constructive suggestions

Poole Partnership: JS reported that, last Tuesday he had attended a Poole Partnership Local Development Framework meeting in his capacity as Poole Partnership Steering Group representative for Residents” & Tenants” Assns and Community Groups. At this meeting, Nicolas Perrins, Senior Planning Officer, Planning and Regeneration Services gave a presentation by entitled “New direction of travel of Government policy for Planning and implications for Poole”. JS said that he would include the text of the Powerpoint presentation in the Minutes…

Direction of change

Decentralisation and Localism Bill – handing power back to local government and communities (Big Society):

1.   Slim downed National Planning Guidance focus on sustainable development (No definition of Sustainable Development);

2.   Scrapping of Regional Spacial Strategies (RSS);

3.   Planning and Housing decisions to rest locally;

4.   Compulsory consultation on development plans and planning applications;

5.   Recent revision to PPS3 (Planning Policy Statement 3) – re-classification of garden land as Green field – to stop “garden grabbing” (Core Strategy seeks to do this);

6.   New designation to protect green space above that of Public Open Space;

7.   Permissive approach to planning applications once National Framework in place;

8.   Third Party right of appeal;

9.   Abolition of Government Offices and introduction of Local Enterprise Partnership (Economic Development Role) – joint working across sub-regions;

10.   However, LDF (Local Development Framework) work is set to continue within new framework

…The revocation of RSS is not a signal for local Authorities to stop making plans for their area. Local Planning Authorities should continue to develop LDF Core Strategies and other DPDs reflecting peoples aspirations on important issues such as climate change, housing and economic development” (CLG, 6th July 2010)

Issues

  • Major legislative reform to planning system to follow – will take time!
  • Local authorities to ensure housing, commercial and social needs are met but how will this be managed?
  • What will be put in place to ensure proper strategic planning to ensure cross-boundary co-ordination?
  • How will regionally significant infrastructure be co-ordinated?
  • What of s106/CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy) and development mitigation?
  • How will authority manage greater public involvement?

Chairman”s note: Wayne Hancock kindly attended the first meeting of the newly formed Poole Partnership Vision Group (which replaces the Poole Partnership Steering Group) in my place and his report is set out below.

Report on the Poole Partnership Vision Group meeting 22 Jul 2010 Civic Centre, Poole

Although Richard Dimbleby had expressed his desire to stand down as chairman, he agreed to chair the meeting and it was hoped that a volunteer would come forward to take his place.

Adrian Dawson was elected Vice Chairman for the meeting and will consider whether to accept the role more permanently.

With the pressure on services due to cuts in government funding, the strategy document 2010 to 2026 will have to be changed and some items removed. Great emphasis was made of working together and sharing resources wherever possible. However, this should not to be at the expense of retaining a ‘Poole’ identity.

This partnership is to run from 2010 to 2026 and it is not yet known what will be the requirements in, say, five years time owing to the recent change in government. At the moment, new policies are appearing quite quickly, i.e. David Cameron’s ‘Big Society,’ where it is envisaged that local authorities and local groups will have their say and even be empowered to run local services which were previously run by the government. It is a turbulent time.

The big three issues are :

1. Deficit reduction

2. Decentralisation

3. Localism – localism – localism

A large number of ‘Target’ driven services are being decentralised and power is being handed down to local communities, i.e. PCTs. The government is removing the barriers and burdens currently standing in the way of local communities carrying out tasks. There is no ‘blueprint’- what works for one area may not work for the one next door. Issues that concern people will not just ‘go away’, but they will now have the means to do something about them. There are NO RULES – what you want you will try to get. It appears to be a ‘power to the people’ move. How will it really work? No-one knows at this stage.

Councils are expecting to supply a smaller number of services and it will be up to the local community to provide those no longer provided, i.e. libraries run by volunteers. Obviously this will have an impact on jobs – are people are saying ‘will I lose my job to a volunteer?’.

Social Enterprise is a new way of arranging to provide a service. For example, a church may set up and run a prison. However, Social Enterprise should not be at the cost of local people losing their jobs to organisations farming out the work to other areas. Concern was expressed at companies like BUPA and Virgin obtaining contracts at the expense of local businesses.

Government policy will drastically change the way things are done and poses the question who is responsible for what? Where will the power go?

Concern was expressed as to whether volunteers could be found to carry out the tasks required and, if so, would they have the knowledge and where-with-all to be able to carry them out satisfactorily? Also,

what happens if the services which are supposed to be provided are not, or are poorly managed?

It was the feeling of the meeting that the role of the vision group (PPVG) would be to set out the ideals; it would then be the responsibility of the management group (PPMG) to make things happen.

It was also felt that the role of the partnership program was to provide a forum for local communities. However, that requires all local community groups to be contacted and made aware of the partnership and how the partnership can assist them with their goals. A question was raised – how does the partnership report back to the local groups, communities and residents?

Finally, three papers were made available :-

1. HM Treasury – The Spending Review – June 2010

2. HM Government – The Coalition: our programme for government

3. Conservatives – Control Shift – Returning power to local people – Responsibility Agenda, Policy Green Paper No 9

Item 2.5 of the HM Treasury document lists 9 criteria for the allocation of resources.

End of Report

Canford Cliffs Village & proposal to plant trees in Haven Road : MH reported that she had attended last Wednesday”s Canford Cliffs & Penn Hill Area committee meeting where it was said that before any decisions, fund-raising etc. it is necessary to determine exactly where services and utilities are, as there is no definitive map of these. In order to do this, an exploratory trench would need to be dug at a cost of approximately £700.

Roy Pointer mentioned that it should be known by law exactly where the utilities are.

MH said that discussions she had had with the traders on Haven Road had come ‘full circle’ as they deem the loss of car parking space is not desirable, and they suggest that trees should be planted in tubs.

KA pointed out that the plan calls for only one parking place to be lost.

SA reported that he had detected opposition to this scheme, at the Area Committee meeting, from people other than the traders on Haven Road.

When asked what kind of trees were intended, KA answered that it wasn’t known yet, that he had been told by Mr. Osborne at the Council that this would be decided when the scheme was definite.

There was some discussion as to whether in the present climate was it correct to be spending money on something not essential. Mike Parkin, a regular user of Haven Road, suggested that in the making of car parking in Haven Road more difficult, there was a negative safety aspect to be considered.

JS suggested that we had a show of hands as to whether to proceed with this scheme or not.

Put the scheme on the “back burner”        5

Proceed with the scheme                        4

Therefore JS asked MH to report back to officers that the Association would not be able to fund this scheme.

Public Rights of Way:

Westminster Road end of Dalkeith Road – Officers are meeting with local residents on 26/07/10

Buccleuch Road to Lakeside Road – No new developments.

Bessborough Road – The Canford Cliffs Land Society have arranged the vegetation beside the footpath from Bessborough Road to Haven Road (next to the Electricity sub-station) to be cut back. MH said that, although the Land Society was organising this, the work is actually being done through the Community Pay Back Scheme and therefore the labour costs are nil.

Footpath 82 Spur – At special meeting of Canford Cliffs and Penn Hill Area Committee held on 19/07/10, Members granted the Definitive Modification Order to add this footpath to the Definitive Map.

Almost certainly, the Sandbanks Boatyard & Marina Co Ltd will appeal

Possible Charitable Status for Assn: JS has still to set up a small Sub-Committee to look at this.

Canford Cliffs Play Area/Pinecliff Gardens (Sunken garden) MH reported that the Canford Cliffs Play Area is scheduled for 2001/2012. However, TS reported that Cllr Peter Adams had told him that this will not now be progressed. MH will double check to clarify this situation.

CD was not present to report on the current state of the sunken garden. However, JS said that Simon Legg was keen to set up a meeting.

Use of Assn”s Capital Reserve – No new developments.

Public Liability Insurance (PLI) – JS is pursuing.

Poole Council”s Business Transformation Programme – The Council”s Business Transformation Programme and Efficiency Review Programme are to be merged. A fully updated report is to be presented at the Council Efficiency and Effectiveness Overview and Scrutiny Committee meeting on 23/09/10.

Funding for Westbourne Medical Centre and the NHS Dental Practice in Westbourne

Jim Wilson believes that the withholding of funds from both the medical & dental practices may have possible serious implications on the ability of those two individual practices being able to continuing carrying on over the medium to long term, even in their present state. This, of course, is going to be subject to whatever occurs when the present governments plans for change come to fruition and whether either of those practices have been able to retain the patients that exist.

JS proposed that a meeting with the non-executive members of the board should be put under way.

Chairman”s Note: Subsequent to the um Ihre Identitat und Ihr Recht auf die Gelder meeting, it has been agreed the the Association should take no further action at the present time and await the further communication next month from Anne Swan, Interim Chief Executive of NHS Bournemouth and Poole, as promised in Angela Schofield, Chairman, Bournemouth and Poole Teaching Primary Care Trust letter dated 12/07/10.

Overhanging Hedge at Kenilworth Court, 3 Western Road. MH reported that after considerable discussions with the residents of of the block he Mr. Hertz(?) the representative of the Managing Agent at Kenilworth Court, managed to secure agreement from the majority to have the hedge removed in the next few weeks with replanting to take place 6 months later. One of the residents however, contacted the council and asked if it would be possible instead to keep the hedge in-situ until the replanting takes place. This was deemed to be a reasonable request and this is where MH left it for now – that the replanting MUST be carried out before Christmas.

MH will put it on record that this is the case, so that if it is not done, the council themselves can take action.

3. NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

Keith Alcroft reported

Former Cafe building, Compton Acres (Change of use of former cafe building A3 to playschool D1) – Temporary permission granted for two years from 28/06/10.

Chairman”s note: £41,258 capital funding from the “Early Years Quality & Access Capital Grant (2008-2011) is to be allocated to the Wise Owl Pre-school at Compton Acres following termination of the rental agreement for their current premises but applications must show the applicant’s sustainability and commitment to delivering a service for at least three years and this will be reflected in the funding agreement with the Local Authority.

6A Dalkeith Road (Demolish existing property and build new contemporary dwelling) – Application registered on 10/05/10 and letter of objection lodged on behalf of Assn on 25/05/10. Application withdrawn on 05/07/10.

Other current planning issues

Land at 5 Brackenhill (Sever land and erect a three bed detached single storey dwelling, with attached single garage at lower level) – Application registered 01/06/10. Local concerns.

4 Lawrence Drive (Demolish existing buildings and erect 1 block of 8 apartments with assoc parking) – Application refused on 05/03/10 is now the subject of an appeal Hearing (APP/Q1255/A/10/2128771) The final date for statements & representations was 01/07/10

11 Leicester Road (a) Outline application to erect a 59 bedroom care home (class C2) with associated parking (15 spaces), bin & cycle store (revised scheme) (APP/Q1255/A/09/2118175) & (b) Conservation Area application to demolish existing dwelling & associated buildings (revised scheme) (APP/Q1255/E/09/2118176) – Appeals dismissed by Planning Inspector on 17/06/10.

The Cottage, Kingsgate, 7 The Avenue

(a) Demolish existing and erect a block of 5 apartments and associated garages) – Application was refused by Planning Committee on 25/03/10 but subject to “Written representations” appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2126736) Final date for statements & representations was 02/06/10.

(b) Erect a detached house on land adjacent to The Cottage and erect detached garage to The Cottage.

– Application registered on 01/06/10.

5 Highmoor Road (Demolish existing building and erect 1 block of 9 apartments with basement parking, bin & cycle stores) – Application granted, subject to Unilateral Undertaking at Planning Committee meeting on 08/07/10.

2 Tower Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect 3no. detached houses with integral garages) – Application refused on 05/05/10.

11 Westminster Road (Demolition of the existing building and construction of three detached houses with associated parking and access. (revised scheme – Application refused on 17/05/10 is now the subject of a appeal Hearing (APP/Q1255/A/10/2129589) statements & representations is 20/07/10

24 Ravine Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect replacement dwelling with integral garaging. (Revised scheme) Amended plans received 08/12/09 and 25/01/10) – Application refused under delegated authority on 29/01/10 is now the subject of appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2122302) to be determined by Written Representations. The date for final comments was 06/05/10.

2 Crawshaw Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect x 2 detached dwellings with on site parking. (Revised Scheme) – Application registered 25/05/10. Amended plans lodged on 14/07/10.

Land adj 1 Over Links Drive (Sever land and erect a new detached house (Revised Scheme) – Application refused by Planning Committee on 10/12/09 is subject of a “Written Representations” appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2120940) The date for final comments was 31/03/10.

6 Durrant Road

(a) Demolish existing dwelling and erect x2 detached dwellings. (Revised Scheme) As amended by plans received 01/10/09) – Application refused under delegated authority on 11/12/09, now the subject of Written Representations appeals (APP/Q1255/A/10/2121180). The date for final comments was 31/03/10.

(b) Demolish existing dwelling and erect 2 No semi-detached dwellings with attached garages (Revised Scheme)– Application refused by Planning Committee on 08/07/10.

Canford Cliffs, Promenade 2 (a) Construction of 18 new beach huts – Application No: 08/24380/005/F & (b) Conservation Area application to demolish 8 beach huts (nos 99-106) adjacent to Canford Cliffs Chine. Application No: 08/24380/007/U The applications were registered as long ago as 22/01/08 &13/02/08 respectively. MH will keep the Assn advised of any further developments.

4-6 Compton Avenue (Non material amendment of planning permission 06/12687/005/F to extend

basement parking, an additional staircase, two roof lights, convert half gable window to full height) – Amended plans lodged on 13/05/10..

8 Shore Road – BPCCRA will continue to monitor possible tree work application. An entrance has been created on the Haven Road side of this property. This property is up for sale at is “offers” in excess of £2m.

60A Kings Avenue (Tree Replacement Notices to replant 3 Scots Pines) – Confirmation awaited that the Council”s Arboriculturist visited both 60 and 60a to check tree issues and that letters sent to the owners requesting planting under Treework/Planning conditions.

4.     REPORT RE SOUTHERN POOLE CHAIRMENS” LIAISON GROUP MEETING (28/06/10

Chairman”s Note: I omitted to cover this item in my efforts to conclude the business of the meeting quickly. The Guest Speaker was Poole”s Chief Executive, John McBride, and much of what JMcB had to say and other topics discussed have been reported elsewhere in the Minutes.

5.      REPORT RE CANFORD CLIFFS & PENN HILL AREA COMMITTEE MEETING (14/07/10)

Chairman”s Note: Again, I omitted to cover this item in my efforts to conclude the business of the meeting quickly.

The subject of the new cycle lanes in Penn Hill Ave was discussed at length, particularly as there is no room for cycle lanes at Woodside/Kingsbridge Roads end of Penn Hill Ave. Cllr Parker proposed a review of the scheme after it”s been operation for a while.

The mini-roundabout at the junction of Kingsbridge/Highbridge Road was also the subject of some concern, as pantechnicons using this route, which the Council, in its infinite wisdom, has designated as a Prime Transport Corridor between Poole & Bournemouth find it difficult to negotiate this roundabout.

One pantechnicon recently driving over the roundabout has caused the surface to break up.

One Penn Hill Ave resident, present at the meeting, suggested a one-way system using Balmoral Road, Sandecotes Road and Kingsbridge Road.

6.         ACCOUNTS TO DATE

JS reported that the total funds as at 30th June amounted to £36,023

7.          ANY OTHER BUSINESS

Alexandra Park Lodge – The Council are planning to demolish this property and replace it with a single storey Childrens” Centre at a cost of £280,000. It is intended to submit an application with the intention of it being considered by Planning Committee on 19th August in order for the works to be completed in sufficient time for service delivery from March 2011.

The Children’s Centre will serve families living in the Parkstone, Penn Hill, and Canford Cliffs area.

There is to be two consultation events, both to be held at Alexandra Bowls Club at 10.00am 29th July and 6pm on 11th August. Flyers and information for local residents and parents will be delivered by the end of this week. There is a feeling that it is not just residents who back onto the park who need to be consulted but other groups that use the park on a daily basis. It is also felt that two short notice meetings at the Bowls Club notified by a flyer to residents at the end of this week does not constitute a proper consultation. It is suggested that this on a par with the letter the Council sent regarding the Playbuilder scheme which, again, was only posted to residents who actually backed onto

Bournemouth and Poole’s Building Schools for the Future (BSF) programme -TS said that there was some confusion over the BSF programme i.e.is Ashdown College still to be funded? MH reported that this case still has to be put forward, and the outcome is still uncertain.

Parkstone, Penn Hill & Canford Cliffs Safer Neighbourhood Team meeting & Canford Cliffs Christmas lights – MH reported two dates for the future.

The Safer Neighbourhood Team will meet on Wednesday July 28th 7.00pm at the Conference Room, Civic Centre, Poole and looking ahead, the Canford Cliffs Christmas lights will be switched on on Haven Road on November 12th.

Parking in Ravine Road – Mike Parkin asked if MH had had her chat with the Mazda Car showroom on Haven Road re their use of the car parking spaces on Ravine Road. MH said that this still has to be done.

24 Ravine Road – Mike Parkin gave an up-to-date report on the planning application, currently, under Appeal for 24 Ravine Road. A site visit by the Inspectorate scheduled for July 28 has now been postponed. The house on this site has now been demolished.

Roland Cunnell said that he had “phoned the Planning Inspectorate to enquire about the site visit by the Inspector to land adjacent to 1 Over Links Drive and had been told that tis had not yet been arranged..

The meeting closed at 8.10pm and was concluded with a “glass” and “nibbles.

Date of next Meeting: Wednesday 11th August 2010 in the Main Hall at Branksome St Aldhelm”s Parish Centre (Entrance via Lindsay Road)

Branksome Park Minutes 9th June 2010

MINUTES OF THE BRANKSOME, CANFORD CLIFFS & DISTRICT RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE MEETING

HELD ON WEDNESDAY 09th JUNE 2010 AT 7.30PM

IN THE LOUNGE, BRANKSOME ST. ALDHELM’S PARISH CENTRE
PRESENT:

  • Terry Stewart President John Sprackling Chairman
  • Wayne Hancock Vice-Chairman
  • Keith Alcroft Planning Officer
  • Bob Young Magazine Advertising
  • Carol Parkin Minutes Secretary
  • Cllr Mrs Carole Deas
  • Cllr Mrs May Haines
  • Cllr Neil Sorton
  • Ken Sanson Chairman, Sandbanks Assn
  • Approx 10 Members/Wardens

1. APOLOGIES AND ACCURACY OF MINUTES

JS welcomed CD, MH, NS & KS and all those present.

Apologies: Apologies received from Stan Alfert, Roy Pointer & Chris Stracey

Accuracy: JS said that he would sign the Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting held on 14 April 2010.

2. MATTERS ARISING

Poole Pottery/Old Orchard/Quay Thistle Hotel sites update: JS reported…
1.    Quayside (former Dolphin Quays) development – No new developments

2.    Poole Pottery factory buildings in Sopers Lane (Development of land at York Road to create a 116 bed care home with an associated Day Centre) – Application refused on 29/03/10 now subject to a three day Planning Inquiry (APP/Q1255/A/10/2126019) commencing on 05/10/10.

3.    Former Poole Pottery & Swan Inn site – No new developments

4.    Quay Thistle Hotel site – ditto

5.    Old Orchard House.

39-61 High Street – ditto

Planning Enforcement, TPOs/Tree replacements – update:
JS reported…
Bella Rosa, 37 Haven Road (Erection of blue oblique glass screens positioned around the timber decking area located at the front of the property) – The smoked glass screens have now been replaced by clear glass.

55 Canford Cliffs Road (Removal of the gates, railings, fence and hedge, and the erection of a low stone wall with planting behind) – A Breach of Condition Notice against Barrington Homes requires work to be completed by 29/06/10.

19 Mornish Road (Tree replacement) – A tree replacement notice was served and the Local Planning Authority (LPA) have looked into taking legal action for failing to comply with it. However, it turns out that it is not a criminal offence to fail to comply with a Tree Replacement Notice but a civil matter. There is, at the moment, financial resource issues across the public sector and the unit does not have the resource to pursue this civil matter.
JS reminded members that, at the beginning of the Budget round last September, he wrote to the Leader of the Council, Cllr Dr Brian Leverett, stating that the Assn and other Residents’ Assns regarded it as an unacceptable step to reduce the number of officers performing non-statutory duties such as Tree
Protection, Planning Enforcement and Economic Development. As a result, the budget for the Planning & Regeneration Service Unit was treated as a special case.
It was, unanimously, agreed the Assn should write to the Head of Planning & Regeneration, again, saying that it was the residents’ wish to see the Council actively pursue the tree replacement at 19 Mornish Road to protect Poole’s environment.

15A Westminster Road (Erection of railings over 1 metre high partly along the frontage of 15a Westminster Road, being adjacent to a highway. The boundary treatment then changes to a double close boarded fence over 1 metre high which continues along the frontage of Westminster Road,being adjacent to a highway and then turns South-West and continues down the boundary with Dalkeith Road being also adjacent to a highway)– No new developments

2 Compton Avenue & 93 Lilliput Road (Boundary treatment) – A new hedgerow will be planted once all the work at 4-6 Compton Avenue has been completed.

Compton Acres – There is a small area of offices occupied by a company not associated with the gardens, However, due to the poor wording of planning consent 02/02998/039/F, permission for offices not necessarily ancillary to Compton Acres has been granted. This wording affectively undermines any enforcement action but as the offices let out are only a couple of rooms and, even if the permission was properly worded, it may well not of been expedient for the LPA to take action over such a small change of use.

Community Working Group (CWG), Progress re Sir Michael Pitt’s recommendations & IDeA Report: JS reported that Roy Pointer had attended the Community Working Group meeting on 05/05/10 and said that the Minutes of the meeting would be circulated with the Minutes of tonight’s meeting.
TS has asked for a copy of the draft Community Engagement Forum mentioned in the CWG minutes but has not yet received this. JS said that he would follow this up.
The next Community Working Group meeting is fixed for 21/07/10, 2-4:30pm in the Study, Upton House

Poole Beaches and Coastal Defences: No new developments

Council Tax 2010/11 & Council’s Budget Monitoring report: In the absence of William Mutlow, JS reported on the Council Budget Monitoring Report (01/04/09 – 31/03/10) presented    WM at last night’s Cabinet meeting, which shows a provisional surplus of £3,433m which will be allocated to 2010/11 unearmarked reserves. NS confirmed that this was largely as a result of ‘one offs’ such as the Planning Reward Grant and cannot be relied on for next year. Another windfall was a refund from HMRC of non-domestic rates on Council property.

Poole Partnership: JS reported that, this afternoon, he had attended the Stronger Communities Partnership Meeting. Topics under discussion included…
•    New coalition government ‘Big Society’ policy and implications for the stronger communities agenda
•    The Stronger Communities section of Poole’s Sustainable Community Strategy 2010 – 2026
•    Draft Community Cohesion Strategy
TS pointed out that Eric Pickles, the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, has issued a letter saying that future housing decisions should be devolved down to the relevant council, and he assumes that in future Poole Council will have control of major development sites, and asked JS if there was any comment on that at the meeting. JS replied that there had not been.
CD said that the Conservatives’ Green Paper on Planning was being issued as a White Paper and JS hoped that some of the proposals contained in this would, eventually, be implemented.
Martin Heath commented that it was important that Poole Council had robust policies, such as H4, in its Core Strategy and JS said that public consultation on the subject of ‘saved’ policies was due to take place soon. JS said he would let MH know when the consultation begins. He is already in touch with the appropriate officer about other ‘saved’ policies, namely, BE23 & H10.

Chairman’s note: It is anticipated that public consultation on the Issues & Options/Preferred Approach for proposed Development Management policies will commence on the 2nd August and close on the 1st October.

Canford Cliffs Village & proposal to plant trees in Haven Road: MH reported on progress regarding planting trees on Haven Road, in Canford Cliffs. MH handed out some plans for the planting. These showed four new trees. The two reasons for this are a) that they serve as a traffic calming measure and b) to make the shopping parade a more attractive area.    The arboriculturist says that there would have to be the loss of two car parking spaces in order to make room for the planting of the trees. At a Traders’ meeting yesterday, MH spoke about the scheme but, unfortunately, there is rather a lot of opposition to this from the traders.    May pointed out that the Council have no funding available to pay for this scheme and she will check the actual cost per tree at the meeting next week. Canford Cliffs Land Society will also not be contributing to this scheme.
MH asked the plan could be circulated with the minutes so that residents could feedback their comments and suggestions, before she has the next meeting next Thursday.
There was a lot of discussion from the floor about the proposed scheme – proximity of the bus stop, double parking, parking on double yellow lines etc.
JS wound up this discussion by thanking MH and Keith Alcroft for all the work they have done on

Public Rights of Way:

Westminster Road end of Dalkeith Road – No new developments.

Buccleuch Road to Lakeside Road – ditto

Bessborough Road – ditto

Possible Charitable Status for Assn: JS has still to set up a small Sub-Committee to look at this.

Canford Cliffs Play Area/Pinecliff Gardens (Sunken garden) MH reported that she is still pursuing the Canford Cliffs Play Area. CD gave an update on the Pinecliff sunken garden. This is still going ahead, albeit slowly, and the Council seem to be very pleased that there is local interest in this. CD hopes to hear more this week.

Use of Assn’s Capital Reserve – No new developments but the Notice Board at the Canford Cliffs Library is being well used and is much appreciated by the library staff.

Public Liability Insurance (PLI) – JS is pursuing.

Poole Council’s Business Transformation Programme – No new developments.

BPCCRA Spring 2010 Magazine: JS said that he would like to thank John Gunton for the distribution of the Magazine. Approaches have already been received for advertisements in our Autumn 2010 edition.

Funding for Westbourne Medical Centre and the NHS Dental Practice in Westbourne – Chairman’s note: I omitted to refer to this at our meeting. Members will recall that Jim Wilson raised this at the Assn’s AGM. JW wrote to me on 30/05/10… “…Westbourne Medical partners are meeting with the CEO of the PCT on Tuesday and it is possible that may wish to come back to me. In the meantime, perhaps the (BPCCRA) can give some thought as to who amongst its membership would like to associate themselves by representing the Association on a small oversight committee of say a maximum of one or two persons.”

3. NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

Keith Alcroft reported

6A Dalkeith Road (Demolish existing property and build new contemporary dwelling) – Application registered on 10/05/10 and letter of objection lodged on behalf of Assn on 25/05/10.

Land at 5 Brackenhill (Sever land and erect a three bed detached single storey dwelling, with attached single garage at lower level) – Application registered 01/06/10. KA will look at this one.

4 Lawrence Drive (Demolish existing buildings and erect 1 block of 8 apartments with assoc parking) – Application refused on 05/03/10 is now the subject of an appeal Hearing (APP/Q1255/A/10/2128771) The final date for statements & representations is 01/07/10

Other current planning issues

Former Cafe building, Compton Acres (Change of use of former cafe building A3 to playschool D1) – Application registered on 06/04/10. Likely to be approved subject to a condition which would limit the use of the gate to outside of the playschool operation hours. The owners of Compton Acres still wish to use the gate for occasional service access which prevents its permanent closure. Any condition imposed would also restrict further accesses being created through the East (Canford Cliffs Road) & North (private road) boundaries as the above condition would not restrict this

11 Leicester Road (a) Outline application to erect a 59 bedroom care home (class C2) with associated parking (15 spaces), bin & cycle store (revised scheme) (APP/Q1255/A/09/2118175) & (b) Conservation Area application to demolish existing dwelling & associated buildings (revised scheme) (APP/Q1255/E/09/2118176) – Awaiting Planning Inspector’s Decision letter.

The Cottage, Kingsgate, 7 The Avenue
(a) Demolish existing and erect a block of 5 apartments and associated garages) – Application was refused by Planning Committee on 25/03/10 but subject to ‘Written representations’ appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2126736) Final date for statements & representations was 02/06/10.
(b) Erect a detached house on land adjacent to The Cottage and erect detached garage to The Cottage.
– Application registered on 01/06/10.

5 Highmoor Road (Demolish existing building and erect 1 block of 9 apartments with basement parking, bin & cycle stores) – Application was due be determined at Planning Committee meeting on 15/04/10 but this was deferred.

2 Tower Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect 3no. detached houses with integral garages) – Application refused on 05/05/10.

11 Westminster Road (Demolition of the existing building and construction of three detached houses with associated parking and access. (revised scheme – Application refused on 17/05/10 is now the subject of a appeal Hearing (APP/Q1255/A/10/2129589) The final date for statements & representations is 20/07/10

7 Lakeside Road (Erect a three storey block of six x two bed flats and one three bed duplex with basement parking. (Revised scheme) – Application refused on 19/05/10.

24 Ravine Road
(a) (Demolish existing dwelling and erect replacement dwelling with integral garaging. (Revised scheme) Amended plans received 08/12/09 and 25/01/10) – Application refused under delegated authority on 29/01/10 is now the subject of appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2122302) to be determined by Written Representations. The final date for Statements & representations was 29/03/10.
(b) (Erection of replacement dwelling (revised application) – Application granted by Planning Committee at meeting on 03/06/10.
Other current planning issues

2 Crawshaw Road
(a) Demolish existing dwelling and erect two 3-bed detached houses with associated parking)
– Application withdrawn on 13/04/10.
(b) Demolish existing dwelling and erect x 2 detached dwellings with on site parking. (Revised Scheme) – Application registered 25/05/10. Local concerns.

Land adj 1 Over Links Drive (Sever land and erect a new detached house (Revised Scheme) – Application refused by Planning Committee on 10/12/09 is subject of a ‘Written Representations’ appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2120940) The final date for statements & representations was 10/03/10.

6 Durrant Road Demolish existing dwelling and erect x2 detached dwellings. (Revised Scheme) As amended by plans received 01/10/09) – Application refused under delegated authority on 11/12/09, now the subject of Written Representations appeals (APP/Q1255/A/10/2121180). The final date for Statements & representations was 10/03/10.

Canford Cliffs, Promenade 2 (a) Construction of 18 new beach huts – Application No: 08/24380/005/F & (b) Conservation Area application to demolish 8 beach huts (nos 99-106) adjacent to Canford Cliffs Chine. Application No: 08/24380/007/U The applications were registered as long ago as 22/01/08 &13/02/08 respectively. MH will keep the Assn advised of any further developments.

4-6 Compton Avenue (Non material amendment of planning permission 06/12687/005/F to extend basement parking, an additional staircase, two roof lights, convert half gable window to full height) – Amended plans lodged on 13/05/10..

8 Shore Road – BPCCRA will continue to monitor possible tree work application.    An entrance has been created on the Haven Road side of this property. This property is up for sale at is ‘offers’ in excess of £2m.

60A Kings Avenue (Tree Replacement Notices to replant 3 Scots Pines) – Confirmation awaited that the Council’s Arboriculturist visited both 60 and 60a to check tree issues and that letters sent to the owners requesting planting under Treework/Planning conditions.

4.    ACCOUNTS TO DATE – JS reported that the total funds as at 31st May amounted to £35,726.

5.    ANY OTHER BUSINESS

Vice- Chairman – JS reported that, following his plea for a Vice-Chairman at the Assn’s AGM, Wayne Hancock had volunteered to take on this role. JS thanked WH for agreeing to be Vice- Chairman and his appointment was, unanimously, approved with a show of hands.

Overhanging Hedge at Kenilworth Court, 3 Western Road – MH reported that the hedge encroaches onto the pavement, which is not wide to start with, leaving no room for two people to pass easily. She has arranged a meeting between herself, a Highways Enforcement Officer and a representative of Kennilworth Court. Where the hedge has already been cut back it looks rather unsightly, as Leylandii does not regenerate. Mike Parkin pointed out that these dead parts are quite dangerous as they are at eye level. JS expressed the hope that the Management Committee of Kenilworth Court might be willing to replace the existing hedge with another hedge.

Date of next meeting – This would normally be held on Wednesday 14th July 2010 but this clashes with next Canford Cliffs & Penn Hill Area Committee meeting. It was agreed to change the date of the Assn’s meeting to 21/07/10. This meeting will be concluded by ‘Wine & nibbles’ to enable members to meet socially.

Lilliput Medical Centre (LMC) – The Elms Estate Assn (EEA) would welcome members’ support for the Council’s proposal to make a modest extension to the existing yellow lines at the junction of Elms Avenue/Sandbanks Road; also, to impose No Waiting and No Loading [at any time] restrictions.
Details of the proposals have been posted close to the Lilliput Medical Centre and published in the Advertiser [03/06/2010]. Full details can be obtained from Transportation Services [Steve Dean]
Any objections against or support for the proposal must be submitted by 01/07/2010
EEA fully supports the proposal which is designed to [1] avoid congestion at the junction of a very busy main road [2] prevent tail back from the entrance to the LMC car park [3] improve sight lines at the entrance to the car park.
It is anticipated that the proposal, in conjunction with constructive and ongoing discussions between EEA, the LMC landlord and occupiers regarding better layout and management of the car park, and designed to create more tuning space, will encourage more visitors to use the carpark instead of Elms Avenue. It is often the case that parking spaces remain unused because visitors experience problems at the entrance/exit and/or moving around the car park.

branksomepark,com website – The webmaster. Tom Thurston, posted his first ever ‘news’ item on 26/05/10 about the alleged arson attack at 11 Leicester Road the site. JS said that Tom would like other similar news items + photos to post on the website.

The meeting closed at 8.15pm

Date of next Meeting: Wednesday 21st    July 2010 in the Main Hall at Branksome St Aldhelm’s    All Parish Centre (Entrance via Lindsay Road)

Chairman’s Note: Members may be interested in the following letter which I’ve just received.

Legal & Democratic Services
Borough of Poole, Civic Centre, Poole, Dorset BH15 2RU

Operator: (01202) 633633 Fax: (01202) 633706

DX No. 123820 POOLE 7 boroughofpoole.com

Direct Dial: (01202) 633036

Please ask for: Steve Cattle E-mail: s.cattle@poole.gov.uk Your Ref: Our Ref: SC/jab Date: 7 June 2010

Mr J Sprackling 23 Lindsay Road Branksome Park Poole BH13 6AN

Dear Sir/Madam

FOOTPATH NO.82 – DEFINITIVE MAP MODIFICATION ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE CANFORD CLIFFS AND PENN HILL AREA COMMITTEE ON 19 JULY 2010
I write to advise you that a special Meeting of the Canford Cliffs and Penn Hill Area Committee will be held
on Monday, 19 July 2010 at 10am in the Conference Room, Civic Centre, Poole to consider the making of a
Definitive Map Modification Order in respect of Footpath 82 (Spur) between Sandbanks Marina Yacht Boatyard and No.48 Panorama Road, Poole. The Constitution requires that Area Committees shall have responsibility to deal with various functions relating to public rights of way, including the power to make a Definitive Map Modification Order. This Meeting will be open to the public and an Agenda and Report will be available in due course. –
It is anticipated that a number of people would wish to make representations at the Meeting and, therefore, it has been necessary to devise guidance on who will be able to speak and for how long. Therefore, the following will apply for this Meeting: • Those persons wishing to speak at the Meeting must register with the Assistant Democratic Services Manager, either by telephone (01202 633026) or by e-mall: s.cattle@poole.gov.uk no later than 24 hours before the commencement of the Meeting on 19 July 2010
• Speakers will be decided on a first come basis • Up to a maximum of 4 people can speak for each side and speakers will be given no more than 5 minutes each, (up to a maximum of 20 minutes for each side) • At the end of the debate, speakers who have registered will be allocated a further one minute to sum up.
If you require clarification on any of the information contained in this letter, please do not hesitate to contact me. As mentioned above, the Agenda and associated report will be available on the Council’s Website from Friday, 9 July 2010, or you may obtain a copy direct from me.
Yours sincerely

Steve Cattle

Assistant Democratic Services Manager

T.M. Martin LL.B Solicitor

Head of Legal & Democratic Services

BPCCRA Minutes May 15th 2010

MINUTES OF THE FIFTIETH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF THE BRANKSOME PARK, CANFORD CLIFFS AND DISTRICT RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION, HELD AT 10.30am

ON SATURDAY, 15th MAY 2010 IN THE MAIN HALL

AT BRANKSOME ST ALDHELM’S PARISH CENTRE

PRESENT:

  • Mr Terry Stewart President
  • Mr John Sprackling Chairman
  • Mr Paul Fearnley Hon Treasurer
  • Mr Keith Alcroft Planning Officer
  • Mr John Gunton Magazine Editor
  • Mr Stan Alfert Data Protection Officer
  • Mrs. Carol Parkin Secretary
  • Robert Syms MP
  • Cllr Mrs May Haines
  • Cllr Neil Sorton

And approx 50 Members/Wardens of the Association

1. WELCOME

The Chairman thanked everyone for coming along. In particular, he welcomed the guests mentioned above and the Guest Speaker, Warren Lever, Poole Council’s Environment and Design

2. APOLOGIES

Apologies were received from Cllr Mrs Carole Deas (Flight delayed), Michael Bond, Jamie Pride, Richard Dimbleby. Late apologies from Mrs I Ricketts.

3. AGM 2008 MINUTES:  Accuracy & Matters Arising

The Chairman reminded members that the Minutes of the AGM held on 2nd May 2009 had been included in the Autumn 2009 magazine.  The Chairman said that he had not been contacted about their accuracy and asked for a show of hands to approve the Minutes as no queries had arisen.  This was given and the Minutes were approved.

4. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

The Chairman proposed to limit his report to the up-dating of items included in the Spring 2019 magazine as follows:

Canford Cliffs Village & Canford Cliffs Play Area

Proposal to plant trees in Haven Road: There has now been some movement on this.  Cllr Mrs May Haines and Keith Alcroft, the Association’s Planning Officer, attended a discussion on the options at the Council Offices.   The Council needs to have further discussions with Transportation Services, as it transpires that there will be a need to remove two or three of the car parking spaces on the North side of Haven Road to accommodate the trees.  The Assn is aware that this idea may not find favour with either the traders on Haven Road or the residents.

Canford Cliffs Play Area: At the last Canford Cliffs and Penn Hill Area Committee, it was agreed that the Planning Obligation Working Group together with Leisure Services reconsider the installation of the CC play area for the current municipal year as funding is already in place.

Quayside (former Dolphin Quays) development, former Poole Pottery & Swan Inn, Old Orchard House, Quay Thistle Hotel & former Poole Pottery factory buildings in Sopers Lane

Former Poole Pottery Site, Land at junction of Sopers Lane & York Road (Development of land at York Road to create a 116 bed care home with an associated Day Centre) – this application was  refused by the  Planning Committee meeting at their meeting on 25/03/10 and this is now subject to an appeal to be determined at a Planning Inquiry to be held in August or October 2010.  This key brownfield site has been designated for use as a Science Park.

Quay Thistle Hotel – The controversial application to demolish the existing hotel and erect a 149 bed hotel with 10 flats above; 133 flats in four blocks and a terrace of 11 houses was withdrawn, at the invitation of the Local Planning Authority, earlier this month.

Poole Borough Council – Committee Dates – At last Tuesday’s Full Council meeting, the current administration voted to change the start time of all Planning Committee meetings to 2.00pm. The new Vice-Chairman of the Planning Committee is Cllr Mrs Judy Butt.  Cllr Mrs Janet Walton has had to stand down from this Committee as she has been appointed Portfolio Holder for Children & Young Peoples’ Services to replace Cllr Tony Woodcock.

Use of Assn’s Capital Reserve – The Assn has funded the new noticeboard at the Canford Cliffs Library: It has also offered financial assistance for the extension of Canford Cliffs Library and plants at the Sunken Garden at Pinecliff Gardens.  It may offer financial assistance with the plant of trees in Haven Road.

Vice Chairman – the Chairman advised that the Association is still looking for a Vice Chairman and JS thanked the President, Terry Stewart, for covering this role and for his support during the year

5.            TREASURER’S REPORT AND APPOINTMENT OF AUDITOR

The Chairman advised there was nothing further to add to the Income and Expenditure Account included in the Spring 2010 magazine.

6.     APPOINTMENT OF AUDITOR:

Peter Schofield had audited the Accounts and has agreed to continue for a further year.  JS asked for approval by the meeting and this was given by a show of hands.

7.            ELECTION OF CHAIRMAN

Terry Stewart said how everybody must be immensely impressed, as to the thoroughness of John Sprackling as the Chairman of the Association, and even though there was some concern for John’s health in the future, he would like to propose that John continue as the Chairman, and asked for a seconder.  It was seconded by John Gunton and carried unanimously.

JS thanked everyone for their support and said that how much he enjoyed being the Chairman.  He went on to say that John Defty had had to resign from the Treasurer’s position to care for his wife

  1. 8. ELECTION OF EXECUTIVE

JS proposed that the following members be elected as the executive committee for the coming year. A show of hands carried the motion.

President Terry Stewart

Chairman John Sprackling

Vice Chairman Vacant

Treasurer Paul Fearnley

Membership Secretary Michael Bond

Planning Officer Keith Alcroft

Secretary/Minute Secretary Carol Parkin

Data Protection Officer Stan Alfert

Magazine Editor John Gunton

Magazine Advertising Bob Young

Funding for Westbourne Medical Centre and the NHS Dental Practice in Westbourne – Whilst our Guest Speaker setting up for his presentation, the Chairman invited Jim Wilson, a member of the Association, to speak about NHS financial support for two of its services in the area covered by the Association.

JW opened by telling the meeting that he was formerly Chairman of the Poole Primary Care Trust. Over the last few months, he has become increasingly concerned about the amount of money that is likely to be cut from NHS services in this area.  Despite what each of the political parties are saying major cuts are well underway.  Two examples of this locally are:

  1. The refusal by Bournemouth & Poole NHS Primary Care Trust to honour some of the Running Costs (excluding Capital costs) of the previously agreed extension to the Westbourne Medical Centre. The extension is to provide better medical services for residents in our area which are much needed and will be more so when the cuts start having some effect on our two local hospitals.
  1. Turning to the NHS Dental Practice in Westbourne, the PCT agrees that the practice does not receive the full cost tariff which is given to other dental practices in the nearby area. The Dental Practice has taken on nearly 1 million pounds of their own liability on premises to improve dental facilities and was previously given the indication that they would receive funding to support the dental practice.  However, doubt has now been expressed that this will be so.

JW believes it is in the Association’s interest to take an active interest in the Primary Care Trust’s decisions, and called for somebody in the Association to take on this responsibility.

The Chairman said that it would be put down on the Agenda for the Association’s next monthly meeting.

7.    PRESENTATION BY WARREN LEVER, POOLE COUNCIL’S ENVIRONMENT AND DESIGN TEAM   MANAGER.

JS welcomed the Guest Speaker

NB Awaiting for Warren’s transcript for inclusion

Mr. Lever then took questions from the floor.

Dennis Riley opened by pointing out the awfulness of the area around Poole Bus Station.  Mr. Riley also pointed out that the density of Canford Cliffs was not being maintained; demolishing one house and building three or four in its place, or a block of flats for instance.

He also said that there was a trend to build blocks of flats higher than the three stories originally agreed.

Mr. Lever answered by saying that first of all the LPA recognises the shortfalls of the bus station area and is currently working hard to make changes.

In order to comply with the last Government’s building programme, tall blocks of flats need to be built, and all that the LPA can do is to try to ensure that they are the right design and in the right place.

JS asked Mr. Lever if he could comment on the sub division of plots in Canford Cliffs.

Mr. Lever replied that this is something for the LPA to look at.

Terry Stewart commented that he was glad that Mr. Lever admits that Poole does not have a vision for the future.

He pointed out that even though Poole Quay was a Conservation Area, the LPA have more or less  accepted a terrible design for the rebuilding of the Thistle Hotel site and asks when are we going  to get really good control of the design of our most historic sites within the borough.

Mr. Lever pointed out that approval had not been given by the LPA  to the design to rebuild the Thistle Hotel, but there is a Planning Performance Agreement, which is a different thing, and is essentially a project execution plan for an application not approval of the application as such.

Barry Weir asked Mr. Lever to confirm that the restraints on design do not apply outside of the Conservation Areas.

Mr. Lever confirmed that the restraints do not apply to demolition, although PPS 1 is overarching.

Roy Pointer asked Mr. Lever how the LPA deals with the situation where in previous years they have made a ‘mistake’ and allowed an unsuitable building to be built in a conservation area and an application is made for a similar design, quoting the previous one as a precedent.

Mr. Lever replied that this could be difficult; however, if the prevailing character of the street is red brick for instance, an application going against this should be fairly easy to defend.

John Gunton asked about the Third Party Appeal procedure, and Mr. Lever replied that he was probably not the right person to talk about this.

The Chairman then thanked Mr. Lever for his presentation.

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

The Chairman welcomed Mr. Robert Syms (MP) who then gave a short talk.

Mr. Syms opened by explaining the arithmetic of Parliament following the election i.e. how the parliamentary seat numbers added up and led to the present situation of a Conservative/Lib.Dem Coalition.  David Cameron had to put aside Party interests in favour of national interest. The arrangement will require give and take between the two parties and Mr. Simms wishes both David Cameron and Nick Clegg well in doing the best for our country.

Mr. Syms then went on to tell the meeting about a Conservative Green Paper for Planning which addresses many of the concerns of people at the meeting, and that he expects a White Paper will be produced soon, setting out changes to the Planning system. For example, it is anticipated the White Paper will give more power to Local Authorities, and increased fines may be introduced that reflect property values to prevent developers riding roughshod over the system. He hopes that the changes will benefit Poole.

He finished off by saying that there has been a detrimental effect on suburban areas, not only in Poole, by classifying them as brownfield sites leading to a lot of inappropriate development, and he is sure that the new government will do its best to protect our environment and inheritance.

  1. 9. REFRESHMENTS

There being no further questions, the Chairman closed the meeting at 12.15am and invited members to stay for refreshments.

Conservative Robert Syms wins Poole seat

Robert Syms secured his fourth term for Poole. Mr Syms won with a 7,541 majority over the Lib Dems, winning 22,532 of the 47,436 votes (47.5%).  Lib Dems 31.6%. Labour 12.74%

As Juliette Astrup reported for the Daily Echo:

CONSERVATIVE Robert Syms has romped to victory in his battle for a fourth term in Poole – polling his largest majority yet. Mr Syms won 22,532 votes – a majority of 7,541 – that”s 1,553 more than in his 2005 win. But in second place the Liberal Democrats once again built on their share, winning 14,991 votes – up from 11,583 in 2005. The swing appeared to come from Labour – which saw its vote in Poole drop by more than 3,000.

Mr Syms appeared relaxed and confident throughout the count at the Lighthouse arts centre, which continued into the early hours, with the declaration being made by returning officer Paul Morris shortly before 5am. In his acceptance speech Mr Syms thanked the his “wonderful supporters”, and his opponents for a It only takes a minute!The Gladiator Jackpot slot just got even mightier, with the release of Betfred Casino’s blockbuster game on mobile!Enjoy a time-honoured classic in a thrilling new format with the Premium Series European casino Roulette !Play our fantastic new Hulk slot, now available on Betfred Mobile Casino as well as on our website!Play up to 100 lines in a single round with Jacks or Better Multi-Hand at Betfred Casino!Enjoy the craic at the Plenty O’Fortune slot and fill your boots with some grand prizes at Betfred Casino!Join the Chinese festival and enjoy a year of good fortune in the Wu Long slot at Betfred Casino!Sign up for a free account now. “traditional fair fight”. Predicting a Tory government, he added: “It”s a good result for Poole, and I think a good result for the country.” He added: “I look forward to the years ahead when I am sure we will be the party of government. We will be responsible and do our best to deliver a better Britain.” He told the Daily Echo he was raring to go and would have to “get used to sitting on the other side” in the commons.

Borough of Poole councillor and Liberal Democrat candidate Philip Eades said: “It”s a big increase in support for us in the Poole constituency. There”s obviously been a major swing to the Conservatives nationally, and that”s hard for me to fight against locally, but I”m absolutely delighted with the increase to almost 15,000 – it”s beyond the target we set ourselves.”

Labour candidate Jason Sanderson polled 6,041 – compared with 9,376 votes for Labour in 2005. UKIP”s Nick Wellstead came in fourth with 2,507 – almost 1,000 more than the previous election. The BNP more than doubled their votes – with candidate David Holmes polling 1,188. Independent Ian Northover won 177 votes.Voter turnout in the constituency increased from 63.30 per cent to 65 per cent.

Full article www.bournemouthecho.co.uk

Identity Fraud threat after post stolen from external post boxes

p>Dear Resident

THEFT OF MAIL FROM EXTERNAL MAIL BOXES

Following a number of recent thefts from external mail boxes situated on the garden wails of large houses in the Dorset area, Police are asking residents to be extra careful and to be aware of “id theft”.

Officers from the Economic Crime Unit want to make residents aware that theft from mail boxes, to offenders opening up credit card accounts and taking out loans in your name, which you will r about until you are refused a credit card or you start receiving letters from solicitors or debt coilectors, debts that aren’t yours.

To lower your chances of becoming a victim, please consider taking the following action:

  • Stop using your external mail box. if you can not do this then ensure it is secure i.e. mail cannot be retrieved from the slot with a hand or instrument.
  • Promptly remove mail. If a piece of mail does not arrive or you stop receiving mail, chase up with the sender or contact the post office.
  • If you go on holiday, get a neighbour or fnend to remove the mail and keep it safely for your return
  • Regularly check your personal credit file (this costs as little as £2) from a credit reference agency (Experian, Equifax, CallCredit) to see if it includes any entries you do not recognise follow up any recent accounts you do not recognise.
  • www.callcredit.plc.uk telephone 0870 060 1414
  • www.equifax.co.uk telephone 0870 010 0583
  • www.experian.co.uk telephone 0870 241 6212
  • Register with CIFAS protective registration www.cifas.org.uk. When an application is made to open an account, the financial institution will check your credit rating with one of the age mentioned above. They will then undertake additional verification checks to ensure the application is genuine. You will have to pay for this service.

If you would like any more information then please contact me on the above number or contact) local Safer Neighbourhood Team Officer on 01202 22 22 22.

Thank you.

Debbie Oldfield

Crime Reduction Advisor

Bournemouth and Poole Division

Dorset Police

BPCCRA Minutes March 10th 2010

MINUTES OF THE BRANKSOME, CANFORD CLIFFS & DISTRICT

RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION EXECUTIVE MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY 10th MARCH 2010 AT 7.30PM IN THE LOUNGE, BRANKSOME ST. ALDHELM”S PARISH CENTRE

PRESENT:

  • John Sprackling  Chairman
  • Keith Alcroft            Planning Officer
  • John Defty          Treasurer
  • Stan Alfert              Data Protection Officer
  • Bob Young          Magazine Advertising
  • Val Short             Minutes Secretary
  • Cllr Carole Deas             Ward Councillor
  • Cllr Neil Sorton                         ditto
  • Ken Sanson          Chairman, Sandbanks Assn
  • 20 Members/Wardens

1. APOLOGIES AND ACCURACY OF MINUTES

JS welcomed CD & NS and all those present.

Apologies: Apologies received from Terry Stewart (Holiday), Cllr Mrs May Haines, Roy Pointer & William Mutlow who are attending the Annual Community Groups meeting, Roland Cunnell & Ray Wylde. Late apologies from John Fox.

Accuracy: JS said that he would sign the Minutes as a true and accurate record of the meeting held on 10 February 2010.

2. MATTERS ARISING

Poole Pottery/Old Orchard/Quay Thistle Hotel sites update: JS reported…

  1. 1. Quayside (former Dolphin Quays) developmentNo new developments
  2. 2. Poole Pottery factory buildings in Sopers Lane – ditto
  3. Former Poole Pottery & Swan Inn site – ditto
  4. Quay Thistle Hotel site – ditto
  5. Old Orchard House. 39-61. High Street – Coltham (Orchard) Ltd was due to make a Employment contribution under the S106 agreement of £104,910.35 on 01/01/10 but this has not yet been received.

Planning Enforcement, TPOs/Tree replacements – update:

JS reported… 

Bella Rosa, 37 Haven Road (Erection of blue oblique glass screens positioned around the timber decking area located at the front of the property – Enforcement Appeal APP/Q1255/C/09/2112004) The Inspector dismissed both appeals on 05/03/10, upheld the enforcement notice served and varied the period of compliance from “14 days” to “two months”. This restaurant is currently being offered for sale for £100.000.

75 Canford Cliffs Road (Alterations to existing entrance to form new vehicular access with gates) No new developments

55 Canford Cliffs Road (Front boundary treatment and gates does not comply with Branksome Park Conservation Area Character Appraisal and Management Plan)ditto

        19 Mornish Road (Tree replacement) ditto

        15A Westminster Road (Erection of railings over 1 metre high partly along the frontage of 15a Westminster Road, being adjacent to a highway. The boundary treatment then changes to a double close boarded fence over 1 metre high which continues along the frontage of Westminster Road,being adjacent to a highway and then turns South-West and continues down the boundary with Dalkeith Road being also adjacent to a highway)ditto

        2 Compton Avenue & 93 Lilliput Road (Boundary treatment)ditto

              Poole Beaches and Coastal Defences: No new developments

              Council Tax 2010/11 & Council”s Budget Monitoring report: NS reported that the current forecast underspend is £1.3m/£1.4m on a turnover of £100m, after of deduction of a “windfall” Housing & Planning Delivery Grant of £1.1m.

              Poole Partnership: JS reported that he had attended the Stronger Communities Partnership meeting on  03/03/10.  The principle item on the Agenda was the update of the Sustainable Community Strategy, following on from the State of the Area Debate.

              Canford Cliffs Village & proposal to plant trees in Haven Road: KA reported that Cllr May Haines is trying to arrange a meeting, but this is unlikely to happen before Easter.

              Public Rights of Way:

              Westminster Road end of Dalkeith RoadThe Authority has made the decision to improve the lower section of the path as the unmade section meets the tarmac. The works will be carried out on 20/03/10. At this time the stones that have been erected will be moved to the side but left on site for collection by the owner, the kerb stone and ditches will be removed to create a 2.5m wide section of ramped footpath suitable for pedestrian use and DDA compliant (Disability Discrimination Act).

              The works will photographed and catalogued and should in the future these works be damaged, the stones re-erected or any other obstruction placed on this or any other section the Authority will recover their reasonable costs from the person/s responsible

              Buccleuch Road to Lakeside RoadSA said he is “chasing”  This has been ongoing for 3 years; last year SA was informed “ “they” thought it was a highway and that someone vaguely remembered driving down it in the past”  Local residents want it to be registered as a footpath or byway.  SA will continue to remind the council every year.

              NS commented that there is only one Rights of Way officer, so action does not happen swiftly!

              Bessborough Road – No new developments.

              Possible Charitable Status for Assn: JS has still to set up a small Sub-Committee to look at this.

              Canford Cliffs Play Area/Pinecliff Gardens (Sunken garden): JS reported that the plants that five different plant species been selected for the two beds in the sunken garden.

              The cost will be £469.41 for 115 plants total (5 different plant species selected to make up this 115) and the Council were hoping that this could be funded by the Assn.

              Daphne Howell informed the meeting that she is very disappointed by how Pinecliff Gardens looks now, she outlined the history of the gardens, which were previously lawns with borders and then planted with colourful flowers each year.  More recently the flower beds had been replaced with ‘Mediterranean’ style planting, which has not flourished and now looks very bedraggled.

              DH suggested that all the plants should be removed, the soil covered by black plastic and pebbles with just a few attractive colourful drought resistant plants. After some discussion it was agreed that CD should liaise with DH and arrange a meeting with the officers and report back.

              The possibility of a volunteer group to either assist with the planting, and maybe maintain the garden was also discussed.

              It was agreed to defer a decision on whether the Assn should contribute to the planting until the other options had been investigated.

              Canford Cliffs Play area –  CD is still chasing this, but it will not be done until some time next year.

              NS commented that the upgrade of 22 play areas identified under the Playbuilder Scheme has to be completed by 2011, so these play areas have to be dealt with first.

              Use of Assn”s Capital Reserve & Canford Cliffs Library Noticeboard:  JS reported that the Canford Cliffs Library noticeboard is now in place but disappointment has been expressed about the legibility of the recognition.

              Members agreed that the Assn should request the wording to be changed to black or some other colour which is more legible

              Public Liability Insurance (PLI) –  JS is pursuing.

              3.  NEW HOUSING DEVELOPMENT

              KA reported…

              24 Ravine Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect replacement dwelling with integral garaging. (Revised scheme) Amended plans received 08/12/09 and 25/01/10) – Application refused under delegated authority on 29/01/10 is now the subject of appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2122302) to be determined by Written Representations. The final date for Statements & representations is 29/03/10.

              JS suggested that Members might like to write to the Planning Inspectorate (using the on-line facility available via the Planning Inspectorate”s website <http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/public/planning/appeals/search/>) to show the strength of local feeling.

              4 Lawrence Drive (Demolish existing buildings and erect 1 block of 8 apartments with assoc parking) – Application refused on 05/03/10.

              2 Crawshaw Road (Demolish existing dwelling and erect two 3-bed detached houses with associated parking) – Application registered 24/02/10.  Local concerns.

              JS reported…

              1 Westminster Road East (Demolish existing and erect a 3 storey single dwelling and garage with associated vehicular access) – Application refused on 04/03/10.

              The Cottage, Kingsgate, 7 The Avenue (Demolish existing and erect a block of 5 apartments and associated garages) – Application registered on 08/02/10. Previous applications to Demolish existing property and erect 5 replacement Townhouses) withdrawn.

              CD said that she has written to the Head of Planning & Regeneration about the driveway to the site and he has agreed to speak with the officers about this.

              29 Links Road (Demolish existing dwelling and sever land to erect 2 detached town houses) – Application granted subject to Unilateral Undertaking at Planning Committee meeting on 11/02/10.

              Land adj 1 Over Links Drive (Sever land and erect a new detached house (Revised Scheme) – Application refused by Planning Committee on 10/12/09 is now to be the subject of a “Written Representations” appeal (APP/Q1255/A/10/2120940) and not a Hearing. The final date for Statements & representations is 10/03/10.

              Other current planning issues

              5 Highmoor Scott Koenigsberg, gm of free casino games at Zynga, told The Daily Telegraph that “old school gamers” who're a “much more engaged” kind of player as well as japan developed Montopia and Ayakashi games, he stated: “Many in our free casino games attract a really broad swathe of gamers however these free casino games are suitable for an infinitely more male audience who're a lot more engaged. Road (Demolish existing building and erect 1 block of 9 apartments with basement parking, bin & cycle stores) – Application registered 03/02/10.  Local concerns.

              11 Leicester Road

              (a) Outline application to erect a 59 bedroom care home (class C2) with associated parking (15 spaces), bin & cycle store (revised scheme) – (APP/Q1255/A/09/2118175)

              (b) Conservation Area application to demolish existing dwelling & associated buildings (revised scheme) – (APP/Q1255/E/09/2118176)

              Planning Inquiry has been fixed for 20/04/10 and three days had been set aside for this.  This will be an important test case for Branksome Park

              6 Durrant Road Demolish existing dwelling and erect x2 detached dwellings. (Revised Scheme) As amended by plans received 01/10/09) – Application refused under delegated authority on 11/12/09, now the subject of Written Representations appeals (APP/Q1255/A/10/2121180). The final date for Statements & representations is 10/03/10

              24 Cliff Drive (Extension to existing beach hut & relocate steps (revised Scheme) – Letter of objection lodged on behalf of Assn on 08/01/10.

              Canford Cliffs, Promenade 2 (a) Construction of 18 new beach huts – Application No: 08/24380/005/F & (b) Conservation Area application to demolish 8 beach huts (nos 99-106) adjacent to Canford Cliffs Chine. Application No: 08/24380/007/U The applications were registered as long ago as 22/01/08 &13/02/08 respectively.  MH will keep the Assn advised of any further developments.

              4-6 Compton Avenue (Non material amendment of planning permission 06/12687/005/F to extend basement parking, an additional staircase, two roof lights, convert half gable window to full height) – Application registered on 14/10/09.  There is a technical issue regarding the minor amendment, in relation to correctly linking the amendment scheme to the section 106 agreement of permission 07/12687/006/F which the LPA are trying to sought out with the agent.

              8 Shore Road – BPCCRA will continue to monitor possible tree work application.   An entrance has been created on the Haven Road side of this property.  This property is up for sale at is “offers” in excess of £2m.

              60A Kings Avenue (Tree Replacement Notices to replant 3 Scots Pines) – Confirmation awaited that the Council”s Arboriculturist visited both 60 and 60a to check tree issues and that letters sent to the owners requesting planting under Treework/Planning conditions.

              4. ACCOUNTS TO DATE – JS thanked John Defty who stepped down at this meeting having served as Hon Treasurer for eight years and presented a “bottle” as a token of the Assn”s appreciation.

              John Defty”s role is being taken over by Paul Fearnley.

              Chairman”s Note: JD has sent a signed copy of the Terms of Engagement to Schofields.  I should have sought agreement to the change in bank signatories but I will need to action this at our next meeting.

              5.                ANY OTHER BUSINESS

              Warning about external post boxes: A letter had been circulated by Dorset Police warning residents about a spate of ID theft after post has been stolen from external post boxes in the wall or at the gate of large houses in the area. The letter makes particular reference to large properties however external post boxes are often used for blocks of flats and apartments where residents prefer the security of restricted access.

              CCTV – The Oasis, Lindsay Road has suffered several thefts of bicycles from its “compound” at the rear of the premises. CCTV has recently been installed, which has proved extremely effective in assisting the police to identify, and subsequently apprehend, the miscreants.

              National Organisation of Residents” Associations AGM – JS reported that he attended the National Organisation of Residents” Associations AGM in London and the Guest Speaker was Robert Upton, Deputy Chair of the Infrastructure Planning Commission (Chairman: Sir Michael Pitt) which started its work on 01/03/10.

              Poole Council”s Business Transformation Programme – One of our members, Mr Gell, is taking a great interest in this project, which has now been running three years and is concerned about the poor communication about this project to residents.

              BPCCRA Spring 2010 Magazine: – Copy required by 29th March in order to have the magazines ready for distribution during the week commencing 19 April.

              Friends of Poole Park AGM – To be held at the Civic Centre on 22/03/10 at 7.00pm

              Minutes Secretary – JS thanked Val Short who stepped down at this meeting having served as Minutes Secretary for six years and presented a pot of primroses as a token of the Assn”s appreciation.

              Val Short”s role is being taken over by Carol Parkin.

              The meeting closed at 8.30pm

              Date of next meeting: The next meeting is Wednesday 14th April 2010 in the Main Hall at Branksome St Aldhelm”s Parish Centre (Entrance via Lindsay Road)

              Parkstone, Penn Hill & Canford Cliffs Safer Neighbourhood Newsletter Feb 2010

              h3>Restorative Justice for victim

              The Parkstone, Penn Hill & Canford Cliffs Safer Neighbourhood Team (SNT) held a Restorative Justice session involving three offenders who were responsible for throwing eggs at a property. Following consultation with the victim, it was agreed that the offences should be dealt with under the new Restorative Reprimand scheme, which is being pioneered by Dorset Police. The youths listened to the victim and learned how their actions had made the victim feel. They also apologised to the victim directly, offered their pocket money to pay for cleaning the windows and offered to clean the victim’s car. Restorative Reprimands such as these can be issued for low-level crimes committed by young people aged 10 to 17 years old, if they admit the offence. Unlike a usual reprimand, it brings together the offender and the victim to try to put things right.

              Current Priorties

              From Public meeting on 27 October 2009. You have told us that the following issues are important in your neighbourhood:

              • Tackling domestic and commercial burglaries
              • Parkins around Baden Powell and St Peters Schools
              • Speeding around Broadwater Avenue

              Your Safer Neighbourhood Team Home Safety Checklist

              Following the busy period at the start of the New Year, it is easy to forget the simple measures that ensure the safety of you, your home and your personal possessions as we head into Spring. Dorset Police is asking residents to remain vigilant and be aware of who is calling at their door, in a bid to prevent distraction burglaries. Officials from all councils across Dorset and employees of utility companies will always carry identification with them so the advice is – if you are in any doubt about the person at your door, don’t let them in. All council staff are required to wear ID badges at all times which will be offered when carrying out visits. A limited number of council officials have powers to enter people’s homes without prior notice. A council spokesperson said: “We would never visit a resident without good reason and only in exceptional circumstances do we visit without prior notice. If people are suspicious of anyone visiting their home they should always check they are genuine before allowing them entry. “Genuine callers do not mind being asked for identification or waiting until you have telephoned the organisation they claim to be from, to verify their details.”

              If someone calls at your door and you are not expecting anyone, the advice from Dorset Police is:

              • Stop – Before you answer the door, stop and think whether or not you are expecting anyone. Check the back door is closed and locked and remove the key.
              • Chain – Put the door chain or bar on the door before opening the door and always keep it on when talking to the person on your doorstep. If you can, look through a window to see who is calling.
              • Check – Ask for and carefully check their identity card. Take the card and close the door leaving the caller on the doorstep. Do not let them in. Do not phone the number on the card as this may be fake. If the caller states they are from the council or other authority, look the phone number up in the phone book or on a recent bill. You will then be able to check the caller is genuine. Take your time. If the caller is genuine they will be happy to wait while you do this.

              Debbie Oldfield, Crime Prevention Advisor, Dorset Police, explained: “If you do get any suspicious callers at your door asking to come in, please call Dorset Police on 01202 222 222.”

              Safer Neighbourhoods is a commitment by Dorset Police to improving the quality of life in our communities by working together with partner agencies – including Borough of Poole and Dorset Fire and Rescue Service – to tackle the issues identified by local people as those that matter most.

              Get in touch with us today to find out how you can raise your issues. This is your chance to influence the service that we, the police, and our partners provide. Your opinions are important to us – this process will not work without you.

              New police station opens in Poole

              The new Poole Police Station opened its doors to the public on 17 December 2009. The station is located in the Joint Emergency Services Building on Wimborne Road, near Poole Stadium, and will be open from 7am to midnight Sunday to Thursday, and from 7am to 1am on Fridays and Saturdays.

              Chief Superintendent Lynn Hart, who opened the building, said: “I’m delighted to have opened this excellent community facility. The new police station is far more welcoming and accessible to members of the public than the old police station at Poole Civic Centre. “It also provides us with improved facilities, including 10 more cell spaces, for delivering   operational policing in Poole.”

              The Joint Emergency Services Building is shared by Dorset Police and Dorset Fire & Rescue Service.

              Priority Update

              You said: vehicles are speeding in Broadwater Avenue, St Peters Road and Banks Road

              We have: teamed up with colleagues from Dorset Safety Camera Partnership to conduct speed checks in these roads. Drivers found to be over the speed limit were issued with educational leaflets on the potential consequences of speeding in residential areas.

              You said: anti-social behaviour is occurring in Alexandra Park, Constitution Hill and Sandbanks

              We have: increased our high-visibility patrols in these areas, seized alcohol from anyone under the age of 18 and moved on those found to be engaging in anti- social behaviour.

              You said: beach huts and motor vehicles are being damaged

              We have: increased our high-visibility patrols and issued crime- prevention advice to beach hut owners and motorists.

              Behind Bars

              An unemployed man from Bournemouth has been sent to prison for three years after he attacked and injured a man in Poole.

              The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to wounding with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, after the incident near Poole Quay in May 2009.

              Useful contacts

              Police (Emergency)            999 Crimes in progress or life threatening incidents

              To give information or report an incident which is not an emergency

              24 hour answerphone or email: laglo@dorset.pnn.police.uk

              24/7 you can use the ‘Report It’ and ‘Apply For It’ options on the ‘home’ page online at www.boroughofpoole.com for any Council service issue listed below.

              Police (Non-Emergency)            01202 222222

              Lesbian & Gay Liaison Officer (LAGLO)            01202 269911

              Borough of Poole www.boroughofpoole.com

              Environmental Issues

              • Abandoned vehicles • Noise nuisance • Litter bins • Fly-tipping • • Refuse collection • Dogs (strays/barking/fouling) • Graffiti – ‘Report It’

              Highways & Transportation Issues

              • Potholes • Street lighting faults • Flooding – ‘Report It’ Parks & Open Spaces Issues – ‘Report It’

              Community Safety Issues

              Anti-social behaviour – ‘Report It’ – email: community.safety@poole.gov.uk Community Development – email: community.development@poole.gov.uk

              Social Services

              Adults Help Desk – email: sshelpdesk@poole.gov.uk Children & Young People – email: childrenandfamilies@poole.gov.uk

              01202 261700

              01202 262200 01202 261306

              01202 633516 01202 633430

              01202 633902 01202 735046

              Raise your issues

              Safer Poole Partnership

              email: safetogether@poole.gov.uk

              Poole Housing Partnership (PHP)

              www.yourphp.org.uk

              Main Switchboard

              01202 633497/633805 01202 264444 01202 633633

              Citizens Advice Bureau www.citizensadvice.org.uk                  01202 680838

              Home Watch Pat Halliday www.nhwdorset.org.uk 01202 700911

              NHS Direct www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk 0845 46 47

              Wilts & Dorset www.wdbus.co.uk                  01202 673555

              Benefits Agency www.dwp.gov.uk                  01202 446000

              Dorset out-of-hours medical service            0845 600 1013

              www.swast.nhs.uk

              Benefits Fraud www.direct.gov.uk                  01202 333000

              Crimestoppers            0800 555 111

              Confidential anti-terrorist hotline            0800 789 321

              Next public meeting:

              Surgeries:

              To be confirmed. See www.dorset.police.uk for details

              Canford Cliffs Library, Western Road

              First Friday of every month 10:30 am – 12 pm

              Parkstone Library, Britannia Road

              Last Friday of every month, 10.00am-12pm

              Get in Touch

              Let us know what concerns you most.

              Call:

              01202 222 222 or 07796 678451

              Write to:

              Parkstone, Penn Hill & Canford Cliffs SNT Poole Police Station, Wimborne Road, Poole, BH15 2BP

              Email:

              pp&c.snt@dorset.pnn. police.uk

              www.dorset.police.uk

              Visit www.dorset.police.uk for more opportunities to raise issues in your neighbourhood.

              Shed and Garage Burglaries

              Shed and garage burglaries are continuing to occur across the area. Recently a resident discovered a male sitting on his property wall whilst another was discovered inside his shed at the rear. He challenged the male, who claimed he was “hiding”. There was no evidence that any theft had taken place or been attempted. Please pass this information onto your friends and neighbours and ask them to ring the Police immediately if they discover persons acting suspiciously, to enable   officers to attend and verify the circumstances. Thank you

              If you have any information regarding this please call the Dorset Police on 01202/ 01305 222222 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111

              Opposition to Over Links Drive Development

              If you would like to show your support in opposing the application for the new house on Over Links Drive, you may write to the Planning Inspectorate Ref APP/Q1255/A/10/2120940 (using the online facility available via the Planning Inspectorate’s website http://www.planningportal.gov.uk/england/public/planning/appeals/search ). The final date for statements and representations is 10/03/2010.