In the Absence of Cllr Ellerton, the Chair Was Taken By
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MINUTES OF THE FREMINGTON PARISH COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON MONDAY 10 OCTOBER 2005 AT FREMINGTON PARISH HALL AT 7pm
Present: Cllrs Mrs Bennett, Brailey Cann, Causley, Harris, Mrs Holland, Jury, Mrs MacCormack-Hole, Morrish, Mullen, Piper, Miss Thomas.
In the absence of Cllr Ellerton, the Chair was taken by
Cllr Mrs Holland.
0510/19Prayers
The Chairman led the Council in prayers.
0510/20Apologies for Absence
Apologies were received from Cllrs Mrs Daltrey, Ellerton and Sharp.
0510/21Declarations of Interest
Cllr Miss Thomas declared an interest regarding item 12.
0510/22To agree the agenda between Part A and Part B (confidential information)
It was resolved to agree the agenda as published.
0510/23Chairman's Announcements
The Chairman announced that there would be a CCD Conference at
Filleigh Village Hall on 19th October 2005.
Rita Skinner's Farewell Do will be on Friday 21st October 2005 at Fremington Quay at 6.30pm.
0510/24Police Report
Inspector Davies gave a report on police community support officers
(PCSO'S).He explained that PCSO'S in Ilfracombe had been privately
funded. Certain areas of the Parish would be ideally suited to having
PCSO'S and it was hoped that substantial Government Funding would
be available to provide PCSO'S in the future.
He then went on to speak about speeding on Yelland Road, he expressed sympathy with the residents involved in the accident last year, however government guidelines require evidence of a problem before cameras can be installed. Currently the requirements are 4 serious injury/death accidents over 3 years, within a distance of 1 kilometre.
He then took questions from councillors and members of the public.
Concern was expressed about lack of police enforcement when speed limits were in place, also difficulty in contacting police on the 0845 phone number and poor response to reported incidents.
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0510/24(contd.) PC Jim Benbow then gave a brief report in which he said that during
the past two months there had been the following crimes reported:
Criminal damage - 4
Burglary from dwellings - 7
Theft from motor vehicles - 9
0510/25 To receive questions, deputations and petitions, or to provide replies to questions previously submitted by parishioners.
There were no such questions.
0510/26 To confirm and sign the minutes of meetings previously circulated
It was resolved with no votes to the contrary to confirm and adopt the
minutes of the following meetings as a correct record:
-Fremington Parish Council Meeting held on Monday 12 September 2005 at 7pm
- Supplementary & Planning Meeting held on Monday 26 September 2005 at 7.30pm
0510/27To consider and adopt the minutes of committees and
sub-committees previously circulated
It was resolved with no votes to the contrary to confirm and adopt the
minutes of the following meetings as a correct record:
- Parks and Playing Fields Committee held on Wednesday 14 September at 10.45am
- Finance & Personnel Committee held on Monday 26 September 2005 at 6.45pm
0510/28To receive reports on matters of policy or major decisions affecting North Devon and this Parish in particular from the County Councillor or District Councillors
County Cllr Cann reported that the new Chief Executive designate is Phil Norrey who is currently the Director of Education.
The next Development Control Committee will be in Barnstaple on October 12 and the Fullabrook Wind Farm Application is on the Agenda.
Our Devon, the biggest public consultation campaign ever was launched on October 3, this will enable people to have a real say
in shaping the future of the County.
Devon Fire and Rescue Service are offering all householders a 'free of charge' Home Fire Safety Visit. Freephone 0800 73 11 822. Text Information Line 078 00 00 2476. Alarms can be supplied free to qualifying residents under the ODPM initiative.
DCC have been approached by SWW with a proposal to lay a
sewer along part of the Tarka Trail, negotiations are ongoing for
improved surfacing on the length of trail affected.
Cllr Cann also spoke about Greensweep, there were not expected to
be any collections for 3 - 4 weeks over Christmas.
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He also spoke about Home Farm, an important area of farmland and foreshore at Yelland, which has been turned into a haven for birds and wildlife.
Cllr Mrs McCormack-Hole spoke about the response she had
received to her letter concerning noise from Fremington Army Camp. A copy of the letter is appended to these minutes. She was unhappy with the reply she had received.
Cllr Jury declared a prejudicial interest as a resident of Fremington Quay. He left the meeting and took no further part in the discussion.
It was resolved to write to Colonel Portman on the issue of clay-pigeon shooting over public areas.
Cllr Brailey reported that Ellerslie Road had been used by mini
motor bike riders. Some had been apprehended and police warned
that in future the bikes would be confiscated. There was discontent
regarding speeding in the area and also drivers entering the road
during restricted times. A recent attendance by police had resulted
in warnings being issued, but people caught in future will be
prosecuted.
A Community Day at Sticklepath School had raised £1300.
0510/29 Update on action on flooding
Cllr Morrish reported that the County Council came out to clear a drain in Yelland Road, but were unsuccessful. They advised him that they do not clear culverts unless requested to.
0510/30 To consider street naming for the development off Barn Park Road.
Cllr Miss Thomas declared a prejudicial interest as she is a prospective resident. She left the meeting and took no part in the discussion.
It was unanimously resolved that the street be named Aspen Grove and also that a sign to Griggs Gardens be erected.
0510/31 Taking forward the parish plan (Cllr Jury)
It was resolved that Cllr Jury write to each Cllr with his suggestions
which would be discussed at the next meeting.
0510/32 Matters to Note
It was resolved to note the following correspondence
-letter from Mrs Norman re trees (24 September)
- letters of thanks for grant from Cruse Bereavement Care; Fremington in Flower
- email from DAPC re theft of oil from tanks
- Standards Board for England case summary Cllr Harris
- Northern Devon Coast & Countryside Service Annual Report 2004/05 (available at
parish office)
- letter from NDDC re PA 40712 (26 September)
- letter from 50th North Devon Scout Group (24 September)
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0510/33 North Devon District Council - Planning Applications
North Devon District Council, the determining Authority, had asked for
comments from this Parish Council on the following planning applications:
40387Proposal: Application for consent for works to trees covered by a TPO in respect of various works to 4 limes, 1 chestnut, 1 Douglas fir & 1 Monterey Cypress
Location: West Brookfield, Bickington, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mr M Rhead
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED.
40921Proposal: Erection of conservatory
Location: The Homestead, Pottery Lane, Yelland, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mr & Mrs Coote
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED.
40933Proposal: Application for consent for works to trees covered by a Tree
Preservation Order in respect of reducing crown of 1 walnut by 25%
Location: 40 Lower Cross Road, Bickington, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mrs Julie Brooks
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED.
40934Proposal: Erection of replacement garage together with erection of gardcn
room
Location: Bedrock House, Bickington Road, Bickington, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Glenn Heywood & Joanne Mary Heywood
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this
application be APPROVED.
40958Proposal: Extension & alterations to dwelling & conversion of loft space to form additional living accommodation together with demolition of existing & erection of new garage
Location: Curlews, South View, Tews Lane, Bickington, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mrs Sanger
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED subject to there being no adverse comments from neighbours.
40959Proposal: Extension to dwelling
Location: 21 Bramble Walk, Roundswell, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: N Langmead
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED.
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40971Proposal: First floor extension to dwelling together with conversion of garage
to form additional living accommodation
Location: 38 Middle Combe Drive, Roundswell, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mrs C E Evans
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED subject to satisfactory parking arrangements being made.
41014Proposal: Extension to dwelling
Location: White gates, Brynsworthy Road, Old Bickington Road, Bickington
Applicant/Agent: Mr & Mrs Smith
It was resolved to recommend to North Devon district Council that this application be APPROVED.
0510/34North Devon District Council - Planning Decisions
It was resolved to note that North Devon District Council, the determining Authority, had APPROVED the following applications with conditions as filed:
40438Proposal: Construction of veterinary hospital & clinic (use Class D1) together with associated access, car parking & service
Location: Land adjacent to Bus Link & Old Bideford Road, Brannam Crescent, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Jerry Kent
40642Proposal: Retention of general purpose storage building (planning permission 28956 expired)
Location: Woodlands, Lydacott, Newton Tracey
Applicant/Agent: Mr M Whitehouse
40646Proposal: Conversion of loft space to form additional living accommodation together with raising of roof
Location: 27 Lyddicleave, Bickington, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: John Stromski & Associates
40690Proposal: Erection of 2 industrial units for B1, B2 & B8 uses together with associated access, parking & landscaping
Location: Land bounded by Fishleigh Road & Brannam Crescent, Roundswell Business Park, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Devon Contractors Ltd
40712Proposal: Extension to dwelling
Location: 13 Colombelles Close, Fremington, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: PB Associates
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40764Proposal: Erection of conservatory
Location: 1 Swallow Field, Roundswell, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mr L Lewis
40797Proposal: Erection of conservatory
Location: 2 Rushcott Close, West Yelland, Barnstaple
Applicant/Agent: Mike Bailey
Signed ………………………………………. Dated ………………………………..