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EAST AYRSHIRE COUNCIL
CABINET 22 JANURY 2020
Report by the Depute Chief Executive and Chief Financial Officer
Economy and Skills
SUBJECT: PLACE PLANS FOR NEW CUMNOCK AND DALRYMPLE, HOLLYBUSH AND SKELDON
PURPOSE OF REPORT
1. This report provides proposed statutory supplementary guidance for the East Ayrshire Local Development Plan 2017 (EALDP) relating to Place Plans for New Cumnock and Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon. It also seeks authorisation from Cabinet to advertise and invite representations on the documents.
RECOMMENDATIONS
2. It is recommended that Cabinet agrees:
(i) To approve the statutory supplementary guidance on Placemaking in relation to New Cumnock and Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon for consultation purposes;
(ii) To note that the final draft of the guidance incorporating any amendments arising from the consultation will be submitted to a future Cabinet for approval; and
(iii)To otherwise note the contents of this report.
BACKGROUND
3. The EALDP was formally adopted on the 3rd April 2017. The EALDP focuses on a vision, spatial strategy and key policies, while more detailed matters are contained in supplementary guidance. Supplementary guidance and non- statutory planning guidance can be prepared alongside a Local Development Plan or can be prepared and published subsequently. The Plan as approved indicates that the Council proposes to publish supplementary guidance and non-statutory guidance within the lifetime of the EALDP. An extract is reproduced for information in Annex 1. All supplementary guidance has now been adopted with the exception of some of the placemaking maps.
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4. The LDP introduced a section on placemaking and when published incorporated five placemaking maps for Kilmarnock, Cumnock, Galston, Stewarton and Dalmellington with a view to preparing placemaking maps for all of East Ayrshire’s settlements which would become supplementary guidance in due course. A proposed timetable for the preparation of the placemaking maps forms part of the Action Programme which was approved by Cabinet on the 28th June 2017; an update paper was approved on the 18th September 2019 and has been published on the Councils website.
5. It should be noted that whilst this programme represents the desired order, the actual order is dependent on the community being willing and able to get involved at the appropriate time. The initiation of placemaking follows on from the development of Community Action Plans. These are only progressed if a request is received by the Council from the community for assistance to develop one. Therefore, it is expected that some deviation from the agreed Action Programme will occur.
6. The placemaking maps are a realistic assessment of which land use or development based projects can make most impact in achieving the Scottish Government’s six qualities of successful places, that is; distinctive, safe and pleasant, easy to move around, welcoming, adaptable and sustainable. The idea is that the place making maps will guide future development and assist the Council and local communities in future funding bids. The programme for producing the maps has been tied with the programme for the production / updating of the Community Action Plans where these exist.
PLACEMAKING PROCESS
7. The procedure flowchart for developing a placemaking map is shown in Annex 2. All placemaking activities follow the same basic steps -
• Identification of Community Priorities for improvement
• Verification and logging of placemaking features and actions
• Mapping and validation of placemaking features and actions
• Informal consultation events and online survey
The main output from the placemaking process is a Place Plan consisting of a map and an action programme.
8 Wherever possible Place Plans are derived from the priorities identified in existing community engagement information. In this case the Community Led Action Plan (CAP) for Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon. Typically CAP’s are developed by a community steering group following a request for support in forming one being made to Vibrant Communities. The Communities Team then facilitate an extensive community engagement process and provide support via a Community Worker to bring together all the information required to publish the Community Action Plan. 92
For New Cumnock the New Cumnock Regeneration Masterplan was the main source of data. This was produced by the New Cumnock Development Trust in 2018 supported by Scottish Governments Making Places Fund.
PLACEMAKING ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES
9. Placemaking involves a range of different engagement activities made to fit the requirements of each specific community including use of the Place Standard Tool. The first exercise, “The Walkabout” is a guided walk or a number of guided walks, with a small number of community representatives. The purpose of the walkabout is to identify the location and nature of the main priorities for improvement. Once identified, photographs are taken and used as the focus for a “Talking Pictures” meeting. This is an oral, self-guided exercise involving a wider group of community representative’s and a record is made group’s comments whilst viewing over 70 slides of the main priority areas.
10. In Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon the comments from both exercises were used to inform further engagement with internal Council stakeholders, East Ayrshire Leisure Trust and Ayrshire Roads Alliance.
11. For New Cumnock, initial draft maps were simply developed from the detailed information identified in the New Cumnock Masterplan. Additional survey work, drop-in and pop-up events and online consultation were undertaken to enhance the engagement activity which took place for the New Cumnock Regeneration Masterplan as it was felt there was insufficient community validation for the priorities identified in that plan. Internal engagement again took place with Council stakeholders, East Ayrshire Leisure Trust and Ayrshire Roads Alliance.
12. The draft place plans developed from the engagement process were tested via an online consultation. The proposals were rated depending on how much of an improvement members of the community felt would be made by the proposal. The results from the online consultation contribute to the mapping and validation desktop exercise which was further adjusted and improved by members of the local groups in each community until an agreed final draft was established. The results of the online consultations can be seen in Annex 5.
13. Comments from internal engagement and feedback from the online consultation, was fed into a series of meetings with the board of the New Cumnock Development Trust and the Dalrymple, Skeldon and Hollybush CAP steering group to inform the final draft Place Plans.
PLACE PLAN – DALRYMPLE, HOLLYBUSH AND SKELDON
14. Whilst the consultation area for the Community Action Plan that informs this report includes the settlement of Skeldon, there are no proposals identified for 93
Skeldon itself. The Dalrymple and Hollybush Place Plan (Annex 3) has a significant focus on green spaces including the further development of the community garden in Dalrymple. There is also a focus on the development of walking and cycling routes and better connecting local communities. Key buildings identified in Dalrymple are the church and the Kirkton Inn. The pavilion at the sports field was also viewed as key and is being considered currently for asset transfer. In Hollybush, the creation of a footpath between the Hollybush Estate entrance and the information point and car park for the Hollybush Estate walk is identified as a priority. The walk is a circular route around the estate and along the banks of the River Doon. In both communities speeding was highlighted as an issue both on the B742 into Dalrymple and the A713 through Hollybush.
PLACE PLAN – NEW CUMNOCK
15. The New Cumnock Place Plan and Action Programme (Annex 4) focuses on key buildings and development sites in the town which are notable eyesores. The New Cumnock Development Trust has already acquired the former Castle Hotel, and is developing plans for this. There is also an ambition to develop a sustainable energy project for the town and develop tourism based on the extensive assets in terms of walking routes in the surrounding area, the River Nith and the town’s role as a gateway to Ayrshire from the South. Housing provision is also an issue which the community seeks to address through the opportunities that exist in Greenhill area of the town where excess provision of social housing was extensively demolished. It is hoped by the community that new private, social and self-build housing can be encouraged there.
PRE-CABINET CONSULTATION
16. Informal consultation has taken place and is ongoing via a Placemaking Notification Letter circulated mainly to land owners where proposals directly affect their property. Online surveys can be seen in Annex 5 along with written responses and feedback from the drop-in event held in New Cumnock.
NEXT STEPS
17. Subject to Cabinet approval, the supplementary guidance shall be published for a six week consultation period commencing on 27th January 2020 and ending on 2nd March 2020. Thereafter, the documents will be reviewed and if appropriate amended taking into account all relevant representations received. This process to finalise the Place Plan will include representatives from the community groups involved in there development. The final version will be submitted to a future Cabinet for approval to start the adoption process which involves a formal advertisement. 94
18. Subject to future Cabinet approval, it is intended that the supplementary guidance that it is proposed to be adopted will be submitted to Scottish Ministers who will consider the supplementary guidance and representations received. After 28 days have elapsed, the Council may adopt the supplementary guidance unless Ministers direct otherwise.
19. It should be noted that the content of the aforementioned supplementary guidance does not need to be scrutinised at Examination given that the principle of the placemaking policy or proposal has been examined and subsequently included in the East Ayrshire Local Development Plan. The supplementary guidance is limited to providing further detail based on the parameters set out in the LDP. On adoption, the aforementioned supplementary guidance will have the same weight as the Local Development Plan as it will form part of the plan.
PERSONNEL IMPLICATIONS
16. There are no personnel implications directly arising from this report.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
17. There are no financial implications directly arising from this report that cannot be met by existing departmental balances. Funds to implement specific or priority proposals will be sourced by community groups with assistance of Council employees as appropriate.
LEGAL/POLICY IMPLICATIONS
18. Once adopted, the supplementary guidance will formally be part of the Local Development Plan and be used to support the implementation of the Plan and in the determination of planning applications.
19. Placemaking in conjunction with Community Action Plans is complementary to the emerging community empowerment measures contained within the Planning (Scotland) Act 2019, which received royal assent in July 2019. The detail of how the new Act’s provisions will work in practice will be contained within secondary legislation and guidance, which will be developed over the coming months and will be implemented by 2021. It is, however, considered that the work the Council is currently taking forward in relation to placemaking will ensure it is well positioned to take on board the requirements of the new Planning Act.
COMMUNITY PLAN IMPLICATIONS
20. Placemaking is a key way of implementing Community Led Regeneration, a strategic priority of the Community Plan 2015 – 2030. The development of the 95
New Cumnock and Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon Place Plans will therefore help meet the aims of the Community Plan.
RISK MANAGEMENT IMPLICATIONS
21. There are no risk management implications directly arising from this report.
TRANSFORMATION IMPLICATIONS
22. The development of Place Plans for our communities contributes to a number of work streams within the transformation strategy including empowering our communities to allow them to have more influence and control, and supporting communities to regenerate our town centres.
EQUALITIES IMPLICATIONS
23. There are no equalities implications directly arising from this report.
CONCLUSIONS
24. The draft Place Plans for New Cumnock and Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon is the latest in a programme of placemaking plans that is being rolled out to support the East Ayrshire Local Development Plan 2017. The formal consultation phase will ensure as many people as possible have the opportunity to contribute to the plan and is a necessary step in the process of making it statutory supplementary guidance.
APPENDICES
Annex 1 – LDP Extract – Supplementary and Non-Statutory Guidance
Annex 2 – Placemaking procedure flowchart
Annex 3 – Dalrymple, Hollybush and Skeldon Place Plan and Action Programme
Annex 4 – New Cumnock Place Plan and Action Programme
Annex 5 – Community engagement feedback
Background Papers: Report to Cabinet of the 28th June 2017 entitled ‘East Ayrshire local development plan - Action programme’
Report to Cabinet of 18th September 2019 entitled ‘East Ayrshire Local Development Plan – Update to the Action Programme’
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Person to contact: Karl Doroszenko, Development Planning and Regeneration Manager. Tel: 01563 576751 Email: [email protected]
Implementation Officer: Michael Keane, Head of Planning and Economic Development 97
Annex1
Table 1: Supplementary Guidance and Planning Guidance
Statutory Supplementary Guidance Non-statutory planning guidance
Developer Contributions (2017) Community benefits from wind energy development (2017) Affordable Housing (2017) Ayrshire and Arran Forestry and Woodland Strategy (2014) Financial Guarantees (2017) Knockroon Design code (2010)
Planning for Wind Energy (2017) Ayrshire Landscape Wind Capacity Study (2013) Heat Generation (2017) Bank Street / John Finnie Street Conservation Area Management Plan (2007) Dark Sky Park Lighting (2017) Catrine Conservation Area appraisals (2005)
Public and private green infrastructure / Galston Conservation Area appraisal open space standards (2017) (2014) Shop front design guidance (2017) Cumnock Conservation Area appraisal (2009) Display of Advertisements design Dalmellington Conservation Area guidance (2017) appraisal (2017) Production of Masterplans (2017) Green infrastructure strategy (2015)
Housing Market Areas (2018) Waterside (Doon Valley) Conservation Area appraisal (2018) Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas Mauchline Conservation Area Appraisal (2018) (2019) Housing in the Countryside (2018) Householder design guidance (2018) Newmilns and Greenholm Placemaking Map and Action Programme (2018) Catrine Placemaking Plan (2019)
Ochiltree Placemaking Plan (2019)
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Yes No START Map CLAP Is the Identify key Priorities to activity part contacts for placemaking of a CLAP? community Framework
Undertake Conduct Organisational Equalities Impact stakeholder Assessment discussions
Undertake Engage and Walkabouts / involve talking pictures organisational stakeholders
Develop draft Plan appropriate map and action engagement and program promotional strategy
Consult on Carry out priorities and community maps engagement
Yes No Yes Are further No Is the map placemaking accurate? Are activities conditions required? met?
Lodge Cabinet paper for Formal consultation approval KEY Starting point
Launch LDP Additional activities required in the absence of a CLAP consultation Process Internal research and compilation
Actions undertaken in collaboration with the community SEA Screening and Cabinet Council adoption process adoption
99 Dalrymple, Hollybush100 and Skeldon - Draft Action Program Cycling and walking route improvements - Improvements to Green space requiring improvement - Improvements to areas of infrastructure which encourage people to walk and cycle more. grassland or woodland to improve opportunities for play, recreation or visual amenity. • Investigate options for a footway between Hollybush and the Hollybush Inn • Take measures to reduce fly tipping at the trees on Maxwell Place • Develop signpost nature trails, walking and cycling routes between and • Take more anti-dog fowling measured beyond both villages • More planting on green spaces • Promote walking and cycling around the area and along the riverbank • Develop a community garden and hub on the green space opposite the shops on Barbieston Road Streetscape improvements - Measures which help people move • Improve drainage at the play park on Cedar Terrace around more easily, reduce negative experiences and enhance positive experiences. Blue / Green Network Opportunities Opportunities for improvements to the natural space in river corridors to make the river corridor • Install a community noticeboard safely accessible and of greater visual amenity. • Investigate speed limit reductions through Hollybush • Improve traffic management / calming in the village and on the B742 • Develop the area of green space between the river and Riverside Terrace • Improve road and pavement surfaces • Improve the green area between the river and Skeldon Crescent • Improve village entrances • Improve street lighting and road signs Priority buildings - Buildings which require significant regeneration in • Investigate enhancing the provision for litter reduction measures order to improve their impact on the quality of the built environment. Investigate improvements to the following buildings • Improve the provision of floral displays • Playing field pavilion • Investigate and take measures to prevent unsafe parking and improve pedestrian safety at the shops on Barbieston Rd Potential development sites - Brownfield sites not already identified • Investigate improved flood prevention measures on Riverside Terrace, for development which impact negatively on the visual amenity but may offer Main Street, Barbieston Terrace and Burnton Road opportunities for improvement.
Opportunities for civic space improvements - Areas of vacant • Site between 2 and 2a Brunton Road or underutilised space such as squares, parkland, local landmarks or natural features to be improved for public use or visual amenity improvement. Protection and enhancement of historic core - Buildings, ruins, remains or features of landscape which are historically notable or significant for • Area to the front of the White Horse Inn at the junction of Burnton Road which improvements to protect or enhance are to be developed. and Barbieston Road
• The Kirkton Inn • Dalrymple Parish Church 7 1 3
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Cycling and walking route improvements – Better pitch and facilities for Glenafton FC Develop spaces for community growing Improvements to infrastructure which encourage people to Develop a sports hub walk and cycle more. Improve the area around the Working Men’s Club Improve and expand footpaths, bridleways and cycle routes to the Develop a sustainable energy project riverside and beyond Green space requiring improvement – Develop footpaths, bridleways and cycle network from the railway station Improvements to areas of grassland or woodland to improve Establish a cycle hub as a centre for the cycle network. opportunities for play, recreation or visual amenity. Further develop the Burns Trail options to improve the recreation grounds and surrounding green
space Streetscape improvements – Develop a new play park with a range of recreational activities for all age groups Measures which help people move around more easily, Greenhead Park for recreational activities reduce negative experiences and enhance positive Playing field adjacent to Mounthope Terrace. experiences. Green space adjacent to Highpark Avenue. Safer pedestrian environment throughout the town Around the Glebe More pedestrian crossing points Improved planting of bulbs and flowers in the town centre Priority buildings –
Buildings which require significant regeneration in order to Opportunities for civic space improvements improve their impact on the quality of the built environment. Areas of vacant or underused space such as squares, 118 Castle parkland, local landmarks or natural features to be improved Former Coop building, 99 – 105 Castle for public use or visual amenity improvement. 51 Castle, Castle hotel Electric car charging points at the train station Retail units on Highpark Avenue Improve the visitor focus and provide business units at the railway 72 – 78 Castle - Trotters station Working Men’s Club 103
Pigeon club Former Afton dyeing site Consider options for a bunk house and eco-pods, microbrewery, Housing development / improvement opportunities – Heritage centre, business start-up units, games hall, café, men’s shed, library, youth facility, start-up units, Brownfield or green-field sites where future new-build Potential development sites housing could be developed or areas of existing housing where the condition of the properties leads to significant Brownfield sites not already identified for development which consistent vacancies and negative visual impact. impact negatively on the visual amenity but may offer opportunities for improvement. Investigate opportunities for mixed housing developments in the brownfield housing sites in the south of the village Afton Cottage, 12 path brae Develop serviced plots for private development Rear of former Garage, 166 Castle Develop self-build and affordable housing options Retail units lime road Former Clinic adjacent to The Square
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Opportunities for civic space improvement
Green space requiring improvement
Housing development/improvement opportunity
Streetscape improvements
Priority buildings
Potential development sites
Cycle and walking improvements
Energy project
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1. Cycling and walking route improvements - improvements to infrastructure which will encourage people to walk and cycle more.
Investigate options for a footway between Hollybush and the Hollybush Inn Develop signpost nature trails, walking and cycling routes between and beyond both villages Promote walking and cycling around the area and along the riverbank For cycling and walking I think these proposals will provide: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 0.00% 0 2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 3.13% 1
4 3 0.00% 0 5 4 9.38% 3
6 5 18.75% 6
7 6 6.25% 2
8 7 Great improvement 62.50% 20
Analysis Mean: 7.12 Std. Deviation: 1.29 Satisfaction Rate: 87.5 answered 32 Variance: 1.67 Std. Error: 0.23 skipped 0
Comments: (12)
1 28/10/2019 23:21 PM There is much needed improvements needed to encourage walking and safe
ID: 129851104 cycling in the area. A Footpath from hollybush to the hollybush Inn would be fantastic. Also a footpath from hollybush right out as far as Auchendoon estate would be helpful to residents. There are many new houses along this road now and it is dangerous to walk on the road. The speed restriction on this road should be much lower due to the number of houses and number of families living in the area. A safe footpath leading to bus stops are much needed.
2 29/10/2019 11:13 AM river walk was proposed many years ago i still have the leaflet it died a death
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3 29/10/2019 17:12 PM I think that safe cycling and walking routes would really enhance the amenity of the
ID: 129901608 village, allowing both villagers and visitors to explore the area and get outdoors. This is great for physical, emotional and mental health.
4 30/10/2019 17:56 PM The riverbank is a terrific asset to the village but is little used except by dog
ID: 129964577 walkers. A compacted gravel pathway as far along the river as possible would be a of great value.
5 02/11/2019 10:40 AM Obviously to achieve the above vast improvements require to be made to the
ID: 130102533 village roads and pavements as at present they are extremely unsafe !
6 04/11/2019 12:34 PM especially cycle routes
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7 04/11/2019 13:29 PM I think safe routes for walking and cycling will enable local people and visitors to
ID: 130208411 enjoy our beautiful surroundings. It should aid in improving people's overall well being by providing opportunity for exercise and fresh air.
8 05/11/2019 13:06 PM THis would be highly beneficial to both villages and would make walking safe for
ID: 130307722 children. 106 9 05/11/2019 14:38 PM It is extremely dangerous if you want to kepp fit and healthy and reduce carbon
ID: 130325941 footprint if you decide to walk or go for a run. Very few safe footpaths out of Dalrymple.
10 05/11/2019 16:05 PM We are in hollybush and find it difficult other than doing the hollybush house walk
ID: 130339464 theirs no safe route to walk our cycle
11 15/11/2019 10:46 AM We are in hollybush and find it difficult other than doing the hollybush house walk
ID: 130339656 theirs no safe route to walk our cycle
12 16/11/2019 22:40 PM Anything that encourages people to be more active can only be good but we need
ID: 131079722 better disabled access on pathways
2. Streetscape improvements - Measures which will help people move around more easily, reduce negative experiences and enhance positive experiences.
Install a community noticeboard Investigate speed limit reductions through Hollybush Improve traffic management / calming in the village Improve road and pavement surfaces Improve village entrances Improve street lighting and road signs Investigate enhancing the provision for litter reduction measures Improve the provision of floral displays Investigate and take measures to prevent unsafe parking and improve pedestrian safety at the shops on Barbieston Rd Investigate improved flood prevention measures on Riverside Terrace, Main Street, Barbieston Terrace and Burnton Road I think these measures will bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 0.00% 0 2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 6.25% 2
4 3 6.25% 2
5 4 3.13% 1
6 5 9.38% 3
7 6 9.38% 3
8 7 Great improvement 65.63% 21
Analysis Mean: 7.06 Std. Deviation: 1.56 Satisfaction Rate: 86.61 answered 32 Variance: 2.43 Std. Error: 0.28 skipped 0
Comments: (13)
1 29/10/2019 05:08 AM Urgent need for improved road surfaces in Dalrymple. Parking control at the shops
ID: 129853530 should also be a priority.
2 29/10/2019 11:13 AM need to redo the twenty signs on the road they have been worn away and flashing
ID: 129869435 signs as you come into village might help
3 29/10/2019 17:12 PM Litter reduction methods and enhanced floral displays would signal a degree of
ID: 129901608 pride for the village.
Other measures like traffic calming will help improve safety.
4 30/10/2019 08:40 AM Careful location of the noticeboard so it is visible to most. Possibly near the shops
ID: 129920510 in Dalrymple.
5 30/10/2019 16:15 PM There is a great need for traffic calming within the village but PLEASE not by
ID: 129958791 increasing the height of the current speed bumps. There is one right outside my house & the noise created by the tractors, trailer & large lorries is beyond belief. Perhaps narrowing the road?
107 The safety at the shops on Barbieston Road and around the entrance to the community garden has got to be addressed. Children are running & cycling across the road from one to the other without ever checking traffic. Add to that the people who drive too fast and those who park irresponsibly- this is creating a very dangerous situation where something serious is going to happen.
6 30/10/2019 17:56 PM Inconsiderate parking in front of the shops continues to be an issue with people
ID: 129964577 attempting three point turns rather than use the car-park to the rear of the shops. Despite the bollards at the front of the Community Garden people are still parking on the pavement beyond the extent of the bollards. The B742 is used as a race track by some drivers and there have been a substantial number of vehicles leaving the road and at least three fatalities in recent years. The entrance to the village would be greatly enhanced by more planters and less litter.
7 02/11/2019 10:40 AM The above are surely the most urgent/important improvements required for the
ID: 130102533 people of Dalrymple.
8 04/11/2019 12:34 PM all of the above have been discussed for years by the community /community
ID: 130202790 council no progress was ever made in fact at a participatory budget meeting they had the chance to vote for a notice board and it was rejected so although I have heard these proposals a hundred times it would certainly be an improvement if they were ever to come to fruition.
9 04/11/2019 13:29 PM A notice board will enable local people to gain information on events taking place
ID: 130208411 .Speed restriction will make roads safer. Good lighting makes people feel safe when walking around at night. Parking at shops needs to be addressed to ensure safety for all.
10 05/11/2019 13:06 PM It is important to review the unsafe parking at the shops on Barbieston road as
ID: 130307722 children cross here regularly and they are being forced onto the road or to cross between parked vehicles.
11 05/11/2019 14:38 PM Flood prevention would be the most important
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12 05/11/2019 16:05 PM All of above would be great often people use hollybush as a race track
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13 15/11/2019 10:46 AM All of above would be great often people use hollybush as a race track
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3. Opportunities for civic space improvements - areas of vacant or under-used space such as squares, parkland, local landmarks or natural features to be improved for public use or visual amenity improvement
Area to the front of the White Horse Inn at the junction of Burnton Road and Barbieston Road For civic spaces I think this proposal will bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 6.25% 2
2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 12.50% 4
4 3 9.38% 3
5 4 3.13% 1
6 5 15.63% 5
7 6 21.88% 7
8 7 Great improvement 31.25% 10
Analysis Mean: 5.94 Std. Deviation: 2.14 Satisfaction Rate: 70.54 answered 32 Variance: 4.56 Std. Error: 0.38 skipped 0
Comments: (6)
1 28/10/2019 23:21 PM The area at the White horse needs much attention to improve its look and use.
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2 29/10/2019 17:12 PM There is a lot of scope for improving this area which is at the centre of the village -
ID: 129901608 at the moment it is a bit of any eyesore.
3 30/10/2019 08:40 AM Dependjng what the plan is as it is used as a event space and a car park for events
ID: 129920510 in the village so don't want to lose that needed space as not much other parking space for events
4 30/10/2019 17:56 PM The overgrown building plot in Burnton Road is an eyesore and an invitation to fly
ID: 129964577 tippers. There is little to be gained by altering the car park at the White Horse whilst this plot remains in its current state. See below.
5 04/11/2019 12:34 PM i put number 7 but would like more detailed plan before I would vote for it this is
ID: 130202790 very vague.
6 04/11/2019 13:29 PM I'm not sure what this space will be used for so find it difficult to comment.
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3. Priority buildings - Buildings which require significant regeneration in order to improve their impact on the quality of the built environment
Investigate improvements to the following buildings
Playing field pavilion I think this proposal would bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 little improvement 3.13% 1
2 1 3.13% 1
3 2 0.00% 0 4 3 12.50% 4
5 4 12.50% 4
6 5 25.00% 8
7 6 15.63% 5
8 7 Great improvement 28.13% 9
Analysis Mean: 6.06 Std. Deviation: 1.78 Satisfaction Rate: 72.32 answered 32 Variance: 3.18 Std. Error: 0.32 skipped 0
Comments: (3)
1 29/10/2019 17:12 PM I'm not sure if this building is used or could be used.
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2 04/11/2019 12:34 PM if it was even cleaned and weeded general tidy of rubbish it would certainly have a
ID: 130202790 visual impact at present it is neglected and filthy.
3 05/11/2019 14:38 PM Could promote the use of the football pitch by a local team?
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4. Green space requiring improvement - Improvements to areas of grassland or woodland to provide greater opportunities for play, recreation or visual amenity Take measures to reduce fly tipping at the trees on Maxwell Place Take more anti-dog fowling measured More planting on green spaces Develop a community garden and hub on the green space opposite the shops on Barbieston Road Improve drainage at the play park on Cedar Terrace
For green spaces I think the proposals would bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 0.00% 0 2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 9.38% 3
4 3 3.13% 1
5 4 0.00% 0 6 5 12.50% 4
7 6 9.38% 3
8 7 Great improvement 65.63% 21
Analysis Mean: 7.06 Std. Deviation: 1.6 Satisfaction Rate: 86.61 answered 32 Variance: 2.56 Std. Error: 0.28 skipped 0
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1 29/10/2019 05:08 AM More bins throughout the village would help to reduce dog fouling.
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2 29/10/2019 17:12 PM All points above are important.
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3 30/10/2019 08:40 AM The developed space at the shops has been a great start, so anything that adds to
ID: 129920510 this will be welcome
4 30/10/2019 16:15 PM Any reduction in fly tipping can only enhance the look of the village.
ID: 129958791 Anti- dog fowling measures - this is long overdue. The pavements are a mess. Children are walking through it, pram wheels are pushed through it and bicycle wheels are also covered. I saw a little girl the other day who stepped in dog dirt on her way to school then took her shoe off to try to clean it & ended up stepping in it again in her socks. This on her way to school. Not acceptable. However the measures taken have to be continuous & sustainable, not just sending a warden out for a few days & nothing thereafter as has already happened.
5 30/10/2019 17:56 PM More planting on green spaces would be a wonderful idea however a previous
ID: 129964577 attempt to plant bulbs and trees resulted in their deliberate removal.
6 04/11/2019 12:34 PM interested what measures you would take on fly tipping at Maxwell place and if you
ID: 130202790 would even prosecute the offender, and would love to know how you would deal with dog fouling as I have given information detailed information to the relevant persons and saw no progress planting trees shrubs etc is always a good idea, the hub? when was this survey compiled seems looks like its a few years out of date,drainage good idea for families.
7 05/11/2019 11:45 AM There already is a community garden across from shops??
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8 05/11/2019 13:06 PM New park is a great investment to community and would benefit from continual
ID: 130307722 investment to encourage use.
9 05/11/2019 14:38 PM Dog fouling is terrible. More needs to be done to prevent this. Its disgusting and
ID: 130325941 dangerous.
10 16/11/2019 22:40 PM These areas will only improve if we have enforcement officers having a daily
ID: 131079722 presence in the village.
5. Potential development sites - Brownfield sites not already identified for development which impact negatively on the visual amenity but may offer opportunities for improvement.
Site between 2 and 2a Brunton Road For potential development sites I think this proposal will bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 12.50% 4
2 1 6.25% 2
3 2 3.13% 1
4 3 9.38% 3
5 4 18.75% 6
6 5 18.75% 6
7 6 3.13% 1
8 7 Great improvement 28.13% 9
Analysis Mean: 5.25 Std. Deviation: 2.36 Satisfaction Rate: 60.71 answered 32 Variance: 5.56 Std. Error: 0.42 skipped 0
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1 30/10/2019 08:40 AM It's a one house building plot, either build or make it into a green space
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2 30/10/2019 17:56 PM This overgrown plot greets all who enter the village via the Viaduct Road B742 and
ID: 129964577 sets the standard by which the village appearance is judged. It borders the gardens of elderly residents who have to constantly battle the incursion of brambles, rose- bay willow herb and other insidious weeds that spread from this site. It is also the standard collecting site for discarded litter. Similarly the bridge over the Primpton Burn in Burnton Road is used as a dumping ground, the rubbish enter the burn and eventually ends up in the River Doon.
3 04/11/2019 12:34 PM depends on proposal.
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4 05/11/2019 14:38 PM I have no views on this.
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5 15/11/2019 10:47 AM Would be good to see this piece of land developed for housing.
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7. Protection and enhancement of historic core - Buildings, ruins, remains or features of landscape which are historically notable or significant for which improvements to protect or enhance are to be developed.
The Kirkton Inn Dalrymple Parish Church For protection and enhancement of historic core I think these proposals will provide: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 0.00% 0 2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 6.25% 2
4 3 3.13% 1
5 4 9.38% 3
6 5 34.38% 11
7 6 18.75% 6
8 7 Great improvement 28.13% 9
Analysis Mean: 6.41 Std. Deviation: 1.39 Satisfaction Rate: 77.23 answered 32 Variance: 1.93 Std. Error: 0.25 skipped 0
Comments: (8)
1 29/10/2019 11:53 AM The Kirkton Inn has been recently enhanced to a high specification by a private
ID: 129873437 owner
2 29/10/2019 17:12 PM The Kirkton Inn has undergone extensive refurbishment which has really made a
ID: 129901608 huge positive difference.
3 30/10/2019 17:56 PM The recent refurbishment of the Kirkton Inn has helped put the heart back into the
ID: 129964577 village.
4 04/11/2019 12:34 PM the buildings are privately owned so I am interested what the councils proposals are
ID: 130202790 and again work has been carried out on both buildings so is this relevant? and as the kirkton is a commercial business making a profit ifail to see why its even on the survey but would be interested in the reason the church again I don't see what the council can do but am interested in any proposals.
5 05/11/2019 13:06 PM Kirkton inn is privately owned and should be maintained by its owner. Like wise the
ID: 130307722 church has the support of the larger charities (church groups). Money would be better spent elsewhere
6 05/11/2019 14:38 PM The Kirkton Inn has been a great improvement now it is being run and managed
ID: 130325941 properly by people that care. 112 7 15/11/2019 10:47 AM Historic buildings enhanced and protected .
ID: 130357371 Church halls well used.church space could be multi functional if pews were removed and movable seating .
8 16/11/2019 22:40 PM I think we need to include more buildings the vast majority of buildings on Main St
ID: 131079722 and Garden St date back to the 1800's perhaps some funding to preserve them?
10. What is your age group?
Response Response
Percent Total 1 12-15 0.00% 0 2 16-24 3.33% 1
3 25-44 33.33% 10
4 45-54 20.00% 6
5 55-64 16.67% 5
6 65+ 26.67% 8
Analysis Mean: 4.3 Std. Deviation: 1.27 Satisfaction Rate: 66 answered 30 Variance: 1.61 Std. Error: 0.23 skipped 2
11. Do you consider yourself to have a long-term disability or condition?
Response Response
Percent Total 1 Yes 3.33% 1
2 No 90.00% 27
3 Rather not say 6.67% 2
Analysis Mean: 2.03 Std. Deviation: 0.31 Satisfaction Rate: 51.67 answered 30 Variance: 0.1 Std. Error: 0.06 skipped 2
12. What is your gender?
Response Response
Percent Total 1 Male 30.00% 9
2 Female 66.67% 20
3 Rather not say 3.33% 1
Analysis Mean: 1.73 Std. Deviation: 0.51 Satisfaction Rate: 36.67 answered 30 Variance: 0.26 Std. Error: 0.09 skipped 2
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Draft Placemaking Plan - New Cumnock
1. Cycling and walking route improvements - improvements to infrastructure which will encourage people to walk and cycle more.
· Improve and expand footpaths and cycle routes to the riverside and beyond · Develop footpaths and cycle network from the railway station · Establish a cycle hub as a centre for the cycle network. · Further develop the Burns Trail For cycling and walking I think these proposals will provide Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 2.33% 1
2 1 6.98% 3
3 2 6.98% 3
4 3 4.65% 2
5 4 13.95% 6
6 5 16.28% 7
7 6 16.28% 7
8 7 Great improvement 32.56% 14
Analysis Mean: 5.98 Std. Deviation: 2.03 Satisfaction Rate: 71.1 answered 43 Variance: 4.12 Std. Error: 0.31 skipped 0
Comments: (6)
1 09/09/2019 18:39 PM Will make difference to increase outdoor fitness
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2 11/09/2019 20:20 PM This will also contribute towards health and wellbeing goals/improvements. Idea -
ID: 126871676 link with housing providers who can contribute / lead on this - for example cycle hub with social prescribing, led cycle events/sessions, trio bike to get less able people out in fresh air, socialising, impact positively on social isolation,etc. Funding can be available via Cycle Scotland.
3 14/09/2019 14:57 PM can I suggest making as much of these routes accessible to all, especially
ID: 127093436 wheelchair users and parents with buggies, no gates or styles where possible, producing maps of accessible routes
4 26/09/2019 15:55 PM more paths for walking along the side of river
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5 27/09/2019 11:25 AM this would be a great cycle route as its lovely scenery all around
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6 27/09/2019 11:53 AM have not observed cyclists in the area don't see this as a priority
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2. Streetscape improvements - things which will help people move around more easily, reduce negative experiences and enhance positive experiences.
· Safer pedestrian environment throughout the town · More pedestrian crossing points · Improved planting of bulbs and flowers in the town centre · Electric car charging points at the train station
For New Cumnock I think these measures will bring Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 9.30% 4
2 1 2.33% 1
3 2 11.63% 5
4 3 9.30% 4
5 4 16.28% 7
6 5 25.58% 11
7 6 9.30% 4
8 7 Great improvement 16.28% 7
Analysis Mean: 5.16 Std. Deviation: 2.08 Satisfaction Rate: 59.47 answered 43 Variance: 4.32 Std. Error: 0.32 skipped 0
Comments: (7)
1 09/09/2019 16:41 PM Already electric charging point never gets used
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2 09/09/2019 18:39 PM Help place look attractive and encourage commuters and tourism
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3 11/09/2019 20:20 PM Think there are greater more pressing priorities to address before these areas.
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4 14/09/2019 14:57 PM more pedestrian crossing essential due to traffic volume (esp. lorries) on main road
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5 27/09/2019 11:25 AM bulbs and flowers would be lovely we need car parking for the school also
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6 27/09/2019 11:53 AM Bulbs and flowers are an inexpensive improvement but Im not sure we need
ID: 127976439 pedestrian crossing points
7 27/09/2019 17:36 PM Better payment clearances in winter. Lower areas for plans and elderly. The Small
ID: 128010456 bumps can also be a hinderace to poor mobility. Reduce the width of these. Speed cameras that actually catch speeding cars through all the village.
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3. Opportunities for civic space improvements - areas of vacant or under-used space such as squares, parkland, local landmarks or natural features to be improved for public use or visual amenity improvement.
· Improve the visitor focus and provide business units at the railway station · Better pitch and facilities for Glenafton FC · Develop a sports hub Improve the area around the Working Men’s Club · Develop a sustainable energy project
For civic spaces I think these proposals will bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 2.33% 1
2 1 2.33% 1
3 2 2.33% 1
4 3 6.98% 3
5 4 6.98% 3
6 5 16.28% 7
7 6 11.63% 5
8 7 Great improvement 51.16% 22
Analysis Mean: 6.65 Std. Deviation: 1.8 Satisfaction Rate: 80.73 answered 43 Variance: 3.25 Std. Error: 0.27 skipped 0
Comments: (5)
1 09/09/2019 16:41 PM Also there’s other teams outwith
ID: 126641059 Glenafton juniors that need facilities
2 09/09/2019 18:39 PM Encourage tourism and fitness and employment
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3 11/09/2019 20:20 PM Glenafton FC improvements will contribute to sports hub, the full community &
ID: 126871676 wider communities will benefit from affordable access to their facilities. Glenafton FC will contribute back to the community therefore it shouldn’t be seen as GFC benefiting but more the outward benefits the community will get from GFC as a result.
4 27/09/2019 11:25 AM We need all of these things
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5 27/09/2019 11:53 AM anything which brings people and investment and which encourages enterprise
ID: 127976439 around the centre
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4. Priority buildings - Buildings which require significant regeneration in order to improve their impact on the quality of the built environment
· 118 Castle Former Coop building · 99 – 105 Castle · 51 Castle · 72 – 78 Castle · Working Men’s Club · Retail units on Highpark Avenue · Consider options for a bunk house and eco-pods, microbrewery, heritage centre, business start-up units, games hall, café, men’s shed, library, youth facility, start-up units,
For Priority buildings I think these proposals would bring Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 little improvement 2.33% 1
2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 0.00% 0 4 3 2.33% 1
5 4 2.33% 1
6 5 11.63% 5
7 6 11.63% 5
8 7 Great improvement 69.77% 30
Analysis Mean: 7.33 Std. Deviation: 1.36 Satisfaction Rate: 90.37 answered 43 Variance: 1.85 Std. Error: 0.21 skipped 0
Comments: (10)
1 09/09/2019 16:41 PM What about greenhead clubhouse ?
ID: 126641059
2 09/09/2019 18:39 PM Attractive and employment and community involvement
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3 09/09/2019 23:36 PM 118 the Castle, the owners need to forced to remedial action to improve visual
ID: 126666131 aspects of the property, this would make the building more attractive to prospective purchasers and visitor to the town
Retail outlets at Highpark, owners should be encouraged to keep their properties in a standard which visually attractive and suitable to all users
72-78 the Castle (Old Trotters Building), A feasibility study should be done to see the viability for small business start up areas, Community up-cycling area using the skills of all genders to repair, redesign furniture clothing etc.
99-105 the Castle (Former, Lade Co-op Store) Owners should be made to act on the approved planing application for the property or demolish it, to improve the visual aspects of the area and the safety of people and property of others
4 11/09/2019 20:20 PM Investment in these areas need to bring sustainability - start ups investing in local
ID: 126871676 area once established; offering opportunities to those in the community - volunteering for example to gain additional skills, etc for members of community or to inspire people to look at own start up options. Look at examples from Wheatley Housing Group & what they take to their 117
communities .... Shire Housing could replicate on smaller scale in the Cumnock & Doon Valley area.
5 11/09/2019 22:07 PM Co-op should be priority as it is not safe. Also Trotters building needs something
ID: 126878616 done about it.
6 14/09/2019 14:57 PM creating small, independent units, with cheap/subsidised rent and utilities to attract
ID: 127093436 small business start up and unique shops. Create council policy that attracts and supports small independent business.
7 27/09/2019 11:25 AM All of these projects would be gfreat
ID: 127974265
8 27/09/2019 11:53 AM Deffinately, the disused abandoned buildings suggest a run down area and left
ID: 127976439 alone are likely to reinforce a negative perceptions. When that happens it is difficult to lift a place
9 27/09/2019 17:36 PM We have cafe
ID: 128010456 Need a sport centre with weight. Excise bike, rowing equipment. Bring jobs and improve health. Regenerate to housing which is affordable. Exercise equipment on a jogging circumstances/walking path. Many in european and asian countryside. We are so behind the times
10 09/10/2019 11:49 AM Derelict buildings is the greatest and most immediate issue facing New Cumnock
ID: 128764808 and until this is addressed, it will undermine other attempts at attracting visitors, investment, new residents etc as well as lowering general morale within the town. It is important that the few remaining traditional/historic buildings remaining are retained and converted to maintain something of the local character and as a guide for new building design.
Perhaps a building improvement grant scheme could be created from renewables energy funds similar to the CARS scheme for conservation areas to incentivise building owners to make improvements and to resinstate historic features.
5. Green space requiring improvement - Improvements to areas of grassland or woodland to provide greater opportunities for play, recreation or visual amenity
· Options to improve the running track and surrounding green space · Develop a new play park with a range of recreational activities for all age groups · Develop Greenhead Park for recreational activities · Development of a community allotment · Develop playing field adjacent to Mounthorpe Terrace. · Develop green space adjacent to Highpark Avenue. · Develop the area around the Glebe
For green spaces I think the proposals would bring:: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 0.00% 0 2 1 2.33% 1
3 2 4.65% 2
4 3 4.65% 2
5 4 6.98% 3
6 5 16.28% 7
7 6 16.28% 7
8 7 Great improvement 48.84% 21
Analysis Mean: 6.74 Std. Deviation: 1.62 Satisfaction Rate: 82.06 answered 43 Variance: 2.61 Std. Error: 0.25 skipped 0
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Comments: (6)
1 09/09/2019 16:41 PM These would help definitely
ID: 126641059 Greenhead is a major factor to bringing sport back to the town Local amateur team with no facilities is a joke and with no funding available
2 09/09/2019 18:39 PM More new homes and
ID: 126651125 People
3 14/09/2019 14:57 PM develop green space for play, but also encourage tree/plant planting to encourage
ID: 127093436 biodiversity and sustainability/low carbon footprints.
4 27/09/2019 11:25 AM All great ideas but haw do we stop the vandalism of these areas?
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5 27/09/2019 11:53 AM Great things to do but we already have lots of nearby countryside
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6 09/10/2019 11:49 AM There is much vacant land around New Cumnock and it is important that this land
ID: 128764808 delivers social, economic and environmental benefits and not be a draining of resources. New community woodlands would be an option as the area is lacking tree cover. Grants may be available for woodland creation and community woodlands can be a great resource for community building, skills training, health and wellbeing etc without being a drain in resources for example compared to managing flower beds and cut grass. Community growing spaces would provide a lot skills training opportunities and could deliver spin-off enterprises as well as delivering on the health and wellbeing agenda - organic fruit/veg etc. Site should also be explored for a community orchard. Any growing facility could also diversify into native tree growing which would link into plans for woodland creation, again providing skills training and opportunities for microenterprise.
6. Housing development/improvement opportunities - Brownfield or green field sites where future new-build housing could be developed or areas of existing housing where the condition of the properties leads to consistent, significant vacancies and negative visual impact:
· Investigate opportunities for mixed housing developments in the brownfield housing sites in the south of the village · Develop serviced plots for private development · Develop self-build and affordable housing options
For potential development sites I think these proposals will bring Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 4.65% 2
2 1 2.33% 1
3 2 2.33% 1
4 3 9.30% 4
5 4 18.60% 8
6 5 25.58% 11
7 6 4.65% 2
8 7 Great improvement 32.56% 14
Analysis Mean: 5.93 Std. Deviation: 1.91 Satisfaction Rate: 70.43 answered 43 Variance: 3.65 Std. Error: 0.29 skipped 0
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1 09/09/2019 18:39 PM Employment and people
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2 11/09/2019 20:20 PM Needs to link with housing needs & demand. For example, there were plans for
ID: 126871676 development of specific extra needs housing at former Crown Hotel site that now appears to be off the agenda with no plans to utilise this levelled area by EAC for social housing. Require commitment from Local Authority or Social Landlord for the progression of areas of suggestions, however they in turn base new build developments on needs & demand. Is there more requirement for options to be explored with young people and housing in the area? Increase young people’s aspirations, link to business startup and trying to retain young people in the community as opposed to outward migration away from area for employment, training, housing & opportunities for progression.
3 27/09/2019 11:25 AM If they build all of the above people would love to live here but if no its pointless
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4 27/09/2019 11:53 AM I am very much in favour of removing / refurbishing run down properties
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5 09/10/2019 11:49 AM Opportunities should be explored to work with Princes Foundation to create well
ID: 128764808 designed high quality, high density vernacular buildings within the old core of the town to fill gap sites and felp to resinstate the historic fabric (as done in Cumnock)- conservation architects should be engaged (replicate the aproach of CARS initiative) Focus on gap sites.
New developments outwith historic core should be of highest standard including for example demonstrating latest green engineering/design techniques. Perhaps a design competition in collaboration with housing associations and the Building Research Establishment (BRE). Look at microrenewables, district heating,, timber cladding technology - given proximity to Galloway Forest. Explore potential of community biomass which would link with wider longer term initiative to develop local community forests.
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7. Potential development sites - Brownfield or green-field sites not already identified for development which impact negatively on the visual amenity but may offer opportunities for improvement
· Former Garage, 166 Castle · Former Crown Hotel, 11 Castle · Afton Cottage, Castle
For potential development sites I think these proposals will bring: Response Response
Percent Total 1 0 Little improvement 2.33% 1
2 1 0.00% 0 3 2 0.00% 0 4 3 2.33% 1
5 4 13.95% 6
6 5 23.26% 10
7 6 25.58% 11
8 7 Great improvement 32.56% 14
Analysis Mean: 6.6 Std. Deviation: 1.42 Satisfaction Rate: 80.07 answered 43 Variance: 2.01 Std. Error: 0.22 skipped 0
Comments: (6)
1 09/09/2019 18:39 PM Better appearance
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2 10/09/2019 17:49 PM Are there not already plans for housing at Crown Hotel
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3 11/09/2019 20:20 PM As above regarding housing & developments.
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4 27/09/2019 11:53 AM Depends on what you are going to do with them
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5 30/09/2019 16:29 PM I currently occupy 166 the castle. By removing this opportunity not only puts a
ID: 128126837 buisness out of work but this will cause my family to be unemployed and potentially homeless. You cannot just take over a property!
6 09/10/2019 11:49 AM See comments above relating to historic core/urban fabric and ensuring sensitive
ID: 128764808 traditional design.
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8. What is your age group?
Response Response
Percent Total 1 12-15 0.00% 0 2 16-24 0.00% 0 3 25-44 38.10% 16
4 45-54 14.29% 6
5 55-64 30.95% 13
6 65+ 16.67% 7
Analysis Mean: 4.26 Std. Deviation: 1.14 Satisfaction Rate: 65.24 answered 42 Variance: 1.29 Std. Error: 0.18 skipped 1
9. Do you consider yourself to have a long-term disability or condition?
Response Response
Percent Total 1 Yes 16.67% 7
2 No 76.19% 32
3 Rather not say 7.14% 3
Analysis Mean: 1.9 Std. Deviation: 0.48 Satisfaction Rate: 45.24 answered 42 Variance: 0.23 Std. Error: 0.07 skipped 1
10. What is your gender?
Response Response
Percent Total 1 Male 38.10% 16
2 Female 57.14% 24
3 Rather not say 4.76% 2
Analysis Mean: 1.67 Std. Deviation: 0.56 Satisfaction Rate: 33.33 answered 42 Variance: 0.32 Std. Error: 0.09 skipped 1
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New Cumnock Drop-in feedback
20 people attended on the afternoon of the 19th October
All were from the KA18 postcode bar 1
Of those who completed the exit questionnaire all were over 65
Cycling and walking route improvements - Improvements to infrastructure which will encourage people to walk and cycle more.
Improve and expand footpaths and cycle routes to the riverside and beyond. Develop footpaths and cycle network from the railway station. Establish a cycle hub as a centre for the cycle network. Further develop the Burns Trail
Cycling and walking Route Improvments Little 1 Improvement 2 3 4 5 6 Great 7 Improvement 0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Comments 1. The pathway behind swimming pool needs benches 2. Make Glen Afton a Mountain bike mecca as well as outlying areas 3. Cyclepaths around windfarms 4. Develop burns, bruce, Wallace and pilgrim trails 5. Make more use of the river 6. Finish path between old Cumnock and New Cumnock 7. Source to Sea path for Nith
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Streetscape improvements - Measures which will help people move around more easily, reduce negative experiences and enhance positive experiences.
Safer walking and cycling throughout the town More crossing points for walkers and cyclists More planting of bulbs and flowers in the town centre
Little Streetscape Improvements Improvement 1 2 3 4 5 6 Great Improvement 7
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 Comments 1. Crossing points would be a bonus and safe walking 2. Bulbs would brighten up the place 3. Zebra Crossing between castle square and Town hall 4. The Nith Bridge is listed and should have its black and white markings revived 5. Parking is insufficient and will be worse if more development takes place 6. Resurfacing at the shops
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Opportunities for civic space improvements - areas of vacant or under-used space such as squares, parkland, local landmarks or natural features to be improved for public use or visual amenity improvement.
Electric car charging points at the railway station Improve the visitor focus at the railway station provide more business units at the railway station Better pitch and facilities for Glenafton FC Develop a spaces for community growing Develop a sports hub Improve the area around the Working Men’s Club Develop a sustainable energy project
Opportunities for Civic Space improvments Little 1 Improvement 2 3 4 5 6
Great 7 Improvement 0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Comments 1. Sports hub including watersports hub 2. Holistic energy is the future of New Cumnock 3. Zebra Crossing between castle square and Town hall
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Priority buildings - Buildings which require significant regeneration in order to improve their impact on the quality of the built environment
118 Castle 99 – 105 Castle, Former Coop building 51 Castle, Castle hotel Retail units on Highpark Avenue 72 – 78 Castle - Trotters Working Men’s Club Pigeon club Consider options including;
bunk house eco-pods microbrewery Heritage centre business start-up units games hall café men’s shed library youth facility Priority Buildings
Little Improvement 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Great Improvement 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Comments
1. Something to attract tourists 2. Issues with flooding within a lot of these sites 3. Trotters could be converted to dwellings – residential should be considered as a use 4. Micro brewery / Gin distillery 5. Mem’s shed / skills shed, repair café type of facility 6. Old coop could be a mining and agricultural heritage museum 7. Community / pop-up shop 8. The Castle hotel should have a memorial library to Andrew Gibson and accommodation 9. Café / flexible eating space 10. The Pigeon club could be a great youth club 11. Trotters community shop units with accomidation above
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Potential development sites - Brownfield or green-field sites not already identified for development which impact negatively on the visual amenity but may offer opportunities for improvement
Afton Cottage, Castle Rear of former Garage, 166 Castle Retail units Burnton Place Former Clinic by the square Former Afton Dyers site
Potential development sites
Little Improvement 1 2 3 4 5 6
Great Improvement 7
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Comments Garage site an opportunity for car charging Former Afton Dyers site prime for development Afton Cottage could be a water sports centre and hostel Afton cottage is on a flood plane and cant be developed The garage could be a cycle and pedal kart centre Demolish old Coop in Burnton Place Build a factory to provide work and start a snowball effect Kirkconnel have one why cant we
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Green space requiring improvement - Improvements to areas of grassland or woodland to provide greater opportunities for play, recreation or visual amenity.
Options to improve the recreation grounds and surrounding green space Develop a new play park with a range of recreational activities for all ages Greenhead Park for recreational activities and improve the playing field Green space around Dalhanna Drive Green space adjacent to Highpark Avenue. Around the Glebe
Green Space requiring improvement
Little Improvement 1 2 3 4 5 6
Great Improvement 7
0 2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16
Comments Recreation ground in need of upgrading and bins for dog fowling Ground for music festival or medieval festival Pitch and put on the glebe A separate enclosed dog walk and playpark Recreation ground running track pedal cars disabled trikes An additional bin should be at Meadow View
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Housing development/improvement opportunities - Brownfield or green field sites where future new-build housing could be developed or areas of existing housing where the condition of the properties leads to consistent, significant vacancies and negative visual impact:
Investigate opportunities for mixed housing developments in the brownfield housing sites in the south of the village Develop serviced plots for private development Develop self-build and affordable housing options
Housing Developments or Improvments
Little Improvement 1 2 3 4 5 6 Great Improvement 7
0 2 4 6 8 10 12
Comments Pink areas are in need of improvements Housing opportunities through self-build plots and small scale housing Demolish council housing stock which is surplus Green Brae housing should be demolished
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KA6 I feel that it is most important to reduce the speed A speed limit review was carried out in 2013 in partnership with limit on the Road from hollybush right into Ayr. People Police Scotland to assess the requirements of extending the speed drive too fast and there are many new houses in the limits or lowering speed limits at towns and villages in East hollybush area. A footpath to allow safe access to bus Ayrshire where speeding or road safety concerns had been raised. stops for example is vital. I would propose that a footpath from Hollybush to the Hollybush Inn would Hollybush was included in the speed limit review and investigated be of benefit but this path should be extended from in conjunction with Police Scotland. Speed surveys at that time Hollybush right up to Auchendoon Estate to allow showed that the average speed through Hollybush was 47.1mph residents safe walking opportunities and access to bus and there had been 5 slight injury accidents in the previous 3 stops and the Hollybush Inn years. Although speed though the village showed good levels of compliance, the number of accidents provided the justification for East Ayrshire Council to promote a speed limit Order to reduce the speed limit on the A713 and the B7034 in Hollybush from national speed limit (60mph) to 50mph covering all of the properties directly fronting or accessing these roads. A speed limit lower than 50mph was not agreeable by Police Scotland due to the lack of residential frontages and accesses on the A713. Traffic calming features were not considered at the time as they are not permissible in speed limits higher than 30mph. The 50mph speed limit was implemented in June 2014 with improvements including village entry type speed limit signs, gateway markings with coloured surfacing, 3,2 1, count down signs and speed limit repeaters. 130
Creating a footway between the Hollybush Inn and the B7034 junction cannot be considered at this time without significant justification and a high pedestrian demand. There are very few residential frontages along this stretch or other community facilities such as a school, playground, bus stop or Council building for the community to access or connect to. The only advantage such a footway would yield is to connect a private business to the community. Creating a footway along this section also has several engineering difficulties such as the crash barrier behind the verge, the significant level differences which would require major earthworks to create a path wide enough, extend driveways, fell trees and acquire private land. KA6 speed limit through village not upheld. Speeding complaints can be reported to the Ayrshire Roads Alliance who can investigate concerns in conjunction with Police Scotland. KA6 The aims of this project should be welcomed by all but Comment noted it seems difficult to animate people within this community to volunteer or participate. KA6 The roads and pavements in the village are in an Road defects can be reported online using the following link; atrocious condition. Because of sinkage of the road, in particular, in Burnton Road, when in rains (which it https://www.ayrshireroadsalliance.org/Faults/Report-a-fault.aspx does frequently) the road/pavements puddle greatly and it is impossible to walk through the village without Speeding complaints can be reported to the Ayrshire Roads being soaked from passing vehicles. Alliance who can investigate concerns in conjunction with Police Scotland. ARA/Police Scotland would not support a weight limit There are many, many extra-large commercial vehicles reduction through Dalrymple as this would have a detrimental racing through the village, well in excess of the speed effect on businesses within the area who require commercial limits. These vehicles use this as a shortcut as opposed vehicle access. Vehicles are only permitted to operate at weights to the main road A77. These heavy vehicles have above 44 tonnes in exceptional circumstances (abnormal loads) obviously added to the continued deterioration of the and these vehicles require special authorisation. roads/pavements and a weight/speed limit would assist in this regard KA6 A dog waste bin on lane between Forglen Road and 131
primpton avenue would be of massive benefit and The new placed based team have reviewed bins in their area and may encourage people to stop leaving their dogs mess moved a bin to this location. in the lane for the schoolkids to stand on KA6 The village is plagued with littering and dog fouling. I Enforcement team carry out visits to these location and issue am not sure how you change the mindset of those fixed penalty notices and educate people about their responsible. responsibilities.
The regeneration of the area opposite the shops on This issue is being monitored and potential for providing CCTV is Barbieston Road has created a new issue with young being investigated teenagers congregating and indulging in anti-social behaviour KA6 Why does the Percwellan Burn flow through We are in the process of issuing the River Doon Flood Study, this Dalrymple village? Could it not be diverted into the will inform any actions in Dalrymple, however the Percwellan River Doon before it gets to the Village? Surely that Burn is not known for causing any known flooding in this location. could help with flood prevention? The main sources are the River Doon and the Primpton Burn, in Dalrymple.
KA6 tractors leave a terrible mess on the roads everyday Any person who, being in charge of a vehicle allows the which leave it extremely unsafe! disgusting!! deposition of mud/clay/farmyard manure on a road so as to create a danger and fails to remove the material commits an offence under the Roads (Scotland) Act 1984. Obtain vehicle registration number and report to Police Scotland/ARA.
KA6 I feel the area across from the Kirkton inn could do This area will be improved with the installation of new planters with a makeover. The path is impossible to walk over there are plans to develop a covered meeting place in the to get to the bench if you have any walking issues. The community garden and install a notice board in that area opposite sign posts are on their last legs. This area is right in the the shops middle of the village and should be a show stopper. Several mature residents do sit there in the summer Sign posts which appear to be in danger of failing will be replaced. but maybe a wooden shelter would further enhance A further inspection will be undertaken at this location. this as a meeting place? Also an ideal spot for a notice board.
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KA18 All the proposals will have a very positive outcome for the Walking and cycling routes are identified in the plan community if they go ahead , the council need to also look at the some form part of the routes currently progressing foot paths around the village through East Ayrshire Leisure Trust some are part of the long over due upgrade is needed Ayrshire Roads Alliance asset.
KA18 Have lived here all my life. Was even born here. I cannot believe Part of the provision identified in the map and actions is the state of empty buildings in the village We deserve better. We to extend provision Housing provision based on demand have a great community that comes together when needed. We need better housing especially more bungalows for older/disabled people Also more places in the village for activities for people in general. We have our wonderful pool and our town hall. That’s about it. I will say it again WE DESERVE BETTER
KA18 Just feel east Ayrshire council has neglected this area for too long Noted
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KA18 New Cumnock Development Trust used consultants to lead a four The Place Plan for New Cumnock is not intended to be day consultation with the people of New Cumnock to devise a duplication of the work of the New Cumnock Development Master Plan for the village. This plan is available at the Trust office Trust (NCDT) but to support their masterplan for New for anyone to see. Most of your survey questions relate to areas already discussed. The Trust are already working on the priorities Cumnock by providing a means by which the community mentioned in the plan. priorities highlighted in the masterplan can be adopted as I wonder why when this work has already been done do the council part of the Councils Planning Policy. This gives advantages decide to duplicate and waste more time and money? to any group wishing to take forward actions in the It's about time that the talking stops and the actions start. For too masterplan particularly when approaching service long New Cumnock has been left to fester. Lets get people working providers, council officers or potential funding partners. In together and not just doing things for show. order to minimise duplication, Place Plans use information available locally such as Community Action Plans or Local Masterplans to create the Place Plan which represents community aspirations for spatial planning in a common format. The development of the Place Plan for New Cumnock has been developed with the knowledge of the Board of NCDT and the support of NCDT officers. Discussions took place with the Trust and the consultant who delivered the Masterplan seeking their approval prior to the commencement of this work.
Can some clarity be given regarding (1) the Crown Hotel site and The CouncilIssues inagreed relation a programmed to flooding potentialof Placemaking have held as part the the planned housing (2) Dumfries House plan for a Heritage Centre development of the Crown Hotel site back, however of the 2017 Local Development Plan. Following a review of near the pool it is still the intention of the council to develop this the draft Place Plan for New Cumnock by the councils site. There is no further information available on Cabinet Committee it will enter a 6 week formal plans for a Heritage Centre. consultation process. Thereafter, it returns to the Cabinet for members to consider any comments made and to amend or adopt unchanged the plan as supplementary guidance to the East Ayrshire Local Development Plan.
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Hopefully some real positive changes for new Cumnock, a lot of Noted great ideas here and a few positive changes to be had keep up the good work In general positive suggestions in the plan, however I feel key to noted this is the prioritisation of the areas contained within the plan as New Cumnock moves towards implementation of these actions is required first and foremost. Quantifiable evidence of what is going to have a positive impact for the community.
I would like to suggest making improvements to the main Improved planting and features on the roundabout is roundabout at the northern side of the village, the large concrete something that could be considered but would be slab, covered in glass and weeds is an eyesore. Check out these subject to further design and approval. sculptures in Clackmannanshire: https://www.clacks.gov.uk/culture/publicart/
Something similar to the south of the village would be cool. Remember, New Cumnock is the gateway to East Ayrshire from the south of the A76