Action

10.035 Reports from County and City Councillor:

a) District Councillor Baxter see appendix A

b) County Councillor Porter could not attend and did not present a written report.

c) Questions:

i)District Councillor Baxter asked how the Parish Council was proceeding with its preparation of the Blueprint report?

Councillor Flemons said that the Blueprint report had now been completed and that it had been circulated to all Councillors.

10.035 Matters Arising

a) Footpaths:

Councillor Gapper reported that work has commenced on the repairs to the public right of way adjacent to St John the Baptist church at Itchen Abbas; although this had been temporarily delayed waiting for the ground to defrost.

He said that the work would require five tonnes (approximately 2.6 m3) of path gravel, and he had received a quotation of £220.00 Ex VAT.

Councillor Flemons said that she would get a second quotation.

Councillor Flemons said that the kissing gate needed to be installed before the end of February 2011

Footway B3047 – nothing to report.

b) Lit signs – nothing to report

c) Couch Green:

i)Councillor Flemons reported that the changing room refurbishment work on the showers and electrical wiring had all been completed and is now fully operational, and asked the Clerk to submit a claim for the work from Open Space Funding.

ii) Councillor Gapper was asked to get in touch with the football team to and determine whether or not they still wanted to use the Couch Green facilities for the remainder of the season.

d) Bench at Itchen Abbas by the ‘Downs House’ – Councillor Flemons said that she believed that Councillor Robinson had contacted Mr Dave Woolscroft about making and fitting the bench, and that she would contact Councillor Robinson and see if she has a time scale for the completion of the work.

e) Street Lighting – The Clerk said that he had still not received a quotation from Southern Electric Contracting for repairing and maintaining the Parish Council’s street lights.

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10.037  Matters for Decision/Discussion:
a)  Councillor Flemons said that a comment should be placed onto the Blueprint report about the slow broad band speed in the Itchen Valley area.

10.038  Correspondence:

a) Winchester City Council – Community Emergency Planning - Noted

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10.039 Planning:

a) Applications and Decisions – See Appendix B attached to these Minutes

10.040 Section 137 Grants:
The following grants were unanimously approved:

Parish Churches

St Mary’s – Avington                            £300.00
St Mary’s – Easton                               £300.00
St John the Baptist – Itchen Abbas    £300.00
St Swithun’s – Martyr Worthy              £300.00

Village Halls

Itchen Abbas & Avington                    £650.00
Martyr Worthy                                      £650.00

Citizens Advice Bureau                     £200.00    

Total £2,700

10.041 2011/2012 Precept:
It was unanimously agreed that the Precept for 2011/12 should be set at £14,250, an increase on the previous year of £430.00 (3.11%).

10.042 Finance:

It was unanimously agreed that the Council should pay its bills:

10.043 Date of the Next Meeting – The next meeting will be held on Thursday 6th January 2011 in the Easton Village Hall at 7:00pm.

There being no additional business the meeting closed at 8:40pm

Appendix A

10.035 a) Report of District Councillor Neil Baxter:

WINCHESTER CITY COUNCIL JOTTINGS 12TH NOVEMBER 2010.

One of the decisions made by the Coalition government in an endeavour to reduce our enormous borrowings is to reduce local government funding by 28% by 2014/2015. This places considerable pressure on local council budgets which are already stretched to the limit. One of the consequences of this decision will be a reduction in available funding for voluntary organisations next year.

The question has been asked if there will be any associated effect on Parish Council precepts. The answer is probably not. WCC as the Billing Authority exercises no control over the parish precept and is simply required to add the parish's requirements to its own budget requirements and collects it on the behalf of the parish.

However a parish council may choose to increase its precept to help support an organisation based in its own area which serves local residents and requires assistance. The parish council has more flexibility than WCC over this as the WCC have the council tax capped, but the capping rule excludes parish and town councils. Parish and Town Councils can effectively set their own budgets in accordance with the existing rules.

PLANNING.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING.

For some time I have been in discussion with the Housing department about the feasibility of utilising the site of the old sewage treatment works in Itchen Abbas for affordable housing. The land where the works were belongs to the WCC and we believe it has the services to support a small development.

Unfortunately the Hyde Housing Association were unable to design a viable scheme, however another association Radian are now working on the project and making good progress.. A number of surveys have been completed and a Developer is trying to design a layout of six two and three bedroom houses which is proving to be difficult.

There are a number of issues which require a solution, and also a dialogue is necessary with the IV Parish Council and local residents. I will keep residents informed of the progress which I trust will not drag on the way the Bridget’s Lane development did.

BARTON FARM.

The Barton Farm saga continues. During the past week in the High Court the Judges have ruled that the regional planning targets are still in force. In doing so they sided with the developer Cala Homes who launched a legal bid to strengthen its position before the important public enquiry next February to decide the future of the Greenfield site.

Our local MP Steve Brine stated (according to the Hampshire Chronicle)" in reality this judgement changes very little as later this month the Coalition Government will be introducing it's Localism Bill to parliament which will sweep away the controversial regional strategies once and for all".
Gala Homes wish to build 2000 homes on the Greenfield site. The Save Barton Farm Group gave notice that they would fight on if Gala Homes obtains planning approval and would return to the High Court to challenge the decision.

The public enquiry to decide the future of Barton Farm begins at Winchester Guildhall on February 8th 2011.

COUCH GREEN SEWAGE TREATMENT WORKS.

The good news is that progress is being made. I was informed this week by a Council officer that the purchase of the land where the works have to be sited is now underway and should by now be completed.

He felt that that the Council could start on the preparatory work soon and the actual building of the treatment works could be finished in the first quarter of 2011. This is news we have tong awaited and I will keep residents of Couch Green informed of progress through my bi-monthly reports.

BLUEPRINT.

Since the launch of Blueprint in October over 300 packs have been distributed to a wide range of organisations across the Winchester District Councillors were encouraged to get as many local organisations involved and hopefully interested. With that in mind I discussed the Blueprint with the Chairman of the Upper Itchen Valley Society and as their AGM was coming up in the next few weeks it seemed a good opportunity to get a senior Officer from the District Council to come to the meeting and speak on the subject. I am hopeful the society will come up with some useful imputs on the theme of localism.

The IVPC also discussed it at its November meeting and has circulated a questionnaire to residents to find out their views on localism and help it prepare it's submission to the District council by the 10th December 2010, The submissions made across the Winchester District will help the council produce a new draft LDF. The purpose of the Blueprint is to allow you to tell us what local needs exist in the ltchen Valley particularly in terms of housing, employment, transport, community provisions and infrastructure improvements, particularly as there are now no Government targets for housing
In conclusion if I can help anyone on Council related issues please call me on 01962 779515.

Councillor Neil Baxter, Itchen Valley Ward.

Appendix B

10.039 a) Planning:
Planning applications receive 7th April 2010

10/00877/LDC
Applicant: Mr A Wilson
Proposal: The Production Of Logs And Kindling With Ancillary Retail Sales (CERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS)
IVPC Recommendation: Supported
WCC Decision

10/00878/LDC
Applicant: Mr A Wilson
Proposal: The repair rebuilding and refurbishment of motorcycles, mopeds and scooters and the preparation of motorcycles, mopeds and scooters to MOT test standards together with ancillary storage while awaiting repair, preparation to MOT test standards and collection (Class B2) (CERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS)
IVPC Recommendation: Supported
WCC Decision

10/00879/LDC
Applicant: Mr A Wilson
Proposal: The repair, refurbishment, maintenance and servicing of general garden machinery including lawn mowers, cultivators, strimmers, chain saws, ride on mowers and hedge cutters and the ancillary storage awaiting repair and collection of general garden machinery, Class B1 (CERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS)
IVPC Recommendation: Supported
WCC Decision

10/00888/LDC
Applicant: Mr A Wilson
Proposal: The construction, repair and refurbishment of agricultural tractors, trailers, farm machinery and the ancillary storage of vehicles and machinery awaiting repair and collection/delivery. (Class B2) (CERTIFICATE OF LAWFULNESS)
The Old Yard, Fair Lane, Winchester, Hampshire
IVPC Recommendation: Supported
WCC Decision

Planning applications received 9th August 2010
10/01401/FUL & 10/01402/LIS
Applicant: Princes Mead School
Proposal: Erection of conservatory
Location: Princes Mead School Worthy Park House Worthy Park Lane Kings Worthy Winchester Hampshire SO21 1AN
IVPC Recommendation: No objection
WCC Decision: Permitted

Planning applications received 30th August 2010

10/02270/TPO
Applicant: Mr Leonard Kirley
Proposal: 1no. Sycamore (multiple trunk) remove trunk leaning towards property and crown thin remaining tree by 20%.
Location: Fairhaven Fair Lane Winchester
IVPC Recommendation: Not seen
WCC Decision: Permitted: permitted

Planning applications received 20th September 2010

10/02438/TPC
Applicant: Christine Dunk
Proposal: 1no. Yew crown lift to 3m.
Location: Longbow Avington Winchester Hampshire SO21 1DE
IVPC Recommendation: Not seen
WCC Decision: That no objection be raised

Planning applications received 27th September 2010

10/02541/TPO
Applicant: Mr Anthony Hurlin
Proposal: 2no. Poplars fell
Location: Jessamine House Easton Winchester Hampshire
IVPC Recommendation:
WCC Decision: Permitted

Planning applications received 4th October 2010

10/02153/FUL and 10/02302/LBC
Applicant: Dr William Collis
Proposal: Replace existing stables with oak framed stables; hay and machinery store; tool/tack
store
Location: Ardath Meadow Easton Hampshire
IVPC Recommendation: Objected
WCC Decision: Permitted

10/02294/FUL
Applicant: MP M Hanson
Proposal: (HOUSEHOLDER) Bay window to south elevation
Location: Itchen Down House Northington Road Itchen Abbas Winchester Hampshire SO21 1BT
IVPC Recommendation: No objection
WCC Decision: Permitted

10/02329/FUL
Applicant: Ms Jacqueline Forster
Proposal: (HOUSEHOLDER) Replacement of existing garage (WITHIN THE CURTILAGE OF A
LISTED BUILDING) *
Location: Steps Cottage Easton Winchester Hampshire SO21 1EG
IVPC Recommendation: No objection
WCC Decision: Permitted

Planning applications received 11th October 2010

10/02642/TPC
Applicant: Mrs Dionne Sanders
Proposal: 2no. Holly fell
Location: The Corner Easton Winchester Hampshire
IVPC Recommendation: Not seen
WCC Decision: No objection

Planning applications received 18th October 2010

10/02465/FUL
Applicant: Mr And Mrs Rember
Proposal: (HOUSEHOLDER) Two storey front extension to existing dwelling and associated
works
Location: Thornbury Church Church Lane Easton Winchester Hampshire SO21 1EH
IVPC Recommendation: Commented regarding light to Steeple Cottage
WCC Decision:

Planning applications received 25th October 2010

10/02603/FUL
Applicant: Test Valley Trout (Itchen) Ltd
Proposal: Construction of trout hatchery (RESUBMISSION)
Location: The Test Valley Trout Farm Main Road Itchen Abbas Hampshire
IVPC Recommendation: Supported
WCC Decision:

10/02629/FUL
Applicant: Ms Karen Wells
Proposal: (HOUSEHOLDER) Two-storey rear extension, new porch and replacement of the
existing upvc windows (RESUBMISSION)
Location: 5 The Terrace Easton Winchester Hampshire SO21 1EG
IVPC Recommendation: Supported
WCC Decision:

Applications received 8th November 2010

10/02692/FUL
Applicant: Mr G Lawrence
Proposal: (HOUSEHOLDER) Single garage
Location: Woodlands Main Road Itchen Abbas Winchester Hampshire SO21 1AT
IVPC Recommendation: No objection
WCC Decision:

10/02831/TPC
Applicant: Mr Philip Knockles
Proposal: 1no. Leyland Cypress fell.
Location: Meadowside Easton Winchester Hampshire SO21 2EG
IVPC Recommendation:
WCC Decision:

Applications received 15th November 2010

10/02684/LIS  and 10/02685/FUL
Applicant: Mr C Porter
Proposal: Conservatory to rear
Location: 1 Post Office Cottages Easton Winchester Hampshire SO21 1EF
IVPC Recommendation:
WCC Decision:

Applications received 22nd November 2010

10/02950/TPC
Applicant: Mr Duncan Grey
Proposal: 1no. Sycamore fell. 1no. Sycamore crown raise to 6m. 6no. Willows pollard by 50%.
Location: Church Cottage Church Lane Easton Winchester Hampshire SO21 1EH
IVPC Recommendation:
WCC Decision:

Applications received 29th November 2010

10/02951/TPO
Applicant: Mr Duncan Gray
Proposal: 1no. Beech thin by 20% and raise canopy to 3m.
Location: Church Cottage Church
IVPC Recommendation:
WCC Decision:

Applications received 6th December 2010

None

Applications received 13th December 2010

None

Applications received 20th December 2010

Ref No: W00463/38 – Case No: 10/03026/FUL
Applicant: Princes Mead School
Proposal: Erection of chain link fencing and new surfacing to existing sports training area
Location: Princes Mead School Worthy Park House Worthy Park Lane Kings Worthy Winchester Hampshire SO21 1AN
Grid Ref: 450164 132922
Itchen Valley Ward Itchen Valley

Ref No: W13229/12TPOCA – Case No: 10/03200/TPC
Applicant: Mr Lynda Gauntlett
Proposal: 1no. Ash fell.
Location: Black Farm Avington Winchester Hampshire SO21 1DA

Applications received 27th December 2010

Ref No: W22028 – Case No: 10/02758/FUL