Rochford District Council Minutes

INDEX

1982

January - December MINUTE INDEX 1982

ALLOTMENTS

Competition 1982 305, 570

ANGLIAN WATER AUTHORITY

Liaison Meeting 179, 556

AUDIT

Audit of Accounts 1980/81 230, 231, 351 cash in Transit/Cash Collection 649 Final Audit 1981/82 649 Audit and the Policy Maker 746 BOROUGH STATUS 649

BUILDING CONTROL

Building Regulations 1976 — Revised fee structure 519

BULLW000 HALL, HOCKLEY 654

BUSES

Ferry Road/Pooles Lane, Flulibridge - Improved facilities 37, 325 Hilltop Farm Estate 324, 518 Service 65 - Ashingdon—South Fambridge link 324, 518 Services 4C and BA 'Cross District' 324, 518 Bus Timetables 523 CAR PARKING

Websters Way Car Park - Sponsored Dog Jog 55 Castle Road Car Park — Band Practice 57, 448 Castle Road - Sale/lease of land 345, 368, 534, 640 Staffing Structure 437 Christmas Amnesty 440 Rayleigh Market - Antiques Fair 441 Websters Way Car Park — Band Practice 448 Ashingdon Road Car Parking 41, 138, 202, 624, 714 Christmas Amnesty 651 Supermarket Trolleys 430, 685 The Approach Car Park 734 Weekly Season Tickets — The Approach Car Park 735 Charges 743 Transferable Tickets 743

CARAVAN SITES ACT 1960

Brandy Hole Yacht Station, Pooles Lane, Hulibridge 98 Unauthorised Caravan on land adjoining 'The Olive Branch' Magnolia Road, Hawkwell 585 Site Licence 2 - Crouch Caravan Park 590 Site Licence Condition - Distance between caravans 591 266 Plumberow Avenue, Hockley 669

CHARGES

Bowls 25, 152, 242 Rayleigh Civic Suite 58 Housing Rents 69 Guest Rooms — OAP units 91 Rochford Fair — charges 116 Hackney Carriage Licensing fees 12? Clements Hall Phase III. Scale of charges 243 The Freight House Community Centre 701 Annual Review — 1983/84 743

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS 651, 661

CIVIC PRIDE 264, 295, 309, 32?, 343 352, 371, 388, 396, 413

CLEMENTS HALL SPORTS CENTRE

Phase III — Progress 30 Phase IV 62, 74, 437, 705 Proposed Swimming Gala — 2/10/82 114 Snooker Exhibition and Demonstration Evening 191 Official Opening 230 Phase III — Charges 243 Phase IV — Main surface water drainage works 418 Bar Arrangements 509 Quarterly Report 604,700 Liquor Licensing 705 COMMITTEES AND REPORTS OF Roach Valley Conservation Zone — Group of Representatives 38, 128, 203, 425, 612 Joint Staff and Safety Panel 52, 140, 636 Joint Works and Safety Panel 53, 145, 342, 661, 636, 729 Cycle of Meetings 1982/83 70, 239 Keep Britain Tidy group — see card of that title Hackney Carriage Panel 127, 522, 662, 708 Highways Agency Panel 145 Rochford Computer Panel 742 District Plan Working Party 717 Appointments Panel 549, 739 Chairman's Panel 62, 230, 351, 549, 649, 739 Audit Panel 62, 230, 351 , 649 Community Centres Panel 62, 351, 549, 739 Annual Appointments 254 — 260 Action Panel for the Disabled 354, 551 Planning Services Committee — 24th June 1982 — Inquest 457, 469 Appeals Panel 538, 643 Housing Benefit Appeal Panel 536, 548 Nssex Games Steering Committee 415, 449, 739

COMMUNITY CENTRES

Revised Strategy for 549

Rayleigh Grange Charges 25, 351 Liquor Licence 62, 549, 705 Provision of Club facilities 351 Administration/Management of 549 Community Association 549 Management Committee 741

Rochford Community Centre — The Freight House Development of 62 Deemed Consent 62 Progress 351 Management of 549 Supplementary Capital Estimate 549 Withdrawal of Rochford Parish Council 557, 739, 758 Scale of Charges 701 Liquor Licence 705 Management Committee 741

Great Wakering Development of 62, 351, 549, 739

COMPULSORY IMPROVEMENT see Unfit Houses

CONCESSIONARY SCHEMES

Revised Conditions 731 CONFERENCES

County Social Services/District Councils 13, 174 ADC Planning Committee - out of town meetings 39 An Alternative to a Work Study Bonus Scheme — Seminar 66 Hazardous Waste Disposal 1 04 National Housing and Town Planning 146 Environmental Health Congress 1982 17? CIFFA, Harrogate 1982 357 ADC Annual Meeting and Conference 1982 358, 443 Institute of Housing 1982 391 Town & Country Planning Association — Weekend School for Councillors 520 Rating & Valuation Association 639 Contracting Out 653, 745 London & South East Regional Planning 721

CONSERVATION GRANTS

Priests House, Ashingdon Road, Rochford 168, 215, 232 2 Weir Pond Road, Rochford 168 Gore House, Ballards Gore, Stambridge 168 53 West Street, Rochford 168 Women's Institute Hall, Rochford 168 309 Ferry Road, Hullbridge 168 4 Church Road, Barling t4agna 378 21 West Street, Rochford 378 2 Chase Cottages, East End, Paglesham 378 67—69 West Street, Rochford 378 3—15 South Street, Rochford 378, 382 Grants Scheme 521 26 South Street, Rochford 476 Halesville Cottage, Ballards Gore,Canewdon 476 21 West Street, Rochford 476 Glebe Farm, Barling 476

CONTRACTS

Aged Persons Grouped Flatlets, High Street, Great Wakering — lift 498 Mill Lane Pump Station reconstruction 498 Fooles Lane, Section 16 Soil Sewer 498 Public Conveniences, Southend Road, Hockley 593 Refuse Sacks 684 Keswick Avenue Foul Sewer 684 The Esplanade Foul Sewer Replacement 684

CONTRAV ENT IONS

See Town & Country Planning - Contraventions COUNCIL PREMISES

SEE ALSO+ Community Centres Clements Hall Park Sports Centre Wakering Sports Centre Mill Hall

Staff Car Park 52 Energy Conservation 62 Rochford Old People's Day Centre 233 Purchase of 1? South Street, Rochford 246, 362, 442 1"Barringtons' Council Offices, Rayleigh 24? 19 London Hill, Rayleigh 248 Refurbishing Exterior Elevation of Council Offices at 3—15 South Street, Rochford 378, 382, 433 Dutch Cottage, Crown Hill, Rayleigh 438, 465, 550 Public Conveniences, Southend Road, Hockley 492, 542, 593 Grant Aid — 17 South Street, Rochford 641 Office Extension, Council Offices 649 Goods left in Council Buildings 673 Depot — Cleansing Standards 729

COUNCI LLORS

Councillor E V Maton 1 Visits to Low Cost Homes 12 Royal Garden Parties 158 Members' Room - Press 230, 355 Correspondence 452 Support Services 649 —--I-

DEEMED PLANNING CONSENTS

Rawreth Playing Field 4, 22, 64, 78 Rochford Community Centre — The Freight House 62 36 Pulpits Close, Hockley 280, 474, 483 Computer Centre Accommodation - Portakabin for Audit 362, 373, 383 17 South Street, Rochford 362, 472, 553 Park Sports Centre — Alterations 417, 460, 504 Mill Hall — Office Extension 310 BMX Track — Grove Road Open Space 411, 472, 504 Temporary Pavillion, Gt. Wakering Playing Field 472, 504 Public Conveniences, Southend Road, Hockley 492, 542, 575 Clements Hall Phase IV — Re-alignment of Tennis Courts 739

DELEGATION SCHEME

Scrap Metal Dealers — Exemption Orders CDLS/DHH) 176 Increase in rate of Intermediate and Repairs Grants (Dliii) 282 Recovery of Rates — Authorised Officers 339 Matters which will not admit of delay (CE) 361 Historic Building Grants (DTP) 521 Building Preservation Notices (DLS ) 650 Public Entertainment Licensing (DLS) 673 Public Entertainment Licensing — Authorised Officers 673 Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1982 673 Unified Housing Benefits 760

DIRECT LABOUR ORGANISATION

Setting up 455 ECCLESIASTICAL PARISHES

Ashingdon & South Fambridge - Proposed Union 740

ELECTIONS

May 1982 - Results 258

E24PLOYMENT, INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL 238, 290, 304, 322, 340 DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES 353, 372, 390, 502, 730

Matchbox, Rochford 544 Seminar 730, 748

ESSEX COUNTY COUNCIL

Administrative Alterations . 363

ESTIMATES

Expenditure Targets 1982/83 62 Capital Programme 1982/83 62, 68 Energy Conservation 62 Rechargeable Works 62 Capital Programme 1981/82 — Other Services Block 67 Mill Hall — Alterations 310, 338 Housing Investment Programme 530 Site Investigation — School Site, Great Wakering 727 Fencing - Nobles Green Culvert 727 Computer Panel 742 Crouch Harbour Authority 744

ESTIMATES - VIREMENTS

From To Amount Pembroke House Grested Court £7,000 300, 337 Central Heating Central Heating

Castle Hall Mill Hall £12,000 310, 338 Refurbishing Alterations

Conservation Admin.Bldgs. £5,160 382 Grants Repairs

House Purchase Aged Persons £50,000 732 Loans Alarm Schemes FOOD HYGIENE

Contravention - Vehicle Reg. WHK 768W 15 Training Course 394 301 Ferry Road, E-Iullbriclge 679

FOOTPATHS

Council Policy 126 Purdeys Industrial Estate 317 Diversion of 4 (Hawkwell) & 32 (Bochford) 318 Diversion of 41 Doggetts, Rochford 319, 613 St. Peter's Road, Hockley 621 Unadopted Footpaths 710 Diversion of Footpaths 4 and 7 (Rayleigh) 711 Management and Protection of Public Bights of Way 723 GRANT & LOAN REQUESTS

Hulibridge Community Association 147 Chelmsford Cathedral 214 Priests House, Ashingdon Road, Rochford 168, 215, 232 Pitsea Land—fill Site, Scientific Investigations 397 St. Nicholas Church, Great Walcering - Tower Appeal 532 Kennet District Council 533 Rayleigh Grange Community Association 549 Hullbridge Sports & Social Club 555 Crouch Harbour Authority 744 HACKNEY CARRIAGES

See also Sewers

Rawkwell Brook 101 Kingsmans Farm Ditch Flood Alleviation Scheme 180 Factory Site rio 8 St Johns Road, Ct. Wakering 181 Nobles Green Culvert 676, 727 TOWN & COUNTRY PUNNING

See also Conservation Grants Roach Valley Conservation Zone T & CPA Contraventions Trees

Historic Towns in Essex — Consultation Draft 40 510 Ashingdon Road, Rochford 107 Erection of CB Aerials within curtilate of Residential Dwellings 129, 144 Essex Design Guide Household Survey 130 Development Control Statistics 131, 426, 616 Planning Gain 132 Regal Cinema Site, Bellingham Lane 148 Developments at Wickford 165, 618, 720 Planning Inquiries - The Award of Costs 166 Essex Structure Plan 193, 326 Consideration of Draft T P f 9 1983/84 195, 229 Public Transport Plan 1983/84 204 Enforcement & Planning Appeals 206 ROC/463/80 — Land adjacent to Lillyville Walk, Rayleigh 209 South Fambridge Works 225, 564, 572 Building Preservation — Ropers Farm, Barling Magna 267 Planning Fees 270 Land adj. Buena Vista, Riverview Gardens, Hullbridge 271 308 Greensward Lane, Hockley 224(13c), 274 Employment Generation - Interim Policy 321 Conservation Grants 322 Development Control Policy Ifl Green Belt 332 Forward Plan Programme 333A, 480 Paragraph 19 Consultations with the County Council 375 Hockley Downs Stables, Lower Road, Hockley 376 Rochford Branch Library — 26 West Street 473 'Little Brays' Brays Lane, Canewdon 475 34 Etern Road, Rayleigh 476 Local Plans, The Need for Change 479 BPN — Gore Farmhouse, Stambridge 524 BPN — Pickerells, Rawreth 524 BPN — Buckland House, East End, Pagleshain 524 Rochford Branch Library — 26 West Street 541 'The Cabi&, Lyndhurst Road, Ashingdon 545 BPN — Breade House, Apton Fall Road, Stambridge 572 Rayleigh Conservation Zone — Telegraph Pole at top end of High Street 622 BPN — Bay Tree Cottage, 50 Main Road, Hockley 629 BFN — Mayfair, High Street, Canewdon 629 BPN — 50 Hockley Road, Rayleigh 629 BPN — Millers Farmhouse, The Common, Great Wakering 629 BPN — Winfell, High Street, Canewdon 629 BPN — Roach Farmhouse, Barling Magna 629 ROC/730/81 — Goads Meadow, Church Road, Hockley 689 Land r/o Council Offices, Rochford 253, 691, 747, 758 Computerisation of Systems 716 Essex Coast Protection Subject Plan 718 Wickford District Plan 719 TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT - CONTRAVENTIONS

5k Castle Road, Rayleigh — Castle Alarm Services 16 Perrys/Devenish, Hambro Hill, Rayleigh 48, 437, 454, 467 250 Greensward Lane, Hoclcley 84 22 Elm Grove, Hullbridge 164 Land between Ferndale Road & Blounts Wood, Rayleigh 223 Rye Thermoplastics, Swaines Industrial Est. Rocrrd 183, 268 Cedar Mews, Hockley 268 Rose Garden, Aldermans Hill, Hockley 268 Franelle, Church Road, Rawreth 269, 461 308 Greensward Lane, 1-Tockley 274, 374 Bramblehurst Farm, [-lydewood Lane, Canewdon 374 Fly Posting 525 2A Woodside Chase, Hawkwell 688 Spur Aquatics, London Road, Rayleigh 688 Blue House Farm, Chelmsford Road, Rawreth 688

TRAFFIC REGULATION ORDERS

Waiting Restrictions, Southend Road, Hockley 42 Love Lane (part), Rayleigh — Proposed "One Way" 199 Lancaster Road (part), Rayleigh - Stopping Up 209 Temporary Closure of Bellingham Lane (part) Rayleigh - May Day Fair 226 Waiting Restrictions — Great Wakering 314 Battlesbridge By—Pass 431, 465 Proposed Extension and Variation of Waiting Restrictions, Hockley & Hawkwell 713 Waiting Restrictions - Meadow Way and Spa Close, Hockley 722

TWINNING 649 UNIFIED HOUSING BENEFITS

New Procedure 341 Financial and Staffing Implications 341, 536 Appeal Panel 548 Delegation 760

UNFIT HOUSES

234 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh 8 37 West Street, Rochford 9 5A Spa+Road,Hockley 95 Townfleld Bungalow, Southend Road, Great Wakering 95 4 Olive Cottages, Mucking Hall Road, Barling 95 Chase Cottage, East End, Paglesham 171 'Four Winds' Wood Avenue, Hockley 281, 583 285 Rectory Road, Hawkwell 490, 584 Pickerells Farmhouse, Highlands Road, Battlesbridge 582, 668 WAKERING SPORTS CENTRE

Caravan Rally 118

WALLASEA FERRY 35, 323 ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL MINUTES

1982

May ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

COLIN P SIVLL EGIS DMA Dip O&M COUNCIL OFFICES Barrister-at-Law SOUTH STREET Director of Legal Services ROCHFORD Tel Southend-on-Sea 546366 ESSEX 854 IBW My Ref Your Ref When calling or telephoning Please ask for 14th May 1982

Dear Councillor,

Members of the Council are summoned to the Annual Meeting of the Council as detailed below.

Yours s ncerely, 42 Direct of Leg 1 Services.

DATE: TUESDAY, 18th MAY 1982.

TIME: 7.30 P.M.

PLACIE: COUNCIL CIIAMEER, RAYLEIGH

A G E N D A 4' PRAYERS

1. To elect the Chairman of the Council for the municipal year 1982/83.

2 The elected Chairman of the Council to make his statutory declaration of acceptance of office.

3. To appoint the Vice—Chairman of the Council for the municipal year 1982/83.

4. To appoint the Chairman of the Policy & Resources Committee/Leader of the Council for the municipal year 1982/83. 5. The Chairman of the Council to appoint his Chaplain.

6. To receive details of the results of the District Council and Parish Elections held on 6th May 1982 as set out in Appendix A hereto.

7. To receive apologies for absence.

8. to receive the record of attendance of Members at Council, Committee and Panel Meetings during the municipal year 1981/82 (Appendix B).

9. To appoint Standing Committees of the Council as follows: —

Committee Mernbersjp

Development Services * 20

Finance & Personnel * 20

Health & Housing Services * 20

Leisure Services * 20

Planning Services * 37

Policy & Resources + 20 Being the Chairman and Vice—Chairman of each Standing Committee plus Members from Standing Committees.

+ Plus the appropriate ex—officio members.

* Plus the Chairman and Vice—Chairman of the Council, the Chairman of Policy & Itesources Committee/Leader of the Council as er-officio members.

10. Special Meetings of all Standing Committees will he held at this stage for the sole purpose of electing their Chairman and Vice—Chairman, and to appoint their dependent Panels.

(a) Development Services

Chairman

Vice—Chairman ______

(i) Hackney Carriage Panel (7)

S OU92 (b) Finance & Personnel

Chairman ______

Vice—Chairman ______(i) Joint Staff & Safety Panel (3)

(ii)Joint Works & Safety Panel (3)

Chairman ______

Vice—Chairman ______(1) Music & Dancing Panel (4)

(d) Leisure Services

Chairman ______

Vice—Chairman ______

(e) Planning Services

Chairman ______

Vice—Chairman ______(f) Policy & Resources

Chairman (elected at ______Item 4).

Vice—Chairman ______(i) Audit Panel (9). (ii) Chairman's Panel — Chairman and Vice— Chairman of Council and all Standing Committees.

(iii) Community Centres Panel (6).

(iv) Computing Centre Panel (7).

(v) Emergency Panel (7).

(vi) Southend Computing Centre Joint Committee(3)

11. To note formally the calendar of meetings for 1982/83 as approved in Minutes 70 & 239/82 (previously circulated).

12. To appoint or nominate persons to represent the Council on outside bodies and organisations. Details of the Council's membership on out8ide bodies and the nominations thereto for 1982/83 are set out in Appendix C hereto. - P4o1 opponcte4. - 5z, Miu&a ea 3 Appendix A U)

ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL.

ELECTION OF DISTRICT COUNCILLORS— 6th MAY 1982.

RESULTS. No. of Votes.

Ray1eigh Central

FOLEY Valerie Mary 103 *

FOSTER Richard David 529 ELECTED

RAPLEY Frank 252

SILVA Stanley Harold 386

Rayleigh Downhall

COPE Leonard Kenneth 636 ELECTED

TUCKER James Frederick 95

WARD Dennis Brian 288

Grange & Rawreth

ANDRE Steven 503

JONES Michael John 618 ELECTED

RAPLEY Mary Jane 510

Rayleigh Lodge

BARNABY Christian James 203

HENNING Moya Patricia 522

MURISON Joyce Muriel 1073 ELECTED

Rayleigh Trinity

BOYD Richard Henry 931 ELECTED

GIBSON Simon John 487

LUST-IEY Edwin 53

Rayleigh Wheatley

DEAN Trevor Leslie 388

LOVETT Beryl Georgina Joan 700 ELECTED

I (2)

No. of Votes.

Rayleigh Whitehouse

FOLEY James Patrick George 103

TAYLOR Brian 564 ELECTED

TURRELL David Paul Stewart 365

Hulibridge Riverside

NOKES James Ernest 386 ELECTED

PARKINSON Jonathon 380

RICHARDSON Dennis Leslie 297

Hullbrid&e South

BRADING Philip 236

CAMPBELL—DALE? Lilian Maud Alice 267 ELECTED

MALCOLM Alexander Davidson 164

WILLIAMS Charles William 266

Hockl eyEast

BARNARD Stanley William 682

1-IIMFEN Patrick John 690 ELECTED

T-tawkwell East

BENSON Janet 380

BROWN Charles William 450

BURT Thomas Henry 943 ELECTED

SHEAF John Aron 972 ELECTED

WEIR David Adams 373

WEIR Myra Ann 319

Rochford St. Andrews

CLARK Malcolm James 245

McKINNEL David ''377 WARNER Martin Christopher Leigh 448 ELECTED . GS95 (3)

No. of Votes.

Rochford Eastwood

BUDGE William Henry 349 ELECTED

SAUNDERS Kenneth 292

Rochford Roche

HERD William George 284

STEPHENSON Charles 415 ELECTED

STEVENS Maureen Ann 112

1. AppndixA 1441

ROCB3ORD DISTRICT CO1JNCIL

ELECTION OF PARISH COtJNCILLOBS 6th MAY i9Z.

BES1JITS q,pf Vote hingdon NICHOLLS, John Joseph Uncontested. Hawkwefl (East) BROWN, Carles William 474

BAEtWOOD, Brian 898 Elected

WEIR, Myra Anne 370 Rochford LEastwoc,d.) ALLOHOBBE, Brian Michael 309 Klected

BUDGE, William Henry 376 Elected DAVISON, Pamela Eileen 259

DAWSON, Ronald Ptrnest 259

FACEY, Percy Herbert 317 Elected OLDBURY, Grahame Creswell 327 Elected Rochf'ord (Roche)

BONHIR, Mantis 255

BEARD, Nancy 308 Elected BEARD, William George 342 Elected LOWE, Sally Margaret 267 Elected STEPBENEON, Charles 460 Elected STEVENS, Manreen Anne 232

WIGGThS, Geoffrey William 241 Ito chf rd (st An±rews)

ALGER, Cohn Bernard 373

ASHLEY, Mavis Lillian Preda 364 ASHLEY, Victor Edward 375

AXCBJLL, Thomas 444 Elected BAGNALL, Graham Martin Cooper 440 Elected

BJNØR, Eileen Patricia 365

BOTTEELL, itilip William 446 Elected

BRIGHT, Ramon John Lufkin 492 Elected

CLARK, Malcolm James 265 DAVIES, Patricia £%nn 330 • PINCH, Michael John 242 GAY, Ernest James 352

GR.ui'nTHS, Trevor Stephen 422 Elected

EEMITT, George William Alfred 571

HEWITT, Grace Selina 339

1CUT, Walter George 363

MONK, Richard John 394 HLeoted WARNER, Martin Christopher Leigh 475 Elected

WThLIANS, Alfred 441 fleoted WILLIAMS, Nalvern 415 Elected

WYER, Leslie Charles 212

a w 009398 RECORD OF NEERS' aW AflENDANQEQJIS..2 . 12th N?y 1981 — 29th April l9 .

. Devçlop- Finance Health LeisureT Plaxin p Total ana Housing °Ma Panels Panels rafl L'2BER Council servjo4 ervices" tesouroes Comnut— Service Personne: Sflces tees) (Total) Total PA PA P A PA PA PA PA P ACouncil P A PA ;.frj.A:QoK 109 86 68 77 1414 10105754 95 99 100 6663 95 10 k.B.A1t 9 8 6 6 5 14 11 10 8 50 41 82 50 41 82 h.11.Anirson 10 6 84 8 5 14 6 10 4 5025 50 50 25 50

S.'J.Bnnard. 10 9 8 7 7 7 14 14 10 10 49 47 96 2 2 100 51 49 96 i.R.B15her 101 83 71 144 399 23 399 23 ';.J.Bo,r 101 8 1 72 143 397 18 397 18 ri.H.pov 108 8 6 86 1410 109 5039 78 95 56 5944 75 .H.Buce 1010 8 8 8 7 14 12 40 37 93 3 3 100 43 40 93 8 2mt'beJ)-Daley 1010 8 8 8 14 14 40 40 100 40 40 100 10 8 8 Ars.F.flc'ce 7 8 7 14 11 40 33 83 40 33 83 109 87 77 1410 106 4939 80 1714 82 6653 60 .A.Criak 109 88 761414 109 4946 94 4946 94 ,- .&.E.J)aley 1010 8 8 86 - 76—____— 1414 4744 94 4744 94 T.Pae1i 108 84 8 7 148 107 5034 68 84 50 5838 66

FLD.Fcnter 1010 88 8 7 1414 1010 5049 98 1815 83 6864 94 8 6 Mrs.N,arlick 10 8 7 7 14 9 10 7 49 37 76 40 22 55 89 59 66 Tã.Cacson 8 8 109 82 149 1010 5038 76 3634 94 8672 84 — 1010 8 8 8 A.J.EIarveI 4 5 4 7 6 14 12 10 9 65 50 77 59 45 76 95 77 jh124 1! Nrs.P.a.Hawke 9 85 88 14 12 40 34 85 40 34 85 C R00FJO DISTRIOI' COUNCIL FEC0P OF IEB2t ATTJ3ENDMCES 1381/32 Cc. 12th — p May 1981 29th April 1982 Develop Finance Bealth & Leasuri nan>. Policy & Total % Panels Panels fl% Council ment and Housing . . Ovenil aernce Resources Commit_ (Commit. (Total) 06) % Serflces Personne Servicei ervicesing Total P P tees) tees) A P A A P A P A P A P A P A (CounoL ) P A P A T'rs.EJLEeath 10 6 8 3 73 14 3 3915 38 39 15 38 D.R.HeIFO-a 10 9 8 7 8 8 7 5 14 13 48 41 85 1 1 100 49 42 86 JL,E.HoLnan 10 10 8 8 8 6 5 7 76 1411 1010 6555 85 5347 89 118 102 86 Mrs..J,M.Joneg 10 6 8 4 3 8 5 14 4023 53 8 3 38 48 26 54 FB.G.Jcipson 10 9 8 6 88 76 1413 109 4943 11 8 73 60 51 85 MissB.Q.,J.Lovefl 10 9 8 8 8 7 1411 1010 5045 90 9 6 67 59 51 86 Lts.T.FhMadden 4 4 4 4 32 7 6 1616 39 4 4 100 22 20 91

PLV.Mron 10 1 8 0 8 0 7 0 14 0 ABSMT TUGH] ILbThS flrs.J,iLthrison 10 9 8 7 7 6 14 11 10 9 49 42 86 49 42 86 J.LNJs's 10 10 8 8 7 7 76 1412 4742 89 47 42 89 ?.A.Pe:'non 10 10 8 7 7 7 14 13 10 10 49 47 96 8 8 100 57 55 96 A.3i't± 10 10 8 8 7 7 14 11 10 9 49 45 92 16 12 75 65 57 88 kr.j.Skuiner 5 5 3 3 33 5 5 1616 100 16 16 100 .T.Stephnns 10 10 8 6 6 10 7 14 39 32 82 10 9 90 49 41 84 10 10 8 8 C.Stepnson 7 7 14 12 1010 4947 96 49 47 96 10 10 8 8 8 7 8 8 10 14 14 10 58 57 98 24 22 92 82 79 96 B.Tay1i 10 8 8 4 76 1414 106 4940 82 10 9 90 59 49 83 TS.Ta;1or 10 8 8 8 7 7' 14 13 40 35 88 4O 3d 88 1 10 6 8 1 27 2 14 6 36 . 47 • 36 • ...-iC0 OF ?JEES ' A!L2flDANCES 198is 12th Nay 1981 —29th April 198w •

Develop-.. Finance& Healtb& Leisur Planning Policy Total % Panels PanelE Overall 7qrt (Joimcil men-b Personn& Housing ervice Services and Connaittee 0om Total) (%) Total % Services Services esource: ittees P P PA A A PA PA P A PA P A (Counc i) A PA £4J.Waner 8 108 7 77 14 7 1010 49 39 80 107 70 59 46 78 1.S.1Jiituorth 10 8 8 8 5 7 14 10 40 30 75 4 4 100 44 34 77 D.0.Wc:d 10 10 8 8 8 7 8 5 7 4 14 12 10 9 65 55 85 46 34 74 111 89 80

'a ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

Minutes of the Annual Meeting of the Council

At a Meeting held on 18th May, 1982. Present; Counciltors R.H. Holman (Chairman), EdT. Adcock, C.B. Alger, M.N. Anderson, N.R. Blyther, R.U. Boyd, W.H. Budge, T.H. Burt, Mrs. L.M.A. Campbell—Daley, Mrs. P. Cooke, L.K. Cope, 13.4. Crick, E.E. Daley, T. Faweli, R.D. Foster, J.A. Gibson, A.J. Harvey, Mrs. P.E. Hawke, Mrs. E.M. Heath, D.R. Helson, P.J. Himfen, Mrs. J.M. Jones, N.J. Jones, F.B.G. Jopson, Miss B.G.J. Lovett, Mrs. J.M. Munson, J.E. Nokes, R.A. 'Pearson, J.k. Sheaf, G.J. Skinner, R.T. Stephens, C. Stephenson, A.L. Tate, 13. Taylor, J.P. Taylor, R.A. Taylor, M.C. Warner, T.J. Warner, E.g. 4lhitworth and D.C. Wood.

ELECTION OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE COUNCIL FOR 1982/83

254. Resolved that Councillor D.C. Wood be elected Chairman of the Council for the ensuing year.

Councillor Wood then made the statutory declaration of acceptance of office as Chairman.

APPOINTMENT OF VICE—CHAIRMAN OF TEE COUNCIL FOR 1982/83

255. Resolved that Councillor Miss B.G.J. Lovett be appointed Vice—Chairman of the Council for the ensuing year.

APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN OF THE POLICY AND RESOURCES COMMITTEE/LEADER OF THE COUNCIL FOR 1982/83

256. Resolved that Councitlor A.J. Harvey be appointed Chairman of the Pol[cy and Resources Committee/Leader of the Council for the ensuing year.

APPOINTMENT OF CHAIRMAN'S CHAPLAIN

257. The Chairman reported that the Reverend N.K. Tailby, had accepted his invitation to serve as his Chaplain during 1982/83.

RESULTS OF DISTRICT AND PARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS HELD ON 6TH }AY1S82

258. The results of the District and Parish Council Elections were received.

RECORD OF ATTENDANCES

259. Members received the record of attendances at Council and Committee Meetings during the year 1981/82.

APPOINTMENT OF STANDING COMMITTEES

260. Consideration was given to the appointment of Members to

ea94U Annual Council . the Standing Committees of the Council. Members were reminded that the Chairman and Vice—Chairman of the Council and the Chairman of Policy and Resources Committee/Leader of the Council were ox—officio Members of all Standing Committees.

Resolved that the undermentioned Committees be constituted as follows:—

(a) DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Chairman Cllr R.D. Foster Cl lr M.J. Jones Vice—Chairman Cllr T. Fawell Cllr F.B.G. Jopson Cllr E.H. Adcock Cllr J.E. Nokes Cur M.N. Anderson Cllr R.A. Pearson Cllr T.H. Burt Cur J.A. Sheaf Cllr Mrs. P. Cooke Cllr GJ. Skinner Cur B.A. Crick Cilr C. Stephenson Cllr Mrs. P.E. Hawke Cllr A.L. Tate Cllr Mrs. E.M. Heath Cllc M.C. Warner CUr P.R. Helson . Cllr Mrs. J.M. Jones

(b) FINANCE AND PERSONNEL

Chairman Cur J.A. Gibson Clir P.J. Himf en Vice—Chairman Cllr R.H. Holman Cur Mrs. J.M. Munson pllr C.B. Alger Cllr J.E. Nokes Cllr R.H. Boyd Cllr R.T. Stephens Clir WF1. Budge Cllr A.L. Tate Cllr T.H. Burt Cllr J.P. Taylor Cur Mrs. L.M.A. Campbell— CUr R.A. Taylor Daley Cllr E.E. Daley Cllr T.J. Warner Cllr T. Fawell Cllr E.S. Whitworth Clir R.D. Foster Cllr P.R Helson (c) HEALTH & HOUSING SERVICES S Chairman Cllr L.K. Cope Cllr J.A. Gibson Vice—Chairman Cllr M.N. Anderson Clir Mrs. P.E. Hawke Cllr E.H. Adcock Clir Mrs. E.M. Heath Cllr G.E. Alger Clir R.H. Holman Cllr N.R. Blyther Cllr Mrs. J.M. Jones Cllr R.H. Boyd Cllr G.J. Skinner Cur Mrs. L.M.A. Campbell— Daley Cllr A.L. Tate Cllr Mrs. P. Cooke Clir B. Taylor Cllr B.A. Crick Cllr J.P. Taylor Cllr E.E. Daley Cllr R.A.. Taylor

wa 000403 Annual Council

(d) LEISURE SERVICES

Chairman Cur J.A. Sheaf Cllr F.B.G. Jopson Vice—Chairman CUr 13. Taylor CUr Mrs. J.M. Munson Cllr E.H. Adeock Clir J.E. Nokes Cllr C.B. Alger dir R.A. Pearson Cllr N.R. Blyther Cur G.J. Skinner CUr N.H. Budge Cllr R.T. Stephens Clir L.K. Cope Cur C. Stephenson dir B.A. Crick Cllr M.C. Warner ClIr E.E. Daley dIr. T.J. Warner Cur P.J. Himfen

(e) PLANNING SERVICES (All Members)

Chairman Cllr F.E.C. Jopson Vice—Chairman Cllr }t.A. Pearson

(f) POLICY RESOURCES

Chairman dir A.J. Harvey Vice'—Chairman Clir L.K. Cope ClIr F.E.C. Jopson Cllr E.11. Adcock Cl lr Mrs. J.M. Munson Cur M.N. Anderson Cl lr R.A.. Pearson Cllr R.H. Boyd Cur J.A. Sheaf Cllr N.H. Budge Cllr C. Stephenson Clir Mrs. L.M.A. Campbell— Daley Cllr k.L. Tate Cur T. Fawell Clir B. Taylor Cl in RD. Foster Cllr T.J. Warner Cur IA. Gibson Cllr D.R. Helson C llr R.H. flolman

APPOINTMENT OP CHAIRMEN AND VICE—CHAIRMEN OF COMMITTEES AND PANELS OF COMMITTEES 261. At this stage of the proceedinge, special meetings of all Standing Committees were held for the sole purpose of appointing their Chairmen and Vice—Chairmen, shown recorded for convenience in the previous Minute and for the purpose of appointing their dependent Panels as set out below.

(a) DEPENDENT ON THE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES COMMITTEE

(i) Hackney Carriage Panel (7) Cllr Mrs. P. Cooke Cllr M.J. Jones Cllr A.J. Harvey Cult C. Stephenson Cur Mrs. J.M. Jones Cur &.L. Tate Cllr D.C. Wood

(b) DEPENDENT ON FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE

(i) Joint Staff and Safety Panel (3)

OJ&'iO4 Annual Gouncii . Gilt J.A. Gibson Gilt A.J. Harvey Cut R.ll. J-loiman

(ii) Joint Wotks and Safety Panel (3)

Gilt J.A. Gibson Gilt A.J. Hatvey Gilt R.H. floinian

(e) DEPENDENT ON HEALTH AND HOUSING SERVICES COMMITTEE (i) Music and Dancing Panel (4) Gilt MN. Andetson Gilt L.K. Gope Gilt G.J. Skinner Gilt A.L. Tate . (d) DEPENDENT ON THE POLICY AND RESOURCES COMMITTEE (1) Audit Panel (9)

Gilt L.K. Gope Gilt A.L. Tate Gilt J.A. Gibson Gilt J.P. Tayiot Gilt A.J. Harvey Gut TJ. Warnet Gilt R.ll. Holinan Gilt E.S. Whitwotth Clii- D.G. Wood

(ii) Ghairinants Panel (13)

Ciii- M.N. Andetson Gilt F.B.G. Jopson Gilt L.K. Gope Gilt Miss B.G.J. Lovett Gilt T. Paweii Gilt RA. Pearson Gilt R.D. Foster Gilt J.A. Sheaf Gilt JA. Gibson Gilt B. Taylor Gilt A.J. Harvey Gllt D.C. Wood Gilt R.H. }loliuan .

(iii)Gomnzunity Genctes Panel (6)

Gilt L.K. Cope Gilt RH. Hoiman Gilt R.D. Fostet Gilt J.A. Sheaf Gilt A.J. Harvey Gilt D.C. Wood

(iv) Computing Centre Panel (7)

Gilt L.K. Gope Gilt R.T. Stephens Gilt J.A. Gibson Gilt TJ. Warner Gilt A.J. Harvey Gilt D.C. Wood Gilt R.H. iloiman

(v) Emergency Panel (7)

Glut L.K. Gope Gilt R.H. Holinan Gilt R.D. Foster Gilt A.L. Tate S Gilt J.A. Gibson Glit D.G. Wood Harvey Annual Council

(vi) Southend Computing Centre Joint CommIttee (3)

Cur J.A. Gibson Cur D.C. Wood Cur A.J. Harvey Cur t.K. Cope (Substitute)

DATES OF MEETINGS

262. Resolved that the timetable of meetings during the year 1982183 as approved in MInutes 70 and 239/82 be noted.

APPOINTMENT OF REPRESENTATIVES TO OUTSIDE BODIES AND ORGANI SATIONS

263. Resolved that representatives be appointed as detailed in the schedule appended to these Minutes.

CIVIC PRIDE

• 264. The Chairman of the Council stated that it was his intention during his year of office to promote civic pride. This would not involve an appeal for funds but the participation of the public both young and old in arranging activities and undertaking projects which would add to the sense of community and improve the quality of life in the District.

Oilinnan bolL.

jfl t_p j " /& t; J ANNIJALCOTJNCIL MEETING - 18Th MAY 182

APPO[NThENT OF REPRESENTATTVE_L ON OUTSIDE BODIES — AND ORCANISATIONS

ORGAWISATION REPRESEITTATIVE(S) 19L

Association of District Councils ( & n) Cllr. A J Harvey (Essex Branch)

Bradwell Nuclesr Power Station (F & B.) Cur. B. D Poster Liaison Committee Cedar Centre Governing Body ( & ) Cur. B. H Ho3,man Cllr.,B Taylor Citizens Advice Bureau (Rochsord) & F) Mrs D N Boothby ( Cllr. C Stephenson Cur. W H Budge Citizens Advice Bureau (Rayleigh) (F & ) Cllr. Mrs J N Munson Cllr. L K Cope

Crossroads Care Attendant Scheme Cllr. H H Holman (Rochford Branch) (H & H) Cllr. Mrs J M Jones Cllr. A L Tate

Crouch Harbour Authority (D s) Cur. P Fawell Cllr. F B G Jopson (sub.)

Council for the Protection of (D s) Cur. D C Wood Rural Essex

Crouch Valley Scout Council (L s) Cur. Miss B G 3 Lovett

tch Cottage Management Committee Cllr. 3 A Gibson •d (L s) Cur. Niss B G J Lovett Rayleigh Mount Local. Committee Cur. P J Warner Chairman of Rayleigh Mount Local Committee Chairman of Rayleigh Civic Society

Eastern Authorities Orchestral (t s) Cur. D C Wood Association

Eastern Council for Sport & Recreation (ii s) Clir. B H Adcock Cllr. 3 A Sheaf (sub.)

Electricity Consultative Council — East (D s) Cllr. F B 0 Jopson Anglian (South) Local Committee

Essex & Herts Provincial Council for (F & Cllr. 3 A Gibson Local Authorities A P P & C Services ) ssex & Harts Provincial Council for ( & p) Clir, 3 A Gib.on Local Authorities Manual Workers ORGANISATION REPPESE11TATTVE(ç 19 e2/5

Essex County Liaison Committee R) Cllr. AJliarvey Essex Youth Opportunit tes Programme — (p & H) Cllr. B A Pearson Rochford Advisory Panel

Hockley Community Centre AssocIation (L 5) Cllr. N N Anderson Executive Committee Clir. A J Haney

Hullbridge Corunity Association (L 5) Olin Mrs J N Jones

Hullbridge Coxtunity Association (L s) Cllr. Mrs J N Jones Executive Committee Cllr. J A Gibson

Hulibridge Senior Citizens Welfare (H & B) Cllr. Mrs J N Jones Council

Hullbridge Sports & Social Club (L 5) Cllr. A J Harvey Cur. ft H Roman

Keep Britain Tidy (H & u) Cflr. N N Anderson Cllr. L K Cope

North Thames Gas Consumers Council (B s) Cllr, E H Adeock Clir. T Pawel].

Oil Refineries Sub—Committee (D s) Cllr, L K Cope CUr. A J Harvey Olin A L Tate Ollr. ft B Poster (sub.)

Queen's Silver Jubilee Project (L s) Cllr. A J Haney Development CoEnittee

Rochford Hundred Rugby Football Club (L s) OUr. J A Sheaf Roach Valley Conservation Zone (D s) Cllr. H D Poster Group of Representatives ClIr. F B G Jopson Olin A L Tate Cllr. B C Wood Rochford Old People' s Welfare Committee (H & n) (Jllr. B H Adcock Clii'. 14 C Warner

Rarleigh Charities:— & r) Clii'. J A G±beon (a) Poors Land-Unknown Donor and ( Richmond Charity (b) Gilbert & Sykes (c) Rayleigh Medical Comforts Committee

Rayleigh Grange Coimnimity Association (t s) Oil'. A 3 Harvey Management Committee CUr. ft H HoLnan Rayleigh Old People's Welfare Council (H & H) Clii'. Mrs P Cooke

Road Safety Study Group (D s) Cllr. Mrs P E Haw'xce Cllr. Mrs J N Munson a W Bochford Sports Club (L s) Clii'. J A Sheaf 000408 - — I I r I r r hr -1 r jj

ORGANISATION RRESaTTATnE( s), 1982181

Roohford Sports Council (L s) Clii'. B H Adoock DIstrct Southend He alt i Authority (H & H) Clii. L K Cope

Southend. Airpo t Consultative Committee (B s) CUr. T H Burt Clii'. J A Sheaf Southend Conmiu ut7 Health Council (H & H) Ciii'. H A Pearson Mrs B Whittinam Ciii'. Mrs P B Hawks

Southend—on—Se Post Office (B s) Ciii. B H Adcook Aavieory Boara CUr. Nra P Cooke Traffic Conis tioners & Deputies (ts) lfrSBHPietcher Eastern Traff I Area

User Consultative Council (D s) Ciii'. B A Crick .TranePort )PHT Housing A sociation (H&H) Ciii'. LKCope

SCHOOL COVERNBG BODIES (Minute 740161) (p & H) All appointments are for four years and run until 31st December 1985.

Do-wnhall Prim School Ciii'. Mrs J N Munson Edward Francis Junior & Infants School Mr. W H Batten Ciii'. D H Heison Giebe Junior & nfants School Clii'. L K Cope Mr C B Gowiett

Grove Junior & :nfants School Ciii'. H B Foster Mr N Murphy

Rayleigh Junior & Infants School Ciii'. L K Cope Mrs Ruth Andrews

Wyburns Junior Infants School Mrs B N Marriot

Rawreth C of B rimary School Clii' Mrs B N Heath Mr C B Gowiett

Our Ladr of Ran om JIC Primary School Mrs A Kemp

cr)0493 ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

Minutes of the Plannin& Services Committee

At a Meetirtg held on 20th May 1982. Present: Councillors P.8.0. Jopson (Chairman), E.H. Adcock, 0.8. Alger) N.M. Anderson, N.R. Blyther, R.H. Boyd, T.H. Burt, Mrs. L.M.A. Cainpbell—Daley, Mrs. P. Cooke, L.K. Cope, B.A. Crick, E.E. Daley, T. Fawell, R.D. Foster, Mrs. P.8. Hawke, Mrs. E.M. Heath, D.R. }lelson,P.J. Himfen, R.Fl. Holman, M.J. Jones, Miss 8.0.3. Lovett, Mrs. J.M. Munson, J.E. Nokes R.A. Pearson, J.A. Sheaf, G.J. Skinner, R.T. Stephens, C. Stephenson, A.L. Tate, B. Taylor, J.P. Taylor, R.A. Taylor M.C. Warner, and T.J. Warner

Apologies: Councillors W.Ft. Budge, J.A. Gibson, A.J. Harvey, Mrs. J.M. Jones, E.S. Whitworth and D.C. Wood.

MINUTES

265. Resolved that the Minutes of the Meeting of 15th April be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

MONITORING OF PERFORMANCE — MEETINGS OF 1ST DECEMBER 1981 AND 16TH FEBRUARY 1982

266. The Committee were satisfied that all necessary action had been taken.

The Committee took great pleasure in hearing that the Section 52 Agreement for South Fambnidge Works had been completed that day. (21210)

BUILDING PRESERVATION NOTICE — ROPERS FARM BARLING MAGMA

267. The Director of Legal Services reported that, because the property was for sale, a barn and cart lodge potentially listable as Grade II could have been at risk so the Chairman of the Committee, Councillor F.B.G. Jopson, exercised his powers under Standing Order 31 to authorise the immediate service of a Building Preservation Notice.

Resolved that the Chairman's action be confirmed. (1525)

TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1971—CONTRAVENTIONS

A) RYE THERNOPLASTICS,- SWAINES INDUSTRIAL ESTATE (Minute l83R2)

268. The Director of Legal Services reported that the authorised use of these premises was for light industry which, by definition, meant processes which could be carried on without detriment to the amenity. As previously reported to the Health & Housing Committee, the processes carried on caused detriment to the amenity by reason of noise.

B) CEDAR MEWS, HOCKLEY

The PLc-ct.cr .f Tnwn P!nrric rnnnvrpd i-har drvn1onincnt wa C U Planning Services Committee

subject to Std. Con 6 — A scheme of landscaping to be I approved. No such 8cheme had been implemented.

C) HOCKLEY ROSE GARDEN, ALDERMANS HILL, HOCKLEY

The Director of Town Planning reported that further advertisement signs had been erected without planning permission.

Resolved that the Director of Legal Services be authorised to take all necessary action, including the issue and service of Notices and 2ction in the Courts, to secure the remedying of the breached of planning control now reported. (20466, 4673 & ROC/467/79) (DLS)

"FRANELLE", CHURCH ROAD, RAWRETH (Minute 627/81)

269. The Directors of Town Planning and of Legal Services reported that the Secretary of State had allowed the Appeal against the Enforcement Notice and granted permission for the rebuilding of the property. The decision appeared to be open to challenge in the High Court but it had been decided, on balance, not to take this course. Instead, a letter was being sent to the Secretary of State insisting that this decision should not be treated as a precedent and expressing concern at what was now considered to be serious errors of judgement in the Inspector's decision letter. (19762) (DLS)

PLANNING FEES

270. The Director of Town Planning reported that, from 1st June, fees were to be increased by some 10% and that there were to be some minor amendments. The new rates would not allow for recovery of 60% of the cost of development services as intended by the Government when fees were introduced and the Association of District Councils had expressed concern that income would not reach the level assumed for Rate Support Grant purposes.

Resolved (1) that the amended scale of fees be implemented as from 1st June, 1982.

(2) that this Council expresses its concern because the amended scale of fees will not enable local authorities to recover 60% of the cost of development services they provide and there would be inevitable disparity between income received and that assumed for R.S.G.S. purposes. (158) (DTP)

LAND ADJOINING "BUENA VISTA", RIVERVIEW GARDENS, HULLERIDGE

271. The Diector of Town Planning reported that, a new gravity sewer now being available, there was no need for the legal agreement to provide private facilities. Resolved that the Director of Legal Services be authorised to I rescind the legal agreement and rmnvc it from tnc Land 008411 Clxares ktgister. (R)Ch7, 79) 7L1) Planning Services Committee

283, PLUMBEROW AVENUE, HOCKLEY

272. The Director of Town Planning reported the facts of this matter to illustrate some of the difficulties he faced when dealing with properties in the Green Belt. Although used for habitation for upwards of 15 years, the property was little more than a shed. A rear extension had been demolished in the apparently genuine belief that there would be no problems with rebuilding. The Director showed plans of (a) the original form, (b) as now submitted and (c) as proposed. No easy solution was sought or offered. Members noted that the Director would deal with the application under his delegated powers in consultation with the Chairman and Vice—Chairman of the Committee and the Ward Member. (ROC/200182)

SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

273. The Director of Town Planning submitted a Schedule for consideration and a list of applications decided under delegation.

Resolved that decisions be made in accordance with the recommendations in the appended Schedule subject to:—

Para. 9— ROC/202/82

Grant permission without conditions

Para.18 — ROC/2O9/75

Consideration be deferred pending receipt of the observations of the Highway Authority and the Civil Aviation Authority.

Para. 23 — ROCI1Y2/82

Add

Address — 28, Eastwood Road, Rayleigh.

Para. 28 — ROC/280/82

The Eastern Electricity Board be informed that this Authority is of the opinion that, because the route is in the Roach Valley Conservation Zone, the line should be underground.

Para. 29 — ROC/187/82

The Director of Legal Services be authorised to take all necessary action, including the issue and service of Notices and action in the Courts, to secure the remedying of the breach of planning control now reported.

Para. 34 — ROC/232/82

Add

k -L Planning Services Committee . Condition 5. This permission shall expire on 30th May, 1983.

Para. 36 — ROC/26182

Consideration be deferred for review of the continuing warehouse use.

308 GREENSWARD LANE, HOCKLEY (Minute 224/13c)

274. The Director of Town Planning submitted a 4—page report on the planning history dating from the original approval in 1926 through various extensions and alterations to new applications and permissions since 1981. The present owner had completed a legal Agreement restricting future development but had taken proper advantage of Permitted Development Rights with the result that the impression was of a substantially new property. However, the Director assured the Committee that the whole was perfectly legal and reasonable in the particular circumstances. The conclusions in the Director's report were accepted.

There was to be a further report to the Development Services Committee on planning problems in the Green Belt generally. (ROC/773/81) (DTP)

Oat .

4 1 ! '1 SCHEDULE OF DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

20TH MAY, 1982

TOWN PLANNING SERVICES COMMITTEE

1.. ROC/116/82 HAWKWELL

Demolish existing pair of bungalows and erect 2 linked and 1 detached house. Site of 35/37 llawkwell Park Drive, Hawkwell. Wilson & Coker, Ia Elmwood Avenue, Hawkwell

Frontages: Depth: Floor Area: Detached Dwellings 9.00 rn. (29'7) 118 sq.m. (1272 sq.ft.) 6Om (197') Linked Dwellings 8.O75rn. (2616") 97.8 sq.m.(1O53 sq.ft.)

D.TP. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Stcl. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. Std. Cond. 5 — A scheme of tree and/or shrub planting to be approved.

3. Std. Cond. 12A — Garage to be incidental to enjoyment of dwelling.

4. Std. Cond. 14 — 1.8 metres (6 feet) high fencing to be erected.

NOTE:

Outline permission to redevelop the site with a pair and one detached house was granted in April 1981 (ROC/2O2/8l). This proposaL seeks to build two houses linked by their respective garages instead of a semi—detached pair, each house having a frontage of 8.075ni (26'6"). Whilst a frontage of 9.lrn <301) is normally required to satisfy the Council's policy on plot sites for new dwellings, I would take the view that houses linked by garages would not be detrimental to the character and appearance of the street. There is a wide variety of house designs in the street including both detached and semi—detached properties, but detached dwellings are more nt.nnerous and for this reason I feel the particular form of development proposed is appropriate.

2. ROC/167/82 HOCKLEY

Erect single storey rear and side extension to provide halls, kitchen and toilets. Hockley Evangelical Church, Greensward Lane, Hockley. ilockley Evangelical Church, c/o H.V. & C. Sorrell, 40 Clarence Street, Southend on Sea, Essex.

—1-' D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO;—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. The building shall only be used for purposes within Class XIII of the Town and Country Planning (Use Classes) Order 1972 Vl2 for public worship or religious instruction or for the social or recreational activities of the religious body using the building.

3. A vehicle buffer board mounted on suitable posts shall be erected adjacent to the boundaries edged green on the plan returned herewith prior to the proposed accommodation being first used. Details of the vehicle buffer board shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority prior to the commencement of the development.

Std. (kind. B — Submit materials schedule.

NOTR:

Adjoining residents have been notified of the application and the following representations received:—

4 Hamilton Gardens No objection to building work proposed but concerned that parking and vehicle turning space will be lost and that his boundary fencing may be damaged by vehicles. Suggests provision of a buffer board.

2 Hamilton Gardens No objection to extension but hopes it will not result in noise inconvenience. Suggests a high fence bordering his boundary to minimise effects.

Whilst the extension does occupy open ground which could previously have been used to accommodate about three cars it would have been necessary to utilise part of the adjacent parking area for manoeuvring. If the extension is permitted the latter could be used for parking and thereby the capacity of the parking area remains unchanged. The existing space for parking would only accommodate more vehicles if they were double parked.

The comment regarding the provision of a buffer board is reasonable and condition 3 of my recommendation covers this point.

As regards fencing at the rear of 2, Hamilton Gardens there is a good 6 high hedge on the boundary and I personally do not see an essential need for screen fencing. However, if Hembers consider a fence is desirable at this point a suitable condition could be included.

I am assured by a spokesman for the applicants that the premises are to be used solely for the activities of the Church and that there is no question of the building being used by other organisations. Condition 2 of the recommendation restricts the use of the building accordingly.

The highway authority by direction does not wish to restrict the grant of permission or impose any conditions. a —2— 000115 3. ROC/175/82 HOCKLEY

Residential development. Revision of plot Nos. 403 — 407 inclusive. Zone 'D' (Part) Betts Farm, ilockley. Wimpey Homes Holdings Ltd., 1 Crittall Road, Withant, Essex.

Frontage of Plot: 48.7ia. (160') Depth of Plot: 30.l4in (loot)

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. the development hereby permitted shall be begun not later than the expiration of five years beginning with the date of this permission.

2. A scheme of tree and/or shrub painting shall be submitted to and approved by the local planing authority prior to the commencement of development. Such planting shall be carried out during the first available season following the commencement of development.! Any tree or shrub dying within five years of planting shall be replaced by the applicant or their successors in title to the satisfaction of the local planning authority.

3. A schedule of materials to be used on external finishes shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority prior to the commencement of the development.

4. Details of the screening walls and/or fencing or other means of screening, together with their positioning, shall be submitted for approval by the local planning authority before the development is commenced and shall be erected prior to the occupation of the dwelling units.

5. DetaiLs of any walls, fences or other means of enclosure proposed to be erected within the curtilage of any dwelling house and in the front of the forwardnost part of that dwelling house, shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority prior to the erection of that means of enclosure, notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1977.

6. The carriageway of the proposed estate roads shall be constructed prior to the commencement of the erection of any residential development proposed to have access from such roads and the proposed roads and turning spaces, where applicable, shall be constructed in such a manner as to ensure that each dwelling before it is occupied shall be served by a properly consolidated and surfaced carriageway between the dwellings and existing highway. Further, the footways and footpaths commensurate with the frontage of each dwelling shall be constructed and completed, by the date of occupation of the dwelling.

7. Notwithstanding the provisions of Article 3 and Class 1, Schedule 1, of the Town and Country Planning General Development Order 1977, the dwellings Type 926, 930, 915 shall not be enlarged or altered without the prior approval of the local planning authority. "P

•1 8. The proposed car parking spaces indicated on the submitted plan shall be hatdsurfaced and available for use concurrent with the dwellings they serve.

9. Any garages erected in the positions indicated on the submitted plan shall be constructed in accordance with drawing No.A/622/l062 unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

NOTE:

The applicants wish to establish an Exhibition Area of the various house types available within the estate for prospective purchasers and as a result wish to build an example of each type on these and adjoining plots. To this end permission to change house types on plots 403 — 407 is sought.

The house types proposed comprise a pair of 3 bedroomed semi—detached houses and what the applicants call a 'master' unit made up of a 2—bedroomed semi attached to a bed—sitter unit and a 1—bedroomed house.

Previously a detached 3 bedroomed house, a detached 4 bedroomed house and a 2—bedroomed semi with 2 No. l—bedroomed units attached was earmarked for these plots.

4. ROC/225/82 IIULLBRIDGE

Outline application to erect 4 bed house and garage with two bed granny annexe. "West Point", Riverview Gardens, Hulibridge. Mr. R.E. Hill, do The Harry Rona Partnership, 6, High Street, Rayleigh, Essex.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

I. Std. Cond. 1. — Reserved matters to be approved.

2. Std. Cond. 2. — Commence in 5 years or 2 years.

3. The design, siting, and layout of the proposed dwelling shall have regard to retaining the trees on the western boundary of the site, the subject of Tree Preservation Order No. 12/65 ref. G.2.

4. Std. Cond. 27B — Provision within curtilage of site for garage or garage space.

5. The proposed annexe shall be ancillary to the proposed dwelling house and shall at no time be used as a separate dwelling house without the prior approval in writing of the local planning authority.

NOTE:

A new gravity foul drain is now available to serve this site.

-4- S U a 41? 5. ROC/168/82 HASQKWELL

Revised layout and details of proposed residential development of 15 detached houses and garages with access off Briar Close. Spencerst Nurseries Limited, Hawkwell, Ilockley, Essex. Spencerst Nurseries Limited do John Ii. Williams, Estate House, 377 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, Leigh. -

Site Area: 0.S4hectares (1.3lacres) Density: 10.9d.p.a.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence In 5 years.

2. Std. Cond. 6 — A scheme of landscaping to be approved.

3. Std. Cond. 12k — Garage to be incidental to enjoyment of dwelling.

4. Std. Cond. 13 — 1.8 metres (6 feet) high brick screen walling to be erected.

5. 1.8 metres (6ft) high brick walls or fencing the design of which shall previously have been agreed in writing by the local planning authority shall be erected along the lines coloured blue on the application No. 1034.10. returned herewith commensurate with the occupation of the dwellings.

6. Std. Cond. 15 — Details of walls, fences or other means of enclosure.

7. Std. Cond. 26 — Carriageway of proposed estate road to be completed prior to commencement of any residential development and footpaths before dwellings occupied.

8. The finished surfaces of the access ways other than the estate road be as specified on the submitted drawing No. 1034.10 unless otherwise agreed in writing by the local planning authority. Furthermore the finished surface shall be laid not later than the date of occupation of all the dwelling units obtaining access therefrom. If any of such access ways intended f or adoption details of the construction of the access ways be submitted to the local planning authority for approval prior to the erection of any of the dwelling units proposed to have access therefrom.

9. Clear 2.lm x 2.ln (6'll" x 6'll") visibility splays shall be provided and maintained on both sides of all junctions of vehicular access drives the estate road except of plot 15 where on the north side such splay would require the re—siting of a double garage.

10. No vehicular or pedestrian access shall be formed to provide direct access from the site to the curtilage of Rawkwell Village Mall.

NOTE:

Full planning permission for a scheme of 16 houses was granted on this site in November 1975. That permission is still "live" by virtue of the fact that work on the approved scheme was commenced and the estate road built. — 5 — cont/d...... O3U8 This application utilises the new road and seeks to change the form, number, and disposition of the dwellings. In the previous scheme a mixture of terraced, seat—detached and detached houses were proposed. The current application proposes all detached houses.

Local residents have been notified of the application but to—date only 3 replies have been received viz.

4, Briar Close — no objection provided there is no scope for extending road into other land.

6, Briar Close — no objections.

170, Main Road — expresses concern about excess surface water on the land during heavy rainfalls; solution should be arranged before any further development is permitted.

In reply to these points (i) The scheme is laid out to produce an enclosed cul—de—sac and does not provide scope for extending the estate road into adjacent land. The layout does however include a possible footpath link with the land to the south, Spencers Nursery.

(ii) It is proposed to dispose of all surface water into an existing surface water sewer. No soakaways are planned and therefore the development should alleviate any surface water drainage problems that may exist. Furthermore there is already a valid planning permission to develop the site which could be pursued.

6. ROC/229/82 ASHINGDON

Revised layout incorporating a new private drive and additional detached bungalow and detached house. Plots 21—22—23—27 27A—28—29—29A Off Righcliff Crescent, Ashingdon. MBC (Builders Ashingdon) Ltd., do James Abbott Partnership, 22, South Street, Rochford. Site Area: 0.5acres Density: l6d.p.a. (nett) I

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT

I. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. The l.8m(6') high screen walls and fences indicated on the submitted drawing No. BC.2749/PD}IC shall be erected prior to the occupation of the dwellings.

3. The proposed private drives shall be constructed and hardsurfaced to the satisfaction of the local planning authority prior to the occupation of any dwelling which gains access therefrom.

4. The existing trees shown within the curtilages of plots 18,29 and 29A shall be retained and shall not be removed without the prior consent in writing of the local planning authority. S — 6 — cont/d...... 413 5. Std. Cond. 14 — 1.8 metres (6 feet) high fencing to be erected.

6. The tree planting indicated on the submitted drawing no. BC 2749/PDHC shall be carried out during the first available planting season following the occupation of the proposed dwellings. Any tree dying, becoming deseased or removed within 5 years of planting shall be replaced by the applicants or their successors in title.

7. No access, either vehicular or pedestrian, shall be obtained to the properties on plots 27A, 27, 28, 29, 29A, to or from Church Road.

NOTE:

The application seeks permission to replan the area currently covered by plots 21 — 29 inclusive in the approved estate layout (ROC/120/73).

The new layout introduces an additional private drive and two additional dwellings, viz, a detached 4—bedroomed house and a detached 2—bedroomed bungalow to give a total of 5 detached bungalows and 3 detached houses. The approved layout proposed 4 bungalows and 2 houses on the laud.

The house types are the sane or similar to those already being erected within the estate and each property has a private amenity space exceeding lOOsq.metres. The increased number will not in my view adversely effect the character of the Estate.

7. ROC/23O/82 RAYLEIGH

Re—design of TYPE A to TYPE B properties with integral garage. Plots 7,8 & 10, Development at Cheapside West, Rayleigh. Dudley Anderson Ltd., do Bairstow Eves Ltd., Planning & Design, 75 High Street, Brentwood, Essex.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. The development shall be carried out in accordance with the terms and conditions relating to the original detail planning permission for the development ref ROC/554f78 dated 25th April, 1978.

NOTE:

The proposal seeks permission to change the house type on three plots within this small residential scheme of 17 units. The new designs are detached four—bedroomed units as before but present chalet bungalow elevations at the front. There is no change in the layout or density of the scheme.

— 7 — cont/d...... LtU-t-1,r J)th 8. ROC/215/82 HAWKWELL

Permission to extend existing consent to use garden shed for dog trimming purposes. 45, Stanley Road, Ashingdon. Mrs. P.L. Davies, 45 Stanley Road, Ashingdon, Essex.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

8. 1. This permission shall relate only to the shed indicated by red colour on the drawing which accompanied the original application and received by the local planning authority on the 17th December, 1976, and shall expire on 30th April, 1984.

2. The use of the shed for the purpose now approved shall take place on not more than three days in any week, excluding Saturdays and Sundays, and only between the hours of 8.00 a.m. and 6.00 p.m.

NOTE:

Planning permission for periods up to 2 years has been granted for this use since March 1977. No complaints of any kind have been received concerning this business and no objections have been received from the adjoining occupiers who were invited to comment on the present application for renewal.

I therefore recommend that the permission be extended for two years until 30th April, 1984.

9. ROC/202/82 HAWICWELL

Change use of flat to Beautician Parlour ancillary to existing Hairdressing Salon. la, White Hart Lane, Hawkwell, Essex. Mr. P.J. McGrory, la, White Hart Lane, Hawkwell, Essex.

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERMISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASON:—

1. No on site public car parking can be provided within the site boundaries and therefore this could lead to the further congestion of adjacent highways.

NOTE:

Members will recall an identical application being submitted in July 1981. At that time adequate car parking facilities could not be provided on site and with the congested nature of this part of White Hart Lane which is under pressure from on—street parking from adjacent uses as well as customers of the hairdressers the application was refused. The Director of Town Planning has become personally involved as a result of requests from the applicant and paid a number of visits to the site. In spite of additional evidence presented by the applicant regarding the number of cars visiting the site he regrets that he does not consider that circumstances have altered from the previous application to warrant a change of recommendation.

— B — cont/d 000421 10. ROC/l20/82 RAYLEIGH

Md single storey tear extension to form store. 343, Eastwood Road, Rayleigh. Popular Hire Ltd., do Mr. TJ. Fennell, 40, Macmurdo Road, Eastwood, Leigh—on—Sea.

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERMISSION FOR TIlE FOLLOWING REASON:—

1. The proposal will only serve to extend and consolidate a use which through operational experience has proved to give rise to loss of amenity to the adjacent residential occupiers.

NOTE:

Objections have been received from the following residents:—

Mr. 54. Plumb — 1 Kennedy Close. Mr. T. Smith — 2 Kennedy Close.

In summary their objections are as follows:—

(1) Consolidation of the existing use. (2) Increased noise and general disturbance. (3) Increased business activity resulting in further traffic congestion.

The applicant has confirmed by letter that the proposed rear extension would be used only for the storage of tools already on the site.

Over the last month two visits have been made to the site by one of my enforcement Officers to investigate the amount of Liquid Petroleum Gas being stored on the site. It was found on both occasions that the amount of LPG did not exceed the level determined so as not to result in a material change in the use of the site that being 600Kgs in open storage in the rear yard. As such there does not appear to be any planning contravention.

11. ROC/115/82 ROCUPORD

Erect 7 self contained flats and garages. Land adj. 37 Sutton Court Drive, Rochford. Mr. R.G. Evans, do The James Abbott ParEnership, 22, South Street, Rochford. (Ref:BC/3322).

Frontage of Plot: 42.37ni (139ft) Depth of Plot: 23.lm (75t9h') Density: 69 d.p.ha (28 d.p.a.)

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERMISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:—

1. The proposal represents an over—development of the site which if allowed would conflict with and detract from the density, form and character of the adjoining residential properties in this section of Sutton Court Drive.

— 9 — cont/d..... 2. The proposed development would result in overlooking and loss of privacy to the adjoining occupiers in Warwick Drive.

3. The proposed developnient lacks the provision for parking space within the curtilage of the site. The local planning authority requires the provision of one car parking space in addition to one garage or garage space for each dwelling unit.

NOTE:

Planning permission has been granted to erect two pairs of semi—detached houses on this site, Application No. ROC/l202/79. The site is shallow in depth and these houses were to be designed to be compatible with the existing development and to prevent over—looking and loss of privacy to the adjoining occupiers in Warwick Drive.

The proposal for 7 flats greatly increases the density of the development on the site and would result in serious overlooking problems as a distance of only l8m (591) approximately would exist between the proposed development and the housing in Warwick Drive.

The adjoining occupiers have been consulted and a number of residents have expressed a view that the site ought to be developed in order to alleviate nuisances caused by rubbish tipping etc. Whilst this point is accepted a valid outline planning permission does exist on the site.

Mrs. D. Head of 37 Sutton Court Drive objects to the proposal for the following reasons:—

(1) Would prefer to see bungalows; (2) Loss of privacy would be caused; (3) The proposed siting of the garage block next to the boundary could adversely affect her property.

12. ROC/l7l/82 HOCKLEY

Change use of 1, Spa Road into 2 shops with office accommodation over and provide a car park to rear of the premises. Also improve existing car park to rear of 3, Spa Road and add a rear extension. 1 & 3 Spa Road, Rocicley. M.E. & M.J. Ainge, do John Cotton, 185, London Road, Southend—on—Sea.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. Std. Cond. 9 — Materials to match exisiting.

3. No advertisements shall be displayed on the external walls of the premises without the prIor consent in writing of the local planning authority. S — 10 — cont/d...... 09 '3 423 4. The proposed car parking spaces and means of access to be provided as shown on drawing No. 11O.SA. shall be laid out and surfaced to the satisfaction of the local planning authority prior to the occupation of the building.

NOTE: — In July 1981 a similar application was submitted — ROC/556/81 Change of use from shop and residential accommodation to office use on ground and first—floor, this was refused because no provision for car parking had been made within the site boundaries.

The present application does provide for 10 car parking spaces to the rear of No. 1 Spa Road and improved parking facilities at the rear of 3, Spa Road.

Access is to be gained via a right—of—way from Bramerton Road across the rear of No. 3 and 5 Spa Road.

The applicant has confirmed that he would be willing to enter into a legal agreement to control the type of uses occupying the two new shops. kt present it is proposed that these are to be an estate agent which will require a further planning application for a change of use and an horologist — repair and maintenance of clocks and watches. Both uses do not require extensive servicing and a legal agreement would ensure that similar uses requiring only limited servicing occupy the premises. Thus additional traffic movements involving delivery vans and the like could be avoided.

The proposal also involves the renovation of the front elevation which will undoubtedly rejuvenate this building which forms a prominent feature in the main shopping street of Rockley and which has been empty for some time.

Objections have been received from the following residents:—

Mr. P. rotter — 2, Bramerton Road. Mr. J. french — 27, Bramerton Road.

(1) The existing access is of an inadequate width being only 2.l35m to cope with increased traffic wvements. (2) Limited visibility at the access with Bramerton Road and the site could cause a hazard to pedestrians. (3) Increased traffic ivements in Bramerton Road which is considered to be an already congested road.

13. BDC/797181. RAYLEIGH

Erect buildings for goat housing. (Details) Longfields, Lower Road, Hockley. Mr. Hopkins, do Mr. B.R. Haspineall, 227 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. The corrugated asbestos roofing used on the building hereby approved shall be dark coloured or painted in accordance with details which

— 11 cont/d...... O424 shall have been submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the building is first occupied.

2. The additional access gate required to form double gates shall be re- positioned to provide a minimum distance between the gate and the channel of the main road of óni (2Oft). Details of the revised siting and any necessary alterations to the existing gate shall be agreed with the Highway Authority in writing before the building hereby approved is first occupied.

3. Details of the refurbishment and re—roofing of the existing stable on the site (required to be removed under the provisions of Condition No. 3 on the outline planning permission ROC/297/81 dated 6th January) shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the new building hereby approved is first used.

NOTE:

Members will recall that outline planning permission for the development was granted on 6th January 1982 subject to conditions regarding appearance of the enlarged building and parking facilities, use of the building etc.

The appearance of the extended building, with a new pitched roof over the whole structure, including the existing building, is satisfactory, subject to the roof being a dark colour as required by Condition No. I.

The Highway Authority require any gates erected to be sited a minimum of 6m (2Oft) from the main channel of Lower Road, but the application proposes to substitute the existing 8'O" wide gate for two 8'O" wide gates and a slight re—arrangement of the position of the gates is required by Condition No. 2. The hardstanding details are satisfactory.

Condition No. 3 on the outline planning permission requires the demolition of the existing disused stable on the land but at present about 30 goats plus kids are kept in this and the existing buildings.

The applicant wishes to refurbish the stable building in a manner to match the new building and use it as a hay store. There are no objections to this proposal subject to satisfactory details being submitted as required by Condition No. 3 on this permission.

14. ROC/72/82 STAMBRIDGE

Erect a pig rearing unit. Great Stambridge Hall Farm, Rochford. Rankin Farms Ltd., do GB. Spencer Ltd., 2, Market Square Chambers, Rochford.

Size: 48.4m(15'9") long by l0.75m (35'3') wide x 3.39m (ll'l") high to ridge.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years. wa — 12 — cont/d...... O994R5 2. All foul water or animal waste arising from the building and including washing—down facilities shall be connected to the existing waste disposal systems on the pig farm, unless as otherwise agreed with the Anglian Water Authority.

NOTE:

There is no objection to the erection of this building, which will be sited close to a dozen or so other pig rearing buildings on the well—established large pig farm.

The Anglian Water Authority raises no objections to the proposal subject to satisfactory drainage being provided to prevent untreated animal waste reaching the River. Condition No. 2 is included to cover this point.

15. A/ROC/5/82 RAYLEIGH

Erect a replacement internally illuminated fascia box sign. 11, High Street, Rayleigh. Martin the Newsagents Ltd., do Ace Neon Signs Ltd., Monogram louse, Towerfield Road, Shoeburyness, Essex.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. The maximum luminance of the sign should not exceed the standards laid down in the Association of Public Lighting Engineers Technical Report No. 5 which in this case is 1500 cd/m2 being classified as zone 2.

NOTE:

tt should be noted that only the inscription is to be illuminated. The County Planner views the proposal as an acceptable improvement to the existing.

16. LB/ROC/1/82 ROCEFORD

Add extension to existing kitchen. 16, Weir Pond Road, Rocbford. Hr. Harley do Mr. A.J. Gunn, 16, Poplar Road, Rayleigh.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 9 — Materials to match exisiting.

10Th:

The originally proposed flat roofed rear extension prompted letters of objection from the Rochford Parish Council and the occupier of 14, Weir Pond Road, these objections referred to the 'loss of privacy and visual

— 13 — cont/d...... 090426 anenity to the next door neighbour'. It was negotiated that the window in the side elevation be omitted to overcome those objections of loss of privacy to 14, Weir Pond Road and that there will be a small brick on edge parapet detail to the side elevation as advised by the County Planning Department.

17. ROC/236/82 ROCHFORD

Erect factory and office accommodation. Plot 11, Aviation Way, Southend Airport, Rochford, Essex. Wren Graphic Arts Ltd., c/c Robert Leonard Design Services Ltd., 512/514 London Road, Westelif f—on—Sea, Essex.

Site Area: 1 acre Floor Area: ll9ósq.m (12,873sq.ft)

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. The car parking spaces indicated on the submitted plan together with the loading area and access thereto shall be hard surfaced to the satisfaction of the local planning authority prior to the building hereby permitted being first occupied.

3. Std. Cond. 33 — Car parking spaces to be marked on parking area.

4. Std. Cond. 6 — A scheme of landscaping to be approved.

5. No goods, packaging or waste materials shall be stored or deposited on the open areas of the site including the parking areas, service access road and landscaped areas.

NOTE:

The applicants are printers and are currently based in smaller premises in Leigh—on—Sea.

Ample parking and servicing arrangements are included and there is scope for further expansion of both the factory and parking areas if required in the future.

18. ROC/2O9/75 HAWKWELL

Erection of 29 houses and 32 bungalows with garages: new roads and sewers. (Details). Site west of Clifton Road, Ashingdon. Crowstone Properties Ltd., c/o Mr. A.B. Asbridge, 34 & 5 Church Hill, Leigh—on—Sea.

S — 14 — coat/h..... - '1 Rouse Type No Floor Area B6 3 Bed detached bungalow 13 69.2sq.m(745sq.ft) D}17 3 Bed detached house 3 79 sq.m (BS2sq.ft) P118 3 Bed detached house 7 86.9sq.m (935sq.ft) D119a 3 Bed detached house 16 78.Ssq.m (843sq.ft) DH9b 3 Bed detached house 3 77.6sq.m (836sq.ft) HZ 2 Bed detached bungalow 2 60.Ssq.m (652sq.ft) F12a 2 Bed detached bungalow 7 60.5sq.m. (652aq.ft) R9a 2 Bed semi—detached bungalow 10 60.5sq.m (652sq.ft)

61.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Good. 8 — Submit materials schedule.

2. Std. Cowl. 10 — Details of screening.

3. Std. Cond. 15 — Details of walls, fences or other means of enclosure.

4. Bollards shall be erected at either end of the footpath link between the Type 3 estate road and the extension of Stanley Road in positions which shall previously have been agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

NOTE:

This application is a revised detail submission for the development of the land west of Stanley Road and west and north of Clifton Road.

A detail planning permission was granted in 1976 pursuant to the outline originally granted in 1975. The outline consent was extended in 1979.

The previously approved details granted permission for 70 dwellings comprising a mixture of flats, terraced, semi—detached and detached houses.

The new proposal reduces the number of dwellings to 61 comprising 29 detached houses and 32 semi—detached and detached bungalows.

The new scheme extends Stanley Road to give access to 17 of the dwellings only. The remaining properties are served by a new estate road off Clifton Road. The only link between the extended Stanley Road and the extension of Clifton Road is a footpath.

A condition attached to the outline permission required agreement on the arrangements to be made for the disposal of surface water and foul drainage. Details of the proposed arrangements have been submitted and I am awaiting the comments of the Director of Technical Services on this aspect.

My recommendation has been prepared in advance of the receipt of comments from the Highway Authority and the Civil Aviation Authority. If these are not to hand by the date of the Meeting I would suggest that determination of the application be deferred. If they are received in time I will report same and any additional conditions that may be necessary verbally at the Meeting.

— 15 — Cont/d...... 19. ROC/170/82 ROCHFOED

Add two storey extension to form new kitchen, playroom with two bedrooms over. 5, Dalys Road, Rochford. Mr. R. Howe, do Roomplan Limited) 863, London Road, Weatcliff—on—Sea.

D.T.P. - GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

Std. Cond. 9 — Materials to match exisiting.

NOTg:

Whilst the application falls within the categories I may determine under delegated powers it has been brought to the attention of the Committee in view of the previous involvement of the Ward Councillors. There have been a ntmiber of recent proposals for this site and the proposal currently before the Committee is an attempt to overcome all reasonable neighbour objections whilst providing the applicant with the additional accommodation which he seeks. The application comprises a two—storey side extension and a single storey kitchen extension to the rear of the original rear wall of the house and abutting an existing single storey rear extension. The adjoining occupiers have been consulted and have forwarded the following comments:—

1. Mr. H.B. Griffiths of 4, Dalys Road has no objections to this latest proposal.

2. Mr. J. Hartley of 6, Dalys Road objects to the proposal in terms of loss of light to windows in the eastern flank wall of his property; and to the proximity of the proposal to the side boundary. This amended proposal has removed the two—storey element to the rear of the property and so has largely overcome Mr. Hartley's previous objections regarding loss of light to the rear north facing windows of his property.

The proposal is to be sited 900mm (3ft) off the side boundary. Those windows to the east flank of 6, Dalys Road provide secondary light only to those rooms in the two—storey side extension erected in 1939. In view of the above I do not feel that this current proposal is unreasonable.

20. ROC/12l/82 HULLBRIDGE

Outline application to erect commercial. cat kennels. "The Orchard", Pooles Lane, Hullbridge. Mrs. 3. Jacques, do G.B. Spencer Ltd., 2, Market Square Chambers, Rochford.

Frontage to Pooles Lane 4.5m (15'O")

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERNISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:— aw — 16 — Cont/d...... 0 342 z) 1. The proposal would have an adverse effect on the adjoining local residents by virtue of noise and general disturbance associated with a use of this type.

2. The proposed development would be likely to generate additional vehicular turning movements which could have an adverse effect on the free flow and safety of traffic at this point in Pooles Lane.

3. The proposal would involve the loss of existing vehicular access and garage space for the occuopiers of the bungalow known as 'The Orchard', which is not included within the application site and no alternative access and off—street parking facilities have been provided for that dwelling which could lead to the vehicles of the occupiers and visitors being parked on the highway to the detriment of road safety.

NOTE:

'The Orchard' fronts onto Pooles Lane, being about 18.3w (60'O") wide x 53w (174'O") deep. A bungalow exists on the site, with a vehicular crossing and driveway on the western side. Visibility from traffic approaching from the east is severely restricted because of existing trees and a bend in the road at that point.

The present application, submited by the occupier of the bungalow, seeks permission to use the access and a 4.5w (15'O") wide strip of land to gain access to a parking area behind the bungalow about 8.3w (27'O") wide x 23.5w (77'O') deep which at present forms part of the rear garden. No provision has been made on the submitted plans for the parking of vehicles belonging to the applicant or family though space is available in the proposed parking areas or rear garden, using the existing areas and driveway.

It is proposed to accommodate up to 32 cats in a building which would be sited on land adjoining the orchard which runs along the backs of properties in Pooles Lane between The Orchard and Ferry Road. This additional land, at present vacant is Sm (26'3") wide x 59w (l93'6') long and abuts the playing field of Riverside County Junior and Infants School.

The application site abuts residential properties fronting Pooles Lane and Ferry Road and eight letters have been received from adjoining residents, all of which object to the proposal.

The grounds of objection are:—

1. The site is in a residential area where such commercial use is inappropriate.

2. That disturbance, by reasons of cats howling or smell from the buildings, would be caused.

3. That the buildings would attract flies and also other cats if female boarded cats are in season.

4. That dogs in the vicinity would bark, knowing that many cats were on adjoining land.

The Hullbridge Parish Council also objects to the proposal on the grounds that the site is in a residential area.

— 17 — Cont/d...... 21. ROC/222/82 ROCUPORD

Add a pre—fabric cold store. Airport Hotel, Aviation Way, Rochford. Queens Moat Houses Limited, do M.R. Clarke, FFS.,FRSU., 1286 London Road, Leigh—on—Sea.

Floor Area: S.4sq.m (58sq.ft)

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Conch 3 — Commence in 5 years.

NOTE:

The Civil Aviation Authority, Souuthend Council and the Director o Health & Housing were consulted on the above and have no adverse comments to make. S 22. ROC/97/82 IRILLERIDGE

Erect a 4 bedroom house. Adj. 19 hilltop Avenue, Huflbridge. Mr. J. Simpson, do G.B. Spencer Ltd., 2, Market Square Chambers, Rochford.

Frontage of Plot: 9.lSm(8'O") Depth of Plot: 36.7m(120'3") Floor Area: 12O.7sq.m(1299sq.ft) Density: 12d.p.a.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

Std. Cond. 8 — Submitmaterials schedule.

Std. Cond. 12A — Garage to be incidental to enjoyment of dwelling. Std. Cond. 34 — Certain windows to be obscure glazed. 5 NOTE:

This dwelling is identical to that recently erected on the adjoining site No. 19. No objections have been received from the occupiers of the adjoining dwellings.

23. R0C/192/82 RAYLEIGH

Increase the existing surgery hours from 10.30 — 11.30 a.m. and 6.00 — 7.00 p.m. to 9.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m. on Mondays — Saturdays md. James E. Downes, 932 London Road, Leigh—on—Sea, Essex.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

— 18 — Cont/d.,.... O4f* 31 1. Std. Cond. 3 — Coimnence in 5 years.

2. The veterinary surgery shall only operate during the following hours:—

Monday — Saturday 9am — 7pm. Sunday — Closed.

3. Attendance of the public shall be by appointment only except in the case of emergencies.

NOTE:

Planning permission was granted for the Veterinary Surgery on 2nd October 1981, Application No. ROC/610/81 with restrictions on the hours of opening in order to safeguard the amenities of the adjoining occupiers.

The applicant now seeks to increase the opening hours so that he can better regulate the flow of clients, using the appoinpnent only system.

The adjoining occupiers have been consulted and the following replies received ; —

Mr. O.K. Fisher — 32 Eastwood Road — Does not object to the revised surgery hours.

Mr. W.W. Harvey — 26A Eastwood Road — Objects as he feels that it would be foolish to remove the limitations soon after imposing them.

The conditions originally imposed reflected the surgery hours as requested by the applicant. These are now considered to be unnecessarily rigid and could lead to queuing for pets seeking attention.

The revised hours of opening allow for greater flexibility as well as ensuring that the amenity of the adjoining occupiers is safeguarded.

24. ROC/194/82 ROCI4FORB

Change use and part of the existing Launderette to the sale of pet food. 14, Golden Cross Parade, Rochford, Essex. 3. Fudney, 41 Samuels Drive, Thorpe Bay, Essex.

D.T.P. — REFUSE PEENISSION roa THE FOLLOWING CONDITION:

1. To sub—divide the unit at 14, Golden Cross Parade into a Launderette and retail outlet for pet food in the manner proposed would not provide suitable servicing for the shop unit which would have no direct access to the servicing area to the rear of the site intended for those units in Golden Cross Parade.

NOTE:

The proposal involves the subdivision of the existing Launderette at 14, Golden Cross Parade into two separate units. A smaller Launderette unit

— 19 — Cont/d...... fl 1 1,, .

-Q would be retained at the rear of the property with customer access through the proposed shop unit at the front of the property. w The proposal makes no provision for direct access to rear servicing facilities from the shop unit; servicing would prestably have to be carried out at the front of the shop or through the reduced floor area of the Launderette, either arrangement would undoubtedly result in pedestrian or vehicular traffic problems. Objections have been received from Mr. C.2. Howells of 3, Golden Cross Parade and from Mr. C.M. Stone of iSa, Golden Cross Parade. Both objectors comment on the proposal and object on health grounds and the possible affects on the economic viability of existing units in Golden Cross Parade. The Health and Rousing Directorate have no comments to make regarding the proposal.

25. ROC/135/82 RAYLEIGH

Change use from Butcher/Grocer Shop to Fish and Chip Shop. 5, London Road, Rayleigh. Mr. 6.11. Wells, do Hr. R.V. Hudson, NIB])., LIAASD., 305, London Road (1st Floor), Hadleigh.

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERNISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:

1. The proposal if permitted would adversely affect the amenities of the occupier of the flat above the application site and adjoining shops and flats over in the small shopping parade together with other residential occupiers in the immediate vicinity by reasons of smell and general disturbance associated with this type of use.

2. The proposal would attract vehicle parking in excess of that normally associated with shopping premises in a small local shopping parade and the lack of any existing parking facilities in the vicinity of the application site would inevitably lead to this part of London Road becoming congested, where parking is severely restricted in any case, thus creating a source of danger to other road users and nuisance and inconvenience to nearby residents.

NOTE:

At present the premises are used as a butchers shop, with a flat over. The shop is situated more or less centrally amongst a group of seven local shops comprising a newsagents, domestic hardware, butchers, chinese food takeaway, turf accountant, hair fashions and greengrocers. Most of these shops have flats above.

The occupier of No. 1, who also lives above his shop, objects to the proposal on the grounds of smell, vermin such as flies and wasps, and inadequate parking leading to indiscriminate parking in the main road. Late night noise and disturbance. He is also concerned that since his shop window has already been smashed by people parking, eating food and being rowdy after visiting the chinese takeaway shop, that this nuisance will be increased even nmre and he has already had many occasions to stmnon the police.

— 20 — Cont/d...... -' 'r 4 The occupier of the flat above the application premises has asked the Council to refuse the application because of existing noise and disturbance and litter caused by the adjoining takeaway shop.

The occupiers of the takeaway shop object on the grounds of duplication of shops and loss of trade. The occupier of No. 9 objects on the grounds of litter and disturbance.

Seven other letters objecting to the proposal have been received from the occupiers of nearby residential properties in Philbrick Crescent, Harper Way, Downhall Road and London Road.

Two letters in support of the application have been received from the Travellers Joy Public House and 6, The Approach.

Planning Issues

No off—street parking is available outside this parade of shops and none is offered by the applicants. Parking is restricted by double yellow lines and a bus layby, the only parking available being Philbrick Crescent. However, observations have shown that a very large proportion of customers using the seven shops park on the yellow lines hoping not to be issued with a parking ticket.

A fish and chip shop, by its very nature, is likely to attract customers during the day and until late at night with consequent demands upon car parking space. None is available close to the application site and any road space is in demand at present by the existence of the present shops and takeaway food shop. The establishment of an additional hot food takeaway shop is likely to generate more vehicular traffic, more litter and more noise and disturbance late at night.

All those objecting to the proposal live above or in adjoining properties, whilst those not objecting live some distance from the application site.

The Director of Health and Housing feels that whilst nuisance from smell cannot be guaranteed to be alleviated by a suitable ventilation system, there should not be a nuisance if a suitably designed and terminated system is employed.

26. ROC/21l/82 GT. WAKERING

Change use of shop to residential, add rear extension and two detached garages and convert existing house and shop into 2 separate dwellings. 111, New Road, Great Wakering. Blanking—Pike, do Building Design and Survey Associates, 91, High Street, Itadleigh.

D.T.P. — GRANT PEBMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

— 21 — Cont/d...... 0D9434 2. std. Goad. flU — Garage to be tncidental to enjoyment oe dwelling.

3. Std. Goad. 31 — Clear eight splays to be provided.

4. This decision does not convey any approval for a new dwelling as shown on drawing No. 4—152—2.

NOTE:

No. 111, New Road, Great Wakering consists of a ground floor shop with living accommodatioia above and adjacent. It was used as one unit when the shop was in operation.

The proposal now under consideration is to change the use of the shop to residential accommodation and then subdivide the unit into two seai—detached dwellings while extending the houses to the rear. A shared driveway giving access to rear garaging is to be provided.

27. ROC/231/82 RAYLEIGH

Erect 12 flats and garages in two blocks each of six flats. Land in Hartford Close, rio 176 London Road Rayleigh. W. Carter Ltd., do M.R. Clarke FFs., FRSH., 1286, London Road, Leigh—on—Sea.

Frontage of Plot: 58m (190') Depth of Plot: 42.6m (140') Site Area; 0.óacres

D.T.P. — GRANT PERNISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. Notwithstanding the details shown on the submitted plans the roofs of the proposed flats and garages shall be constructed with red clay pantiles or a similar tile which shall previously have been agreed in writing by the local planning authority.

3. Details of the facing bricks to be used shall be agreed in writing by the local planning authority prior to the commencement of the development. 4. A l.8m (6') high brick wall the design of which shall previously have been agreed in writing by the local planning authority shall be erected along the lines coloured blue on the plan returned herewith prior to the occupation of the proposed flats.

5. Std. Cond. 6 — A scheme of landscaping to be approved.

6. The proposed access road shall be hardsurfaced to the satisfaction of the local planning authority prior to the occupation of the proposed flats and detailed specification of the access road construction shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority prior to the commencement of the development. . — 22 — Contid...... NOTE:

Outline permission of a scheme of 12 two—bedroomed flats was granted under Ref: ROC/1063/8O in March 1981.

28. ROC/280/82 RAYLEIGH

Erect an 11 KIT overhead line on wooden poles. Stevens Farm Booster Station, Rayleigh. Eastern Electricity Board, Rayleigh Office, Thameside Area, 190 London Road, Rayleigh, Essex. 556 9EE.

Application is tiade for a direction under Section 40(i) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1971 that planning permission be deemed to be granted for the erection of an 11Kv overhead line on wooden poles.

The proposed line is required to serve the water pumping station at present nearing completion to the east of Stevens Farm, Rayleigh, and will run from the station in a north—westerly direction to a point west of Buliwood Ball. The proposed line will then link to an existing overhead line which runs in a westerly direction towards Rayleigh.

The proposed line will be well screened by an existing belt of mature trees along most of its length and will not therefore detract f torn. the appearance of the Roach Valley Conservation Zone.

I therefore recommend that permission be granted for the proposed line.

29. ROC/187/82 RAYLEIGH

Construct an open fronted lock—up Florists shop. Adjacent 57, High Street, Rayleigh. Laurence W. Lines, 34 Thundersley Park Road, Benfleet, Essex.

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERMISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:—

1. The structure as proposed and constructed on site by reason of its size, position, low standard of materials, design and construction creates a visually obtrusive feature in the street scene at this central point in the Rayleigh Conservation Area to the detriment of its character, appearance and the visual amenity. Furthermore, if allowed the proposal would set a precedent for similar structures and uses in the High Street area. 2. The proposal lacks any form of car parking, turning, loading and of f— loading facilities and would also restrict access to the shop premises at No. 57, HIgh Street, Rayleigh.

— 23 — Cont/d...... NOTE:

The use of the site for a lock—up florists has been in progress since just before Christmas 1981.

The structure is mainly stowed behind the existing gates and trading is carried on from the open gateway. A perspex canopy provides an extension to the existing trading area.

Objections have been received from the Rayleigh Ratepayers Association and Rayleigh Civic Society. Their objections are as follows:—

(1) Out of character with town centre and Conservation area.

(2) Would set an undesirable precedent.

The Director of Health & Housing is concerned that no sanitary facilities have been provided on site.

The comments of the County Planner will be reported verbally at the Meeting. in the light of the above I would recommend that if permission is refused for this development then enforcement action be instituted to seek the removal of the structure from the site and the termination of the use.

30. R0C/210/82 HULLBRIDCE

Outline application to demolish existing bungalow and erect two detached houses. 'Lynton', 23 High Elms Road, Rullbridge. Mr. L. Byne, do Mr. B. Lloyd, "Glendale", Ai.freda Avenue, Hulibridge.Essex. Frontage of Plot: lO.76m(3Sft.3") Depth of Plot: 46.44m(152ft.4") lO.76m(35ft.3')

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

I. Std. Cond. 1. — Reserved matters to be approved.

2. Std. Conch 2. — Commence in 5 years or 2 years.

3. Std. Cond. 27A — Provision within curtilage of site for garage or garage space.

NOTE;

The proposal will involve the construction of two detached houses between two existing houses. Any neighbour comments are to be reported verbally at the Committee Meeting.

. — 24 — Cont/d...... 0a0437 31. LB/ROC/2/82 ROACH GROUP

Construct 2 pitched roof dormers and catty Out internal alterations. 2, Chase Cottages, The Chase Way, East End, Paglesham. Mr. R.D. Berrecloth, 2 Chase Cottages, The Chase Way, East End, Paglesham.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. The materials used in the external construction and the type and construction of the windows of the dormers shall precisely match those used on the existing dormers and any deviation front an exact match shall be agreed with the local planning authority before each dormer is constructed.

3. Notwithstanding the details shown on the submitted plan the materials used in the construction of the proposed new window in the front elevation shall be constructed to match the existing windows i.e., the brick on edge window head shall be omitted and a drip mould provided to match the existing windows.

NOTE:

There are no planning objections to this proposal subject to the suggested conditions.

The occupier of No. 1 has written confirming receipt of the consultation letter but has raised no objections to the proposal.

32. ROC/224/82 ROCHFORD

Demolish existing outside toilet and erect single storey office extension. RIo 55 West Street (fronting Back Lane), Rochford. Burton Agencies (Ins.Brokers) Ltd., 55, West Street, Rochford, Essex.

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Notwithstanding the details shown on the submitted plans plain clay tiles shall be used on the extension hereby approved, samples of which shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the development is commenced.

— 25 — Cont/d...... 2. Notwithstanding the details shown on the submitted plan the timber fascia board shall be omitted and replaced by a mortar—pointed tile a verge; the p.v.c. shiplap to the gable end shall be omitted and replaced with brickwork to match the existing buildings, details of which shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the use is first commenced.

3. Samples of the facing bricks to be used shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the development is commenced1

4. Notwithstanding the provisions of the Town and Country Planning (Control of Advertisement) Regulations 1969 this approval conveys no approval to advertisements on the building and as shown on the submitted plan.

33. LB/ROC/5/82 R.OCHFORD

Demolish outside toilet. Erect extension building in red brick and peg tiles — as per plans. 55, West Street, Rochford. Burton Agencies (tna.Brokers) Ltd.) 55, West Street, Rochford.

D.T.P. - GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

2. Notwithstanding the details shown on the submitted plan the timber 2 ascia board shall be omitted and replaced by a mortar—pointed tile verge; the p.v.c. shiplap to the gable end shall be omitted and replaced with face of brickwork to math the existing building) details of which shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the use is first commenced.

3. Samples of the facing bricks to be used shall be submitted to and approved by the local planning authority before the development is commenced.

34. ROC/232/82 HOCKLEY

Change use of one room from residential to a hairdressing salon. 54, Main Road) ilockley, Essex. Mr & Mrs. B. Hopton, 54, Main Road, Hockley, Essex. aw OOO43 — 26 — Contfd...... D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. This permission shall anure f or the sole benefit of Mrs. 8. Hopton.

3. No advertisement shall be displayed on the external walls of the premises without the prior consent in writing of the local planning authority.

4. Details of the proposed car park to the rear of 54, Main Road, Hockley, shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the local planning authority prior to the commencement of the use hereby granted permission.

NOTE:

The front room which it is proposed to use as a hairdressers has been used in the past for this purpose.

Access to the room is gained via an existing side door which was used for the same purpose when a business was previously carried on from the room in question. The applicant wishes to trade on a small scale involving on average four customers per day. She does not anticipate employing any staff other than her daughter who could then gain a training in hairdressing.

The applicant and her family occupy the rest of the dwelling as residential accommodation.

Car parking can be provided to the rear of the site for both the existing dwelling and the hairdressers. Access can be gained to the site via an existing vehicular access from Betts Lane.

Adjacent to the site are the premises of Universal Sprays.

Objections have been received from Mr. P. Williams of 56, Main Road, Hockley. In snmary these are as follows:—

(1) Proposed car park will back onto the rear garden of No. 56, Main Road. Thus will cause noise and loss of privacy. (2) Cause considerable deterioration to the existing residential properties by extending the business area boundary.

35. ROC/l64/82 GT. WAKERING

Erect a two storey side extension. 10—12, High Street, Great Wakering, Essex. Hayhew MeCrimmon Limited, do D.E. Everett, 37, Shoebury Road, Great Wakering, Essex.

Floor Area: 35.lsq.m (384sq.ft)

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT

— — 27 Cont/d...... iF) 1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence In 5 years.

2. Std. Cond. 9 — Materials to match exisiting.

3. The proposed floorspace shall be tzed solely in connection with the existing use of 10—12 High Street, Great Wakering and not for any separate trade or business.

NOTE:

This proposal is to extend an existing two storey building and will be used for storage, packaging and for occasional office use in connection with the existing religious publishing business.

The adjoining occupiers have been consulted and Mr. A.R. Foster of 5, Roding Close has replied stating that he has no objections to the submitted plans.

No objections are raised by the County Surveyor and the Director of Health & Housing. . 36. ROC/26/82 ROCKLEY

Erect a detached four bedroota house with an attached garages Plot 1., 49 Southend Road, Hockley. Mr. C.J. Walker, c/a Barker Livemore & Co., 98 Broadway, Leigh—on—Sea.

Frontage of Plot: 13.óin(44'7") Depth of Plot: 25.0Cm (82ft) Floor Area; 136sq.m (l,464sq.ft)

D.T.P. — GRANT PERMISSION SUBJECT TO:—

1. Std. Cond. 3 — Commence in 5 years.

2. Std. Cond. 5 — A scheme of tree and/or shrub planting to be approved.

3. Std. Cond. 8 — Submit materials schedule.

4. Std. Cond. 12A — Garage to be incidental to enjoyment of dwelling.

5. Std. Cond. 14 — 1.8 metres (6 feet) high fencing to be erected.

6. Std. Cond. 13 — 1.8 metres (6 feet) high brick screen walling to be erected.

7. No vehicular access shall be obtained from the site onto Southend Road) access shall be obtained solely from the existing and iroposed access road.

8. The existing access road shall be extended and the temporary turning head formed prior to the occupation of the proposed dwelling. The proposed access road and turning head shall be surfaced in accordance with details which shall be submitted to and agreed in writing with the local planning authority prior to commencement of development, a w — 28 — Cont/d...... a n ci t , '9 9. A 500mm overjzang strip shall be provided in the position shown coloured brown on Drawing No. 416/OOZE.

10. A 2—Is x 2—lm (7' x 7') pedestrian visibility splay shall be provided in the position coloured blue on Drawing No. 416/002B.

ii. No wall or fence shall exceed a height of im (3'S") where shown In yellow on Drawing No. 416/OOZE.

Std. Cond. 35 — A brick wall to be erected to front boundary.

NOTE:

Outline planning permission was granted to erect five detached houses with access road on land adj. 49 Southend Road on 13th October, 1981, Application No. ROC/885/60. This application was subject to twelve conditions and to a legal agreement which required the termination of the existing warehouse use with the building to be used for office purposes prior to the housing development being carried out.

This proposal now submits detailed plans to develop the frontage plot with one detached house utilising the existing concrete access road which runs between the site and the adjoining office building. The development of this site in isolation will not prejudice the subsequent development of the proposed four houses to the rear.

No objections are raised to the proposal by the County Surveyor subject to the imposition of Conditions 9,10 and 11.

Whilst I consider this application in itself to be acceptable strict compliance with any Legal Agreement must be an important pre—requisite of any permission. My intention has been drawn to the possibility that the existing single storey building may still be in use as a warehouse in breach of the Legal Agreement.

I am at present investigating this situation and will report verbally at the Meeting.

37. ROC/233/82 GREAT WAKERING

Outline application to erect a two storey cottage. Adjoining 114, New Road, Great Wakering. G.E. Chambers, do G.H. Gunning MSAAT., 942, London Road, Leigh—on—Sea, Essex.

Frontage of Plot: S.05m(l6'7") Depth of Plot: 82.9m(272')

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERNISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:—

1. The site lacks adequate provision f or on—site parking and garaging to serve the proposed occupiers. If allowed this would aggravate the existing on—street car parking in New Road. The local planning authority normally requires 1 garage and 1 parking apace for each dwelling.

— 29 — Contfd...... flfl U '1 'c. ct 2. The proposed development would prejudice the possibility of providing of f street parking and garaging to the existing terrace of houses.

NOTE:

The site is a vacant plot at the end of a terrace of 14 properties only one of which appears to have garaging facilities. As such there is an on—street parking problem which at times does cause congestion in New Road and this proposal could only aggravate the situation further.

There is a possibility that garaging for the whole terrace could be provided to the rear of the properties as a joint venture. However, this proposal would severely restrict this possibility.

38. ROC/223/B2 HAWIWELL

Convert existing house into 2 self contained flats. 247, Rectory Road, llawkwell. Mr. Adkins, do Hr. ER. Haspineall, 227, Eastwood Road, Rayleigh, Essex.

D.T.P. — REFUSE PERMISSION FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:—

1. The site lacks adequate provision for on—site parking and garaging to serve the proposed occupiers. If allowed this would aggravate the existing on—street car parking in Rectory Road. The local planning authority normally requires 1 garage and I parking space for each dwelling.

2. The proposal constitutes the introduction of a higher density development which if encouraged could create an undesirable precedent leading eventually to the destruction of the low density character of this area to the detriment of the locality.

3. The proposed alterations to form two flats would result in overlooking and loss of privacy to the occupiers of No. 245 Rectory Road.

NOTE:

This proposal is to convert the existing dwelling to form two 1—bedroom flats. The existing unit is one of a pair of semi—detached houses. This part of Rectory Road is a mixed form of ribbon development within the Metropolitan Green Belt and the character of the area is one of single dwellings on single plots.

The properties itmnediately adjacent to the site in question have only limited car parking facilities in the front garden area and thus the proposal could further compound an on—street parking problem in Rectory Road.

. — 30 — Cont/d...... 000443 39. LB/ROC/6/82 ROOEFQBD Construot landscaped garden. 27 South Street, Roohford. Martyn John Choppin, 27 South Street, Rochford. D.T.P, — Grant Permission,

NOTEt The applicant proposeS to have his rear garden laid out and planted to a formal design by Notoutts Iandscape Ltd. of Woodbridge in Suffolk. The scheme involves the use of random york stone paving, cobbles, brick edginga and low retaining walls and a range of perennial plants and shrubs. Additionally an electrically lit free standing metal lamp post is inoluded. Work had begun on preparing foundations but was stopped when it was confirmed that listed building consent would be necessary. An objection to the giving of listed building consent has been received from Mr. B. Vauasn of 31 South Street who claims:- (a) that there is a serious boundary dispute between himself and the applicant who shares a common boundary and whilst that dispute continues there should be no decision on the application; and (b) that the type and quality of surfacing materials are totally out of character with the surrounding environment particularly the use of york atone and. the inclusion of a replica Victorian plastic street lamp, there is also concern that the shrubs and plants might affect the light source to No. 31 and outlook over the area. Mr. Vaughan asks that the Committee should visit the site before a decision is made. I understand from the applicant that the dispute concerns a maximum of 4 inches of land along the common boundary and. I do not advise that the consideraticn of the application should be delayed. Any changes that may be necessary to the layout of the garden could take place without there being a material effect on the proposal. The rebuttal of Mr. Vauian1s claim of trespass clearly highlights the dispute which questicns the accuracy of the Certificate accompanying the application completed by Mr. Choppin who has certified that be (Mr. oboppin) owns all the land to 'which the application relates. Paragraph 2(2) of Schedule 11 to the Town & Country Plami'Tvg Act 1971 states:—

"If say person issues a certificate which purports to ccmply with the requirements of regulations made by virtue of this paragraph and which contains a statement which he knows to be false or misleading in a material particular, or recklessly issues a certificate which purports to comply with those requirements and which contains a statement which is false or misleading in a material particular, he shall be guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £100.11

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T,br views of the circumstances here are that the limited width of land. involved is not of material concern in that the layout of the garden could be adjusted without difficulty or detriment. Clearly the applioant does not consider his claims on the land to be false. The Director of Legal Services holds the view that the question of accuracy in the completion of a certificate does not invalidate an application and should there be found to be statements known to be false or desigied to mislead to a serious material degree, the planning authority could pursue the matter in the court. Mr. Vaughan has erected a picket fence about 2 feet 6 inches high along the disputed boundary and he has been told that listed building consent is necessary for the retention of that fence. Specialist advice from the County Planner raises no objection generally to the scheme. It is thou&it that the lamp post may be overdoing the detail but to resist would be churlish. In his application Mr. Choppin says that some illumination in the area behind 21 - 31 South Street is required especially during the winter months. There are no objections from Rochford Parish Council, Rcchford. Hundred. Amenities Society or other neighbours.

— 32 — . DELEGATED PLANNiNG DECISIWS

I have decided the following planning applications in accordance with the policy of delegation and subject to conditions:—

ROC/166/82 Erect a double storey side extension at 3 Rullwood Road, Hockley — Mr. & Mrs. It. Pearmain.

ROC/123/82 Erect rear extension at Woodhouse, Woodside Road, Rockley — Mrs. Andrews.

ROC/132/82 Erect a two storey side extension at 11 Hedgehope Avenue, Rayleigh — Mr. P. E. Williams.

ROC/143/82 Add extension to rear kitchen at 9 Tudor Way, Hawkwe],1 — Mr. P. Waters.

ROC/86/82 Erect a detached garage and add a rear extension at "Sunnydale", Lyndhurst Road, Ashingdon — Mr. W. Dobson.

ROC/131182 Erect a carport at 183 Greensward Lane, ilockley — Mr. W. Frost.

ROC/63/82 Erect a garage at 207 Conway Avenue Ct. Wakering — Mr. G. Ratsell.

ROC/67/82 Demolish existing garage and erect garage with two bedrooms over at 4 Newstead Road, Great Wakering — Mrs. Wilkins.

ROC/87/82 Add a side extension at Whiteoak, Barling Road, Great Wakering — Mr. J. Salthouse. aoc/107/8Z Erect double garage and front porch and add utility room extension at Rosemary Cottage, Rayleigh Avenue, Rayleigh — Mr. N. .Jupp.

ROC/llO/82 Alterations to existing shopiront at 1—9 Ferry Road) Eullbridge — Benfleet Furniture Warehouse.

ROC/122/82 Erect side extension to form bedroom, day coom and study at 36 Rosslyn Close, Hockley — Mr. 5. Peety.

— 33 — Cont/d..,... fl3O44S ROC/148/82 Demolish existing garage. Erect rear extension and a double garage at 46 London Hill, Rayleigh — Mr. A. Morgan.

aoc/149/82 Erect pitch roof to porch and garages at 26 Goldsworthy Drive, great Wakering — Mr. A.R. Charge.

ROC/15O/82 Add a single storey rear extension at 29 Kiinberley Road, Little Wakering — Mr. B. Edkins.

ROC/l53/82 Erect a conservatory to rear at 15 Pudsey Hall Lane, Canewdon — Mr. A.T. Philpott.

ROC/156/BZ Erect a rear extension at 29 Burnham Road, Rulibridge — Mr. Bosely.

ROC/l57/82 Erect a rear extension at 31 Burnham Road, Rullbridge — Mr. Wilmot.

ROCII58/82 Erect a detached garage at 34 Willingale Avenue, Rayleigh — Mr. A. McGowan.

ROC/162/82 Acid a kitchen extension at 11 Princess Gardens, Ashingdon — Hr. A.W. Woodhouse.

ROC/109/$2 Erect multi—aerial pole (height iOn.) for amateur radio purposes at 2 Potash Bungalows, Hall Road, Rochford — Mr. J.S. Cooper.

ROC/154/82 Demolish existing garage and erect a double stotey aide extension at 1 Leslie Gardens, Rayleigh — Mr. .J.P. Allen.

R0C169/82 Add rear extension and lychgate at 3 Mount Avenue, Rayleigh - A. Guest Esq.

ROC/174/82 Erect front lobby, extensions to lounge and rear kitchen and add a garage at 45 Thorpedene Avenue, Bullbridge — E. Roach.

ROC/183/82 Add front porch at 25 Derwent Avenue, Rayleigh, Essex — Mr. M.LJ. Sagge3?e. . — 34 — Cont/d..... 9 j 47 ROC/189/82 Add extension to existing house to accommodate occupiers and handicapped children at 14 }iawkwell Road, Hockley, Essex — Mr. M.A. Pitcher.

ROC/190/82 Add rear extension to form kitchen and dining room at 15 Sunny Road, }Lawkwell, Essex — A. Bourke, c/a E.A. Allen, 4 Upper Lambricks, Rayleigh, Essex.

ROC/193/82 Add a carport at 4 Willow Drive, Rayleigh — Mr. Davis.

R.OC/l97/82 Add extension to form shower room, U/room and enlarge existing B/room, 29 Shoebury Road, Great Wakering — Mr. 3.5. Marshall.

ROC/54/82 Convert existing single garage to a double garage at 17 Twyford Avenue, Great Wakering — Mr. & Mrs. A. Moss.

ROC/127/82 Erect porch and bay window to front and add rear extension to form kitchen and dining room at 3 Marshalls, Rochford — Mr. Turnidge.

ROC/184/82 Add extension to existing garage at 9 Extuouth Drive, Rayleigh — James T. Finch.

ROC/185/82 Construct a vehicular access at 294 Little Wakering Road, Little Wakering — Peter Michael Wynn.

ROCIZO6IBZ Add single storey rear extension at 14 Eramfield Road East, Rayleigh — Mr. Strothard.

ROC/113/82 Add front extension to form lounge and re—erect existing storm porch at 31 Keswick Avenue, Ruflbridge — Mr. J. Collinson.

RQC/146/82 Convert integral garage to living accommodation and erect a detached garage to rear of garden — Mr. J.M. Penderidge.

ROC/177/82 Erect a double garage and playroom to rear at 8 Nelson Road, Rayleigh — Mr. B. Caton.

ROC/l81/82 Add rear extension to form utility room, bedroom, dining room with bedrooms & shower room over. Also demolish existing garage & erect detached garage at 97 Love Lane, Rayleigh — W. Dully Esq. U 1104 3 — 35 — Cont/d...... goc/221/82 Add kitchen extension at 3 Spencer Gardens, Ashingdon — Mr. R..J. Edwards.

ROC/227 182 Add two storey side extension to enlarge existing lounge and kitchen, form study, bedroom and w.c. at 229 Eastwood Road, Rayleigh — T. Kindrew.

ROC/228/82 Add extension to form bedroom and enlarge existing lounge at 24 Barbara Close, Rochford — C. Swain.

ROC/l76/82 Add extension to first floor at 83 Rayleigh Avenue, Eastwood — B. Oxley.

ROC/60/82 Change use from agricultural land to residential garden at land rIo 2—24 ilollytree Gardens, Rayleigh — Mr. D.A. Roberts.

ROC/235/82 Add extension to bedroom at 29 Great Eastern Road, Hockley — Mr. N. Harrison.

Roc/l95/82 Add rear extension at 4, The Drive, Hullbridge — Mr & Mrs. P. Sutton.

Roc/238/82 Erect a two storey side extension at 52 Broad Oak Way, Rayleigh — P.G. Mitchell.

REFUSALS

ROC/l18/82 Add side extension to form bedroom and bathroom in roof at 9 Newstead Road, Great Wakering — Mr. .1. Turnbu].l.

Reasons: 1. The proposed side extension if allowed would create an asymmetrical roof design which would be detrimental to the elevation, character, balanced form and composition of the existing property.

2. The proposed asymmetrical roof design would create an unduly prominent and incongruous feature in the street scene. 3. The proposed development if allowed would over—shadow and dominate the neighbouring property (No. 7 Newstead Road) and adversely affect the amenity of the occupiers. a

— 36 — Cont/d...... O&1413 A/ROC/3/82 Erect a free—standing directional sign opposite entrance to Purdeys Way, Sutton Road, Rochford — Harris Queensway Group Limited.

Reasons: 1. The roadside advertisement is unrelated to the site and may create an undesirable precedent for further signs in the vicinity.

2. Would detract from the character and appearance of this site and the Extended Green Eelt and the Roach Valley Conservation Zone.

3. Sign contains a directional element which may cause confusion to drivers so becoming a hazard to traffic.

ROC/152/82 Convert existing bungalow to four bedroom chalet and re—roof garage at 60, Hawkwell Chase, Hawkwell — Mr. R. White.

Reason: 1. Excessive in size and totally out of scale and character with the f on of the existing property.

2. Materially alter and disrupt the original design and appearance of the building and would produce an unduly dominant and discordant feature in the street scene.

— 37 — ROCH FORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

Minutes of the Health and Uoustn1 !eet9lttee

At a Meeting held on 25th May 1,982. Present: Counciflors L.CCoe (Chairman), EJI. Adeock, C.B. Alger,M.N. Anderson, R.H. Boyd, Mrs. L.MA. Campbell—Daley, Mrs. P. Cooke1 B.A. Crick, E.E. Daisy, J.A. Gibson, A.J. Harvey, Mrs. P.E. Hawks, Mrs E.M. Heath, R.H. Holman, Miss B.G.J. Lovett, G.J. Skinner, A.L. Tate, 3.?. Taylor and R.A. Taylor.

pologies: Councillor D.C. Woods Ht ZTo. tontS.

Visiting: Councill,ors R.D. Poster, D.R. Nelson and T4. Warner.

MINUTES

215. Resolved that the Minutes of the Meeting of 25th March 1982 beipr6ved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

MONITORING OP PERFORMANCE — MEETINGS 0! 26th NOVEMBER AND iThth FEBRUARY.

276. The Committee were satisfied that alt necessary action had been taken. Minute 96/82 was carried forward. (21210)

SALE OF COUNCIL HOUSES — TRANSFER OF LOCAL AUTHORITY HOfTGAEn0 1TIQ)IWG SYCTRflES.

271. The Committee considered the appended report of the Director of Finance.

Note: During the course of the debate Counctilors B.A. Crick and R.A. Taylor disclosed a pecuniary interest as holders of a Council mortgage and being invited to remain in the meeting, took no further part in the discussion or voting thereon.

The Committee favoured the implementation of the proposals explained by the Director of Finance. p RECOMMENDED That, being of the opinion that the proposals are to the jiEiit benefit of mortgagors and the Council, the recommendations in the appended report be adopted. - (2387flDP & DLS)

'r ) Health & Housing Services

ROUSE PURCHASE LOANS — ARREARS (Minute 173/82)

278. The Committee noted the report f ron the Director of Finance on Rouse Purchase Loans arrears as at 30th April 1982. (612)

EX PROPERTY SERVICE AGENCY HOUSES - ROUSE PuRCHASE LOAN ARREARS (Minute 173/82)

279. the Director of Finance submitted a very full and detailed report on arrears cases and the alternative ways open to mortgagors to reduce their arrears, i.e. by extending the period, by interest—only paynents or by consolidating the arrears with the capital sum. The report included fifteen case histories. The Committee noted that the Director of Finance had exercised his delegated powers to assist in individual cases as far as possible and would continue to keep a close watch on the arrears. (612)

36 PULPITS CLOSE, HOCKLEY.

280. The Chief Executive reported on. alternatives for car parking and access for the disabled tenant who intended to purchase this Council house. Access on to Greensward Lane being hazardous, a vehicular right—of—way could be granted over a footway into Pulpits Close subject to the tenant paying for the cross—over.

Subject to the agreement of the County Council to extinguishment of highway rights, the tenant could also be sold a piece of land between the property and the Greensward Lane bus sheltr with the tenant reimbursing the Council the cost of fencing.

RECOMMENDED (1) That the Council grants the necessary right— of—way from Pulpits Close for domestic vehicular access to 36 PulpitsClose, subject to the tenant agreeing to pay for the cross—over and not to use the access for parking.

(2) That for the purpose of Regulation S of the Town & Country Planning General Regulations 1976, permission be sought to change the use of adjacent land from highway verge td garden. - (3) That the County Council as Highway Authority be requested to initiate the procedure to extinguish highway rights over the land to be sold.

(4) That the land be sold to the tenant at the valuation of the District Valuer subject to:— (a) planning permission being obtained for the change of use; (b) the extinguishment of highway rights; (c) the agreement of the tenant to pay for the fencing. (36O8)(CE,DTP & DLS) S LJ34I2 Health and Housing Services

HOUSING ACT 1957 — SECTION 24. "FOUR WINDS", WOOD AVENUE, HOCKLEY.

281. The Director of Health & Housing reported that this property was the s'ubject of a Demolition Order but that proposals had been accepted for the comprehensive repair and improvement of the dwelling by 31st May 1982. Although works had progressed satisfactorily completion by the above date would not be possible and the owner had requested an extension of the time limit to enable completion of the works.

Resolved that the period be extended until the 28th February 1983 to enable the necessary works to be completed to "Four Winds". (972O)(DLS)

HOUSING ACT 1974 - HOUSE RENOVATION GRANTS — INCREASE IN RATE OF INTERMEDiATE AN]) REPAIRS GRANTS.

282. The Director of Health & Housing reported that the percentage for Intermediate Grants (Mandatory) and Repairs Grants (Discretionary) had been increased from 75% to 90%, for applications made prior to the end of 1982. The purpose of the increased grant rate was to provide employment by encouraging the early take up of immediate spare capacity in the construction industry. An additional Housing Investment Programme allocation of £59,000 had been received to cover increased spending on grants in 1982/83. There would be national and local publicity.

RECOMMENDED That the authority delegated to the Director of Tiiilth & Housing in Minute 26/81 to determine applications for Improvement, Intermediate and Repairs Grants, be extended to permit the approval, on or before the 31st December 1982 of Intermediate Grants and Repairs Grants at the new appropriate percentage of YOZ, tn accordance with the directions and advice of the Sedretary of State. (191) (Dliii)

LETTINGS AND APPLICATIONS 1981/82 - A YEAR-END ANALYSIS

283. The Director of Health & Housing reported on the analysis as set out in the Agenda, of the work carried out by the Directorate's Lettings Section for the period 5th April 1981 — 5th April 1982. (225)

ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE HOUSING WAITING LISTS.

284. The Committee noted the report of the Director of Health & Housing on the correlation of waitlnglists and building programme. (225) Health & Housing Services a w

HOUSING REPAIRS, MAINTENANCE AND DIPROVEMENTS 1981/82

285. The Director of Health & Housing reported on the works of repair, maintenance and Ljiprovement carried out to the Council's housing stock between the 1st kpril 1981 and 31st March 1982. (8085)

HOMES INSULATION SCHEME 1982.

286. The Director of Health & Housing reported that roof insulation grant limits had been increased from £65 to £69 and from £90 to £95. The required thickness was now 100 nun instead of 80 mm. The Government had also increased the administration fees payable to the Council for each application received and grant paid.

During the financial year 1981/82, 543 grants had been made. (1243)

FUTURE USES FOR G'RESTEI) COURT (Minute 237(2

287. The Director of Health & Housing submitted a report on four options covering —

(a) Use for temporary accommodation for homeless families. (b) Use for housing single persons. (c) Use for young childless couples as a stepping stone to future ownership. (d) Continued use as an Aged Persons Scheme.

And concluding that (b) was the right course.

The Committee debated the alternatives but accepted the recommendations of th Director and agreed that, because of the number of fitrtings and services, a caretaker should be appointed when the warden moved to the new development.

p RECOMMENDED That, subject to completion of the proposed new development,

(1) Grested Court be relet to single persons after the residents have been rehoused.

(2) The Director of Health & Housing selects suitable tenants in line with the Council's approved points scheme.

(3) The Pinance & Personnel Coimnittee he requested to approve the appointment of a resident caretaker for Grested Court with additional responsibility for Hatfield House. (4169) (DUll)

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RENT COLLECTION AND ARREARS.

288. The Committee noted the report from the Director of Health & Housing that the current arrears stood at £13,182.47 which were currently the lowest in Essex. (615)

LICENCE FOR RIGHT OF WAY TO 66 ASHINGDON ROAD, ROCHFORD.

289. The Director of Legal Services reported that a right of way was granted in 1955 to the owner of the above property at an annual licence fee of five shillings. The District Valuer was satisfied that, becattse of the very limited usea.fee of £5 was right.

RECOMMENDED That the Director of Legal Services completes a licence to the owner of 66 Ashingdon Road to run for a period of one year and thereafter from year to year, until determined, at a licence fee of £5 and upon such other terms and conditions as the Director feels appropriate. (27954) (DLS)

EMPLOYMENT, INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT — INITIATIVE OF LOCAL AUTHORITY (Minute 238/82) 290. The Committee considered its policies and practices and agreed to:—

(1) Encourage mobility of labour by house exchange and key worker housing provision. (2) Encourage housing associations to build more schemes within the District. (3) Secpre more allocation of funds fo1r new house building and mortgage facility and improvement grants. - (28025)

CONTRACTS PROGRESS

291. The Committee noted the report from the Director of Technical Services on the progress of a number of contracts. (647)

PUBLIC HEALTH ACT 1936 — SECTION 50

(a) Land rear of "Alern Paul", New Park Road, Hockley.

292. The Director of Health & Housing reported that effluent from the cesspool serving "Alern Paul" and the property at the rear of "Alern Paul", was overflowing into the roadside ditch in Cavendish Road. The owners had been requested to carry out work to prevent this overflow but to date the unsatisfactory conditions persisted.

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RECOMMENDED (1) That the Director of Health & Housing he authorised to serve Notices under Section 50 of the Public Health Act 1936 on the owners of "Alern Paul", New Park Road, Hockley, and the property at the rear of "Alern Paul" requiring the execution of such works as may be necessary to prevent effluent overflowing into the ditch in Cavendish Road, Hockley.

(2) That the Director of Legal Services be authorised to institute proceedings in the event of non— compliance. (965) (Dm1 & DLS)

(b) "Amherst Lodge", Eastwood Rise, Eastwood.j&Lon Sea.

The Director of Health & Housing reported that the owner of the above property had been requested to make alternative arrangements for the disposal of effluent from. the septic tank at this property but unsatisfactory conditions persisted.

RECOMMENDED (1) That the Director of Health & Housing be authorised to serve a Notice under Section 50 of the Public Health Act 1936 on the owner of "Amherst Lodge", Eastwood Rise, Eastwood, Leigh—on—Sea, requiring the execution of such works as may be necessary to prevent effluent discharging on to the surface of the field at the rear of the property.

(2) That the Director of Legal Services be authorised to institute proceedings in the event of non- compliance. (1047) (Dm1 & OLS)

THE "SMUGGLERS iDEN", PERRY ROAD, HULLERIDGE — PUBLIC ENTERTAINMENT LICENCE, -

293. The Director of Legal Services reported that the Music & Dancing Liceçising Panel sat on the 28th &priland 5th Nay to hear objections into the renewal of the Public Entertainment Licence with a 2.00 am extension.

The Panel considered that the use gave rise to justifiable complaint and that the Public Entertainment Licence should expire at midnight except on Saturday when there would be an extension until 1.00 am on Sunday morning. Additional conditions were imposed requiring the use of a noise—limiting device on the amplifiers and the keeping closed of windows and doors. Members were concerned that there night be difficulties in enforcing these conditions, but the Director of Health & Housing assured Members that regular inspections would be made to ensure compliance. (2376)

KEEP BRITAIN TIDY.

294. The Committee noted a report from the Steering Committee. Members raised questions with regard to the sponsored litter bins, supermarket trolleys and wrappings used by manufact— a urers, and noted that their comments would be discussed w at the next meeting of the Steering Committee. (213) ft ' C) A ej A ' j Health & Housing Services

CIVIC PRIDE (Minute 264/82)

295. The Chief Executive reported that it was the intention of the Chairman of the Council to promote Civic Pride during his year of office. Members suggested that, as its contribution, this Committee might promote items such as, areas in parks where dogs were prohibited, varying the external colour—scheme of Council houses, greater use of flowers in the District, a dog warden and a competition for Council house tenants to improve their environment.

The Chairman of the Committee would advise the Chairman of the Council of the Committee's views. (610)

17 SOIJTHEND ROAD, ROCIIFORD.

296. The Directors of Legal Services, Health & Housing and Finance reported that the lease expired in July 1982 and the Director of Legal Services had agreed terms for a licence from July 1982 to April 1983 ad'd thereafter from year to year, which wouid enable the fee for occupation to be brought in line with the Housing Revenue Account Dwellings.

RECOMMENDED That a licence as proposed above be completed on the teSs agreed by the Director of Legal Services. (3950) (DLS)

NATIONAL HOUSING AND TOWN PLANNING COUNCIL — EASTERN REGIONAL EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

297. The Director of Legal Services reported that the annual meeting of the above Committee was to be held on 17th June at Southend and the Council had been invifed to appoint a representative to this organisation.

RECOMMENDED That the Chairman oft the Health & Housing Services Committee or his nominee be appointed as the Council's representative. (4542) (DLS)

LAND AT TILE REAR OF 33&35 WEIR GARDENS, RAYLEIGH.

298. The Director of Legal Services reported that the owner of 18 Orchard Avenue wished to purchase for a garden extension 25 square metres of land at the rear of these two Council properties in Weir Gardens.

The District Valuer reported that in his opinion the value of the land was £300.

RECOMMENDED That the Director of Legal Services complete the sale of 25 square metres of land at the rear of 33 and 35 Welt Gardens, Rayleigh at the District Valuerts valuation and upon such other tems and conditions as the Director feels appropriate. (26898)(DLS) Health & Housing Services . PEMBROKE HOUSE CENTRAL HEATING WORKS CONTRACT.

299. The Director of Legal Services reported on tenders and that there had been certain difficulties. The authority of the Chairman of the Council had been sought to authortse a slight deviation from standard procedure.

A corrected tender front J.W. Coward & Co. Ltd., in the sum of £62,452.00 had been. accepted on the authortty of the Chairman of the Council exercising his powers under Standing Order 18.

A further report on the circumstances would be submitted to the kudit Panel for a review of the procedures followed. (926) (CE & OLS)

GRESTED COURT, CENTRAL HEATING WORKS CONTRACT.

300. The Director of Legal Services reported that tenders for the above work had been subjed't to the same difficulties as those for similar works at Pemrboke House.

RECONMBNDED (1) That an exception be made under Financial Standing Order 4.4 (v) to enable the tender submitted by Tilbury Mechanical Services Ltd., to be amended to reflect the correct position with regard to the provisional and contingency sums.

(2) That the Finance & Personnel Committee be requested to make appropriate financial provisions. (4169) (DLS)

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ROCREORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

BEAIJPH & HOUSING COMMITPEE - 25 MkY 1982

SALE OF COUNCIL IIOUSES - TRANSFER OF LOCAL AUTHORITY NORTGA.GES TO BUILDING SOCIETIES

EXPORT OF TEE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

INTRODUCTION

The Director of Finance reports that under the terms of the Housing Act 1980, tenants who buy their Council houses are entitled to be granted a local authority mortgage, subject to meeting certain income criteria. Tenants may, however, choose to seek loan finance elsewhere, for example, through a Bank or Building Society. The benefit to the Council of tenants

obtaxna.ng private finance is that a lump sum is received, 50% of which may be used to supplement the Council's capital investment allocation granted by the Department of the hwironmsnt. If a Council mortgage is granted, the capital s-urn as received over a much longer period, perhaps 25 years, and the benefit is therefore jnuoh reduced.

ACTION TAKEM TO GENERATE CAPITAL HECEIPPS The Director of Finance has actively encouraged tenants to seek private loan facilities although initially the terms offered by the Building Societies were less attractive than the Counil scheme, eg., they were not prepared to make 100% advances even though mauy houses were being sold. at 50% discount. The main advantage however, was the ability to secure additional loans for home improvements, which the Council has been unable to offer in view of the reduction in the Government's capital allocations for housing investment. In practice, most Council houses were sold with the benefit of a Council mortgage. a —2—

RECENT CNGES IN ThE MORTGAGE M&RXE'T

Members will be aware that during the last year, competition in the mortgage market has been fierce. The Batik of England lifted a number of oonrols over the joint stock banks which enabled the banking community to enter the private mortgage area in a very big way. This in turn put pressure on the Building Societies to take a more aggressive sales approach, whicth ooupled with the downturn in the housing market, has enabled those people

I seeking mortgages to secure more advantageous terms.

Rocognising these pressures, the Director of Flnanoe has, over a period of time, been negotiating with several Building Societies and the Council's Bankers, with a view to firstly, persuading one or more of the orgen1eation to offer mortgage facilities to tenants wishing to buy their Council houses and secondly, taking over existing Council mortgages and re—advancing the money. On the first point, a signifloaht steji'has already been taken and most new buyers are obtaining a mortgage through a Building Society. The terms are more favourable than a Council mortgage in several respects and the offer of further loan facilities in due course, if required, has tended to corwince tenants that althou they have a statutory right to a Council mortgage, it is in their best interests to look to private financing arrangements. On the second point, the Director of Finance has, after lengthy d.isoussions, negotiated an arrangement with the Halifax Building Society who are prepared to take over the majority of the mortgages on sale of Council house cases which 'mounts to over £3million. Initial funds have been allocated' for the purpose and i{ is anticipated. that further sums will be made available if demand warrants it• The only cases which they are not prewed to consider are the ten or so substantial arrears situations where legal action is currently being taken.

TXRMSOF TUB TUANSFER

It must be said at the outset that those tenants who have a Council mortgage are under no obligation to transfer to the Building Society. However, the terms of the mortgage will be more favourable than the Council W3 a scheme and, in terms of the ability to increase the loan to finance home etc., there is a distinct benefit in transferring. .jprovements —3—

There are three elaients of cost involved in effecting the move which, if the scheme is to be successful, must be borne by the Council, since it is essential that the mortgagor is able to make the change simply and at no cost.

The costs involved are as follows:— i. Redemption fee of £12 — this is the standard Council charge for redeeming tha mortgage and is credited to the Director of legal Services central administration account. It is suggested that the fee is not charged to the mortgagor bnt a "book entry" for each redemption is made charging the cost against the capital receipt received from the Building Society. ii. Valuation fee — ranges between £30 and £45 depending on the value of the property. The Building Society will require a Surveyor's valuation report from an independent Estate Agent in order to protect their interest in the property. The Director of finance has obtained agreement from the Building Society that the Estate Agent to carried out the initial survey for the Council would also be engaged to carry out the valuation on behalf of the Building Society. Since the Agent would have reasonably up to date information about each property it is anticipated that the normal scale fee applicable would not be used. It is suested that the Director of Finance be authorised to negotiate an across—the—board fee per property, regardless of the valuation of the property. iii. legal fees — vary according to level of disbursements inivolved, eg., whether land. is registered or unregistered. The recommended basic, although rarely adhered to, fee in cases where the Solicitor acts only for the Society is around £85 plus disbursements. Th4s assumes, hosever, that another Solicitor is investigating the property at the san time and that all enquiries and. searches would be made by that Solicitor, where fees charged at present are in the region of £2OO-25O. The Building Society will be responsible for engaging a Solicitor to examine title, complete the new mortgage deed, etc. In view of the relatively straightforward nature of the work involving in many cases identical titles the Director of Legal Services would expect a much lower fee than this to be charged, although the time to be spent in interviewing the borrowers in each case must be borne in mmd. It is suggested that the Director of Legal Services be authorised to negotiate an across—the—board legal fee per property, plus normal disbursements. -4-

The coats shown above will 'be netted off against the sine received from the Building Society for each mortgage taken over, and it is felt that this is a small price to pay for the benefits which will accrue to the Council.

CONCLUSION

It will be necessaiy for the Director of Finance to write to each mortgagor setting out the terBe of the transfer, pointing out the benefits of a Building Society mortgage, and asking them to complete a simple foun requesting a mortgage from the Building Society. ie only- piece of information which the Society will need. to confirm is the applicant's • earnings and the re-mortgage should take place' 'within ,a matter of weeks. The Halifax Building Society wishes to send some advertising material with this letter to explain the value of the arrangements,1 and also offer additional loan facilities if required.

BEC ONNDAT IONS

1. That the Council enters into an agreement with the Halifax Building Society to take over existing Council mortgages on the sale of Council houses as described in the report. 2. That the Council meets the costs of mortgage redemption, valuation fees said legal charges as described in the report and the Director of Finance and. Director of legal Services be authorised to negotiate toxins with the Estate Agents and Solicitors concerned. 3. That the Director of Finance sends a letter to appropriate existing mortgagors setting out the Council's policy and inviting them to complete an applioation form for a Halifax Building Society mortgage.

aw OOMGZ ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

Minutes of the Leisure Services Committee

AtaMeetipjie1d on 27th May, 1982. Present: Councillor 3.4. Sheaf (Chairman), E.H. Adcock, C.7 Alger, 14.1!. Budge, L.K. Cope, LA. Crick, E.E. Daley, P.3. }linifen, N.J. Jones, F.B.G. Jopson, Miss 8.0.3. Lovett, Mrs. 3.14. Munson, 3.5. Nokes, 0.3. Skinner, R.T. Stephens, C. Stephenson, B. Taylor, PLC. Warner and T.J. Warner.

Apologies: Councilloizfl.C. Wood) A,ZrMoJ-vej ajicj. ft A.Foflofl

Visiting: Councillors Mrs. L.M.&. Campbell—Daley and R.D. Foster.

MINUTES

301. Resolved that the Minutes of the Meeting of 30th March 1982 be approved as a correct record and signed by the Chairman.

MONITORING OF PERFORMANCE - MEETINGS OF 24TH NOVEMBER AN]) 23!&D FEBRTTARY

302. The Committee were satisfied that all, necessary action had been taken. Minutes 665/Si and 113/82 were carried forward. (21210)

MEETINGS WITH ROCHFORD DISTRICT SPORTS COUNCIL (Minute 1MTI1)

303. RECOMMENDED That the Leader of the Council, Vice—Chairman of Uiè Councfl, Chairman and Vice—Chairman of the Leisure Services Committee and Councillor E.H. Adcock be appointed to meet representatives of the Rochford District Sports Council on 29th June and 8th December to discuss recreational policies and proposals. (701) EMPLOYMENTJ INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT— - INITIATIVE OP LOCAL AUTHORITY (Minute 232/82) 304. The Committee noted that the Council's Leisure Staff were constantly examining the need for new leisure activity. Discussions were taking place with the Manpower Services Committee and more recently with regard to the Youth Opportunity Programme as to the possibility of job training facilities for the unemployed being made available at the Council's leisure premises. A report on these discussions would be presented to this Committee at a later date. (28025) (DTS)

! Leisure Services Committee

ALLOTMENT COMPETITION 1982 (Minute 303/81)

305. The Director of Legal Services reported that the Rayleigh Horticultural Society had been asked to undertake judging duties as in previous years. Two inspections would be made and points awarded for neatness of plots, proper rotation and variety of crops grown. Provision had been made in the estimates to cover expenses in connection with the competition.

BECOIIMENDED That the winners of the competition be awarded voucher piizes as follows:—

First Prize — £20 Second Prize — £15 Third Prize — £12. (6056) (DLS)

SCHOOL SUMMER HOLIDAY PROGRAMME - STAR BUYS (Minute 412/81) 1 306. The Director of Technical Services reported that in view of the response last year to this scheme it was intended to widen the scope of the Star Buys to include the facilities made available by Clements Hall Phase III. This would allow Star Buys to be used when youngsters (up to the age of 16) wished to use any facility that was not pre—booked.

RECOMMENDED That a book of ten Star Buy tickets be made available to juniors for £3, for use as payment for participation in any activity where the facility has not been pre—booked, on weekdays between 26th July and 31st August, 1982. (6711) (DTS)

ROCHFORD DISTRICT SPORTS COUNCIL —FESTIVAL OF SPORT

307. The Director of Technical Services reported that the local Sports Council was intending to hold its Festival of Sport during July and had requested that King George's Playing Field, Rayleigh, be closed on Saturday, 17th July and entrance allowed on payment of an admission charge.

Although no confirmed details were known of the intended attractions Nicholls Fair had been provisionally booked.

RECOMMENDED (1) That the Rochford District Sports Council be (a) granted the use of King George's, Rayleigh for the Festival of Sport and a Fair be permitted at the King George's Field from the 15th to the 17th July, 1982.

(b) allowed to use other playing fields in the District between the 4th and 17th July for their support events.

(c) permitted to make a charge for admission to King George's Field on Saturday, 17th July, 1982. S 0004H Leisure Services Committee

(2) That the Sports Council be required to obtain satisfactory insurance cover to safeguard the Council against damage, or claims for injury arising from its use and to deposite the sum of £100 as security against any damage that may be caused by the Fair.

(3) That any use of the Sports Centre indoor facilities be agreed at the normal letting charge.

(4) That the Director of Technical Services arrange for a safety inspection of the fair equipment prior to it being opened to the public. (18267) (DTS)

EASTERN COUNCIL FOR SPORT AND RECREATION — REVIEW OF THE YEAR 1981

30$. The Committee received the 1981 Review of the Eastern Council for Sport and Recreation. The Committee were particularly interested in the use of synthetic outdoor surfaces because of the low maintenance costs and noted that the Directorate of Technical Services were keeping abreast of these developments. (700)

CIVIC PRIDE jMinute 264/82)

309. The Chief Executive reported that it was the intention of the Chairman of the Council to promote Civic Pride during his Year of Office and that Committees had been requested to consider how they could assist. The Committee intended to press on with the voluntary "yeflow line0 scheme in the Council's playing fields to keep dogs off playing surfaces and asked the officers to look into the possibility of arranging an inter—village sports competition. With the "Plant a Tree in 83" scheme already considered by the Committee it was also hoped to include arboricultural improvements to the Council's open spaces. (610)

MILL HALL, RAUEIGR — ALTERATIONS (Minute 29/82)

310. The Committee considered the appended report of the Director of Technical Services on the first phase of adaptations necessary to the Mill. flit to enable the staging of - theatrical and musical events and in addition the installation of a lift for disabled persons.

The staging to be acquired as part of the proposal was demountable and could also be used at other Council premises. The Director confirmed that a sample of the staging could be obtained for Members to view.

0a0485 Leisure Services Committee w The scheme embraced a principle of access throughout the ancillary accommodation without any need to pass through the main auditorium. When in use for a theatrical event the sun lounge would be partitioned from the main hail and utilised as additional changing rooms. It was proposed that the disabled persons lift should be provided within the existing manager's office and additional accoutmoclation provided for the halls office staff and storage.

Members noted that the cost of the proposals amounted to £96,374 against the provisional estimate of £80,000 and that a detailed breakdown of the cost would be submitted to the Finance and Personnel Committee.

The Committee were satisfied that with a prestige building it was essential to maintain the standard and considered that the completion of the scheme would give the premises greater flexibility of use than ever before and create a truly all— purpose hail.

it was regretted that the progress of this scheme would entail a delay in the work necessary to the Castle Hall and the Committee hoped that the latter works could be carried out in 1983/84.

P RECOMMENDED (1) That the works referred to above totalling £96,374 be carried out and the budget allocations ref erred to made available towards the cost of the works.

(2) That having regard to the need to use proprietary suppliers (to match existing materials) and selected specialists and suppliers, Standing Order No. 4.4 be suspended.

(3) That the estimated cost of the works, £96,374 be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee in respectof the required budget allowances.

(4) That for the purpose of Regulation 4 of the town and Country Planning General Regulations 1976 permission be sought for the extension of the office on the east side to accommodate a new office. (6643) (DTS)

BICYCLE MOTOCROSS (Minute 311/81)

311. The Director of Technical Services submitted the appended report on the urgent need to provide a site for bicycle motocross in the Rayleigh area with particular emphasis on the Witsun half—term holiday. Members agreed that the most suitable area in the Council's existing open spaces appeared to be at Grove Road, which could be sited away from residential areas so as not to cause nuisance.

Subject to the Director being satisfied with the proposed Leisure Services Committee

location the Committee agreed that the site should be used or cycle motocross on an experimental basis and a report made to the next Committee on its suitability for creating a permanent track and the cost thereof.

Members noted that there was no demand for similar facilities at Rochford as these already existed at the Bobbing.

Resolved (1) that the Director of Technical Services be authorised accordingly

(2) that a report as above be made to the next Meeting of this Committee. (23241) (DTS)

CAwsnwL AGENDA PI 12 ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL

LEISURE SERVICES C OMMITTEE 27th MAY, 1982

REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF TECHNICAL SERVICES

MILL HALL, RAYLEIGH — PROVISION OF STAGE, CONTROL ROOM, LIGHTING, ANCILLARY EQUIPMENT AND LIFT FOR THE DISABLED (MINUTE 29/82)

The above Minute recommended that a stage and lighting (to be termed Phase 1 works) be provided at the Mill Hall at an estimated cost of £20,000 and that the item of £60,000 remain in the capital programme for the provision of a lift for the disabled and that a report with estimates be submitted at a later date. These recommendations were based on a report submitted by Mr. E.L.H. Francis, MIllET, Mlnst., E., CGLI. that indicated the technical requirements of alterations to the Mill Hall to enable theatrical productions and music concerts to be staged therein.

Further discussions have taken place with Mr. Francis and quotations and guide prices obtained from specialists and are presented as follows

Budget Provision of Stage (Minimum Works) Price Provision of portable stage to full technical specification. 13,230 Lighting — 2 Spot Bars, appropriate lighting equipment and production £20,000 intercom. 10,237 23,467 Other Works (Phase 1) recomriended_ Mr. Francis New Control Room first floor, builders work. 9,030 Re—locate mains and all hall lighting controls. Provide follow spots, colour wheels, ancillary lighting and sound relay. 10,815 Consealed wiring in roof space (main hall) and work to suspended ceiling. 2,625 22,470

Other_Works Sound—proof screens (sliding) to sun lounge. 6,825 Sound deadening work (minimum). 2,362 Re—sealing main hall floor. 1,250 10,437

On—Going Total: £56,374 Provision of Lift for the Disabled £60,000 Provisional estimate of works. 40,000

£80,000 FINAL TOTAL: £96,374

The Council have a policy to provide a stage and improve lighting to the Mill Hall and this has been confirmed by the booking of the premises by the Rayleigh Operatic and Dramatic Society for a production of "Princess Ida" In October, 1982. The minimum works would obviously allow this booking to take place. The other works recommended by Mr. Francis, being the construction of a control room and re—location of the mains to the first floor, would provide facilities to enable the Hall to be used for a full range of stage productions (i.e. plays, —2—

musicals, operetta, orchestral concerts, etc.). The other items, with the exception of re—sealing the floor, (i.e. sound—proof screens, etc.) are not essential but would compliment the use of the Hall for stage productions.

The capital budget includes art item of £12,000 for improvement works to Castle Hall. This allows for works to the kitchen to provide a beer store, construction of a bar, additional storage, re—decoration and provision of new furniture, etc. It is felt that the provision of a bar to this building should be held over, in which case the budget could be re—allocated.

RECOMMENDED

(1) That the works referred to above totalling £96,374 be carried out and the budget allocdtions referred to be made available towards the cost of the works.

(2) That having regard to the need to use proprietary suppliers (to match existing materials) and selected specialists and suppliers, Standing Order No. 4.4 be suspended.

(3) That the estimated cost of the works, £96,374, be referred to the Finance and Personnel Committee in respect of the required budget allowances.

(4) That for the purpose of Regulation 4 of the Town and County Planning General Regulations, 1976 permission be sought1 for the extension of the store on the east side to accommodate a new office. (6643)

RAE/PH. 20th May, 1982.

000469 ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL LEISURE SERVICES COMMITTEE 27th MAYl982 REPORT OF THE DIRECTOR OF TECHNICAL SERVICES BICYCLE MOTOCROSS (MINUTE 3l8l)

In May of last year Members acknowledged the need to provide a suitable area and track for youngsters to take part in Bicycle Motorcross. Unfortunately, the initial and best site at Hambro Hill was considered inaccessible by the Police on safety grounds, although the eventual straightening of Hambrc Hill may present the opportunity to gain a safe and proper access and allow use of the site. Until then, there is a very real danger that the proliferation of unofficial tracks initially feared will arise and cause problems and inconvenience to many residents. Indeed, recent use of the Castle Road amenity area has resulted in the Police being called following complaints by residents. However, one cannot be too critical of the youngsters who have real feeling and enjoyment in their sport and have not, until now caused any real problems despite having to find their own sites and having been continually moved on. The situation will not improve. The purpose—built bikes cost over £100 and can be seen on every street and road and the impending half term holidays may present further difficulties.

A track costs approximately £2,000 to lay but has the advantage of being removable and the ground reinstated for other uses. Therefore, to ear—mark Hambro Hill as the eventual site is reasonable as long as temporary provision can be found.

The alternatives available appear to be :—

1. Allow the situation to continue with no designated area.

2. Use an area of one of our existing playing fields to satisfy immediate demand without actually providing a track. 3. Allow use of an informal open space area.

4. Examine our land ownership and possible future land acquisition to provide a site for the track. The problem is one very much affecting the Rayleigh area and the youngsters, if provided with a provision, would hopefully be responsible arid appreciative enough to value the facilities provided and keep the annoyance to any nearby residents to a minimum.

RECOMMENDED That a group of Members be appointed to identify possible sites and that youngsters be allowed to use a specified area in a Rayleigh playing field during next week. (23241)

RMcL/PH/23241. 27th May, 1082.