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OPEN SESSION: There was 1 member of the public present and 4 representatives for Linden Homes.

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE PLANNING, TOWN & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE Held on Friday 3rd November 2017 at 10.00am PRESENT: Cllr Christopher Treleaven (Chairman)

Cllr Tim Ward (Vice Chairman) Cllr Andrew Briers Cllr Philip Day Cllr Hilary Edge Cllr Jeremy Heron Cllr Gloria O’Reilly Cllr Tony Ring

Cllr Angela Wiseman IN ATTENDANCE: Jo Hurd, Deputy Town Clerk

Nicola Vodden, Meetings Administrator Charlotte Amos, Student Advisor (until 11am) Lucy Hewitt, Student Advisor (until 11am)

P/5445 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE The Deputy Town Clerk reported that apologies for absence had been received from Cllr Ford. P/5446 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST Cllr Ward declared a non-pecuniary interest in planning application 17/11346, as he knows the immediate neighbour. P/5447 MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING RESOLVED: That the Minutes of the Meeting held on 6th October 2017, having been circulated, be approved and signed as a correct record. P/5448 PLANNING APPLICATIONS Members were asked to consider planning applications and to note decisions made under delegated powers. With the agreement of Members, applications 17/11309 and 17/11346 were brought forward on the agenda for the benefit of those present.

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17/11309 Land at Crow Lane Phase 2 Cllr Heron declared a non-pecuniary interest as the planning consultant used by Linden Homes has been a client of his and he knows a number of its employees. The architect for Phase 2 residential scheme detailed the design of the site, which would be a low density housing development (15-20 houses per hectare) and follow the principle, design and building form of Phase 1. The intention was to provide continuity and be sympathetic to the rural character of Crow Lane and Crow Arch Lane and also the existing properties at a the centre of the site. He explained layout considerations, positioning of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom properties, with frontages onto Crow Lane and open spaces, back gardens on to back gardens of adjacent properties to the north, location of affordable housing through the site and the two and a half storey properties being positioned nearer the boundary with the employment/industrial site. He demonstrated the importance of open spaces to occupiers and the wider community and the desire to make these attractive areas for use by the public and to provide clear lines of vision when travelling through the site. Members had concerns with the positioning of the access to the southern part of the site, due to the hump back bridge and blind corner, on Crow Arch Lane, however the Highways Officer had not raised any concerns and this had been agreed at the outline stage. It was unclear why trees 12, 13 and 14 had been removed from the plans and this would be checked, but the character of the southern boundary and hedgerow would be retained as much as possible. Construction traffic would travel through the site and as for phase 1, Members wished to be consulted in respect of the construction management plan, to ensure minimum disruption. Cllr Ward commented that there were not enough 1 and 2 bed homes available on the open market and a discussion followed on affordability of housing. The small number of smaller properties in Phase 1, available on the open market, had been sold quickly and the other 'affordable' housing had been allocated to Radian, as the social housing provider, to manage the occupancy of these properties. The plans regarding landscaping would be worked on in liaison with the Planning Officer, but Members indicated the importance of green areas and appropriate species of trees and shrubs and wished to be consulted on this also. Mr Graham, a representative of 'A Better Ringwood Group' made representations in respect of the previous decision by the council to recommend refusal for Phase 1. He commented that the properties in Phase 1 were too cramped, close together and unattractive, resulting in an awkward looking environment and that the building form should be improved for Phase 2, rather than a continuation of this. He viewed the landscaping strategy as extremely poor and that comments from the public had not been taken into account regarding the evergreen, broadleaf species to be planted. He also commented on the quality of materials being used. Cllr Heron abstained from voting. The Committee recommended permission (1), but would accept the Planning Officer’s decision adding that, as for Phase 1, the Town Council wished to be consulted in respect of the construction management plan as there were concerns, in particular, about access to the southern section of the development of Crow Arch Lane. Members also wished to

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be consulted on the landscaping and planting strategy to ensure appropriate species are used and trees and shrubs are given sufficient space to thrive and mature. Charlotte Amos and Lucy Hewitt, Student Advisors left the meeting at 11am. 17/11358 Land at Crow Lane Phase 3 Linden Homes (LH) Planning Consultant presented the plans for the 6.4 acre employment site, which was included under the outline permission. The application includes a variety of different sized business units and a 60 bed care home, which from market advice, LH believes is likely to come forward, although LH will not be the developer. The units would be two-storey but generally higher than the residential site. The pitch of the roofs would be the lower and a greater level of screening was intended. No objection had been made by NFDC's Economic Development Officer nor Highways Officer, providing a condition was imposed in respect of cycle parking. Further information was required in respect of noise and air quality. Mr Graham indicated that residents from Hightown Gardens would be commenting in respect of the pitch heights of units being disproportionate to their properties and the inappropriate materials proposed. Cllr Heron abstained from voting. The Committee recommended permission (1), but would accept the Planning Officer’s decision adding that there was some concern about the bulk, scale and height of the units adjacent to residential properties on the northern boundary. It was felt that units J and H should be more sympathetic and proportionate to the bungalows and 2-storey dwellings in the area. Cllr Heron left the meeting at 11:30am. The remaining planning applications were dealt with in list order. 17/11260 - Cllr O’Reilly declared a non-pecuniary interest as she knows the applicant. 17/11346 - Cllr Ward declared a non-pecuniary interest as he knows the immediate neighbour. Cllr Day left the meeting briefly whilst the tree applications were being considered. RESOLVED: That the observations summarised in Annex A be submitted and the applications determined under delegated powers be noted. ACTION Nicola Vodden

P/5449 PROJECT OVERSIGHT AND PLANNING Members received updated versions of the project progress report and the new projects planner (Annex B).

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A3- The Deputy Town Clerk had invited three companies to quote for the footpath at Butlers Lane, in accordance with Hampshire County Council specifications. A2 - Cycle stands for locations in town. There was some discussion whether cycle racks for other locations in the town (besides the Market Place) would fall within the remit of the Town Centre Working Party and Cllr Wiseman would provide suggested locations. A4 - Two skips had been hired for the debris removed from Crow stream which had taken the cost over budget but this would be met by a draw down from provisions. B1 - Regarding lighting at Kings Arms Lane, residents had been written to asking for any objections to be submitted by 3rd November. None had been received. A2 and A3 - Mansfield Road hedge and signage at Fridays Cross It was understood that Ringwood Society would draw up detailed proposals. It was confirmed that the new project in respect of the path around the perimeter of memorial gardens, which had been proposed by the Recreation, Leisure and Open Spaces Committee, should remain under its control. RESOLVED: That the update in respect of projects be received. ACTION Chris Wilkins/ Jo Hurd

P/5450 NFDC DRAFT HOUSING STRATEGY 2018-23 Members considered the NFDC Draft Housing Strategy 2018-23 document (Annex C). There was a lengthy discussion on the definitions of affordability and that it was not clear as to which one the NFDC was using for the purpose of this review, 1) houses people can afford to buy/rent without subsidy or 2) housing provided with a public subsidy or that is publicly owned. It was hoped that the document referred to both. There was some concern how government legislation, such as Universal Credit, Local Housing Allowance cap and restrictions, Help to Buy scheme and Housing Association tenants having the ‘Right to Buy’, would impact on the ability to provide housing which can be afforded. Members agreed that the Council’s response to the review should include the following two points:- 1. Open Market Dwellings for Starter Homes and Small Families There is an insufficient number of properties available on the open market that are suitable for starter homes and for small families. Consideration should be given to adopting a policy to require a greater percentage of 1- and 2-bed dwellings on new sites to be available on the open market. The Linden Homes development in Ringwood, currently under construction off Crow Lane, is given as an example:

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On Phase 1, of 65 dwellings there are 6 x 1-bed properties and 18 x 2-bed. However, only 3 of these 24 properties are available on the open market and, we’re given to understand, sold very quickly, despite not yet having been built. On Phase 2, of 113 dwellings, there are 10 x 1-bed properties proposed, and 41 x 2-bed. Only 8 of these 51 properties are proposed to be available for sale on the open market. 2. Local need versus national demand It is clear from the 2014 Strategic Housing Needs Survey that the large increase in housing need over the next 20 years is due to over 65s migrating to the area. This is referred to as ‘local need’, but it isn’t; it is demand from elsewhere. This migration artificially inflates prices, with local people being priced out of the market. Consideration needs to be given to how this can be addressed, perhaps with the market being “rigged” in some way for the benefit of local people and to enable the town’s young people and young families to continue to live in the town, rather than being forced to move elsewhere. RESOLVED: That a response to the NFDC’s Draft Housing Strategy 2018-23 review be submitted, as detailed above. ACTION Jo Hurd

P/5451 A31 IMPROVEMENT SCHEME The Deputy Town Clerk presented the notes of the meeting with Highways England on 19 October 2017 (Annex D). Due to the recent countrywide review of Highways England’s schemes, the expected start date for the A31 Improvement Scheme had been put back to March 2021. Highways England will be asked to liaise with Dorset County Council in relation to timing of this scheme and the planned Blackwater Junction works. She reported that she was awaiting confirmation of the announcement date for the preferred route and detailed Stage 3 of the project, which is concerned with the preliminary design of the scheme. The activities of stage 3 are aimed at having a design in place that can be taken through the statutory processes. The key activities and indicative milestones within stage 3 are as follows:- Activity Milestone Early design workshop with statutory environmental bodies

31 Jan 2018

Carry out surveys (such as topographical, geotechnical, environmental)

31 Jan 2018

Public Information Event Feb/Mar 2018 Complete and freeze the preliminary design of the preferred route (including turning circle etc.

31 Mar 2018

Prepare orders (Planning Act 2008 or Highways Act 1980)

30 Jun 2018

Complete the environmental assessment and prepare the environmental statement

30 June 2018

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RESOLVED: That the notes of the meeting with Highways England on 19th October 2017 be received. ACTION Jo Hurd

P/5452 PREMISES LICENCE APPLICATION Members considered an application for premises licence from Premier Inn (Annex E), at Forest Gate Business Park, Wellworthy Way, Ringwood (Ref:- LICPR/17/06261). The conditions offered were standard and no objection was raised to the application, which was deemed low risk, with regard to the licensing considerations. RESOLVED: That the premises licence application be noted and no objection be raised. ACTION Jo Hurd

There being no further business, the Chairman closed the meeting at 12.45pm. RECEIVED APPROVED 29th November 2017 1st December 2017 TOWN MAYOR COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN Note: The text in the Action Boxes above does not form part of these minutes.

Ringwood Town Council - Planning Observations - NFDCAnnex A to Planning, Town Environment Committee Minutes 3rd November 2017

Number Site Address Proposal Observation Comments

17/11065 51 Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood. BH24 1PT

One & two-storey rear extensions; two-storey side extension; front porch

Refusal (2) The Committee did not feel that any of the previous concerns had been addressed and remained of the view that the proposal was bulky, overbearing and out of keeping in the area. The front porch was bulky and forward of the building line and it compromised the current parking arrangements, reducing the space available.

17/11255 31, Addison Square, Ringwood. BH24 1NY

Variation of condition 2 of Planning Permission 16/11528 to allow amended plan numbers 5591-PL-001 Rev B, 5591-PL-002 Rev B, 5591-PL-200 Rev A, 5591-PL-201 Rev A, 5591-PL-202 Rev A, 5591-PL-203 Rev A, 5591-PL-210 to alter roof on the front elevation; alter doors and windows

Permission (1)

17/11260 Site of Old Forge, Linford Road, Old Forge Close, Poulner, Ringwood.

Create 1 second floor flat; roof alterations; rooflights; windows; cabrio balconies; 1 additional parking space

Refusal (2) The Committee was concerned that there was insufficient parking provision and this would impact on the surrounding area.

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1 - Recommend Permission, but would accept officer's decision 2 - Recommend Refusal but would accept officer's decision 3 - Recommend Permission 4 - Recommend Refusal 5 - Will accept officer's decision


17/11309 Land at Crow Arch Lane and Crow Lane, Crow, Ringwood. BH24 3DZ

Phase 2: development of 113 dwellings comprised: 34 detached houses; 13 pairs semi detached houses; 3 drive through, carport & flat over; 1 terrace of 5 houses; 5 terraces of 3 houses; 1 terrace of 4 houses; 1 block of 9 flats; 1 block of 7 flats; 2 link detached houses; garages; parking; access; open space; cycle path (Details of appearance, landscaping, layout & scale. Development granted by outline permission 13/11450)

Permission (1) As for Phase 1, the Town Council wished to be consulted in respect of the construction management plan as there were concerns, in particular, about access to the southern section of the development of Crow Arch Lane. Members also wished to be consulted on the landscaping and planting strategy to ensure appropriate species are used and trees and shrubs are given sufficient space to thrive and mature.

17/11329 Unit 27, Hightown Industrial Estate, Ringwood. BH24 1ND

Use as gym (Use Class D2); parking alterations; lay astroturf

Refusal (2) The Committee supported the Highways Officer, in that further information was required on the internal layout, to determine whether there was adequate parking provision, in accordance with the parking standards.




17/11346 55, Northfield Road, Ringwood. BH24 1LT

Raise ridge height; roof alterations; front and rear extensions; rear juliet balcony; rooflights

Refusal (2) Members felt that this proposal appeared too stark and visually imposing in the street scene, with its excessively long ridge of 17.7 metres. This would also result in a loss of light to No 53. There would be no objection to the creation of a first floor to the property, should the proposal be more sympathetic to the surrounding properties and referred to No 57, as an example.

17/11358 Land at Crow Arch Lane and Crow Lane, Crow, Ringwood. BH24 3DZ

Phase 3; Development comprised care home (Use Class C2); 31 flexible use industrial units (Use Class B1 & B2) associated parking; landscaping; internal access arrangments & ancillary infrastructure (details of appearance landscaping, layout and scale. Development granted by outline permission 13/11450)

Permission (1) There was some concern about the bulk, scale and height of the units adjacent to residential properties on the northern boundary. It was felt that units J and H should be more sympathetic and proportionate to the bungalows and 2-storey dwellings in the area.

17/11364 20, Parsonage Barn Lane, Ringwood. BH24 1PX

FOR INFORMATION ONLY: New access; block up existing access; 2 metre high boundary fencing;hard standing (Lawful Development Certificate that permission is notrequired for proposal)




17/11410 Land of 177 Christchurch Road, Ringwood. BH24 3AN

Detached house; parking; landscaping; cycle store

Permission (1)

17/11419 76, Northfield Road, Ringwood. BH24 1ST

Two-storey side extension; Single-storey rear extension; roof lights; flue; hard standing;

Permission (1)

17/11443 23, Bickerley Road, Ringwood. BH24 1EF

One & two-storey rear extensions

Permission (1)



Ringwood Town Council - Planning Observations - NFNPAAnnex A to Planning, Town Environment Committee Minutes 3rd November 2017


17/00812 Wychcombe Cottage, Hangersley Hill, Hangersley, Ringwood. BH24 3JR

Replacement outbuilding; new entrance gates; demolition of existing outbuilding

Permission (1)

17/00865 Providence, Crow Hill, Crow, Ringwood. BH24 3DH

Application to remove Condition 7 of Planning Permission RFR/15837 to remove agriculturaloccupancy condition

Permission (1)

CONS/17/0941 Grove House, 61 Southampton Road, Ringwood. BH24 1HE

Fell 1 x Birch treePrune 1 x Lime treePrune 1 x False Acacia tree

Permission (1)

CONS/17/0964 Forest Edge, Hangersley Hill, Hangersley, Ringwood. BH24 3JS

Fell 1 x Thuja treeFell 1 x Cherry treePrune 1 x Monterey Pine tree

Refusal (2) The Committee raised no objection to pruning of the Monterey Pine, however there was no justification given in the application for the felling of the Cherry and Thuja trees.

CONS/17/0965 78 Southampton Road, Ringwood. BH24 1JD

Prune 1 x Apple tree Permission (1)

CONS/17/0973 29, College Road, Ringwood. BH24 1NU

Prune 1 x Silver Birch tree Permission (1)

TPO/17/0948 Autumn Cottage, Gorley Road, Ringwood. BH24 1TJ

Prune 1 x Oak tree Permission (1)



2017-18 Project progress report – Planning, Town & Environment Committee

Updated: 26th October 2017 Item No.

Name Recent developments Resource use Finish in 2017-18?

Notes Finance

Staff time Budget Spent to date

Predicted out-turn

Projects with budgetary implications (bids included in 2017-18 budget)

A1 Traffic Assessment Quotation of £2,950 accepted for traffic assessment

£7,000 £0 £2,950 Moderate Probable Local Plan Review pre-submission consultation due early 2018

A2 Cycle Stands Included in plans for Market Place improvements

£500 £0 £0 Minimal Unlikely Awaiting choice/availability of site

A3 Butler’s Lane Footpath Link

Not yet started Cllr Thierry to query responsibility for funding with HCC (Minute F/5492 P&F 18.10.17 refers)

£4,000 £0 £4,000 Moderate Probable HCC has advised that RTC can commission works subject to contractor compliance with HCC standards & procedures

A4 Crow Stream clearance Annual flail and clearance complete Additional requirement for 2 x skips to dispose of debris (cost £410) Cost of materials to repair Rod Lane Relief Drain sluice £154.88

£1,000 £608 £1,172.88 Moderate Probable

Projects with budgetary implications (not included in 2017-18 budget but added since)

B1 Street-lighting in Kings Arms Lane

P&F agreed use of CIL funds (Minute F/5497 18.10.17 refers) Consultation with neighbouring residents in progress

£0 £850 Moderate Possible Still to follow up adoption of lamp by HCC/NFDC to ensure future maintenance and running costs are covered

Projects with no budgetary implications

C1 Pedestrian Crossing Christchurch Road

Included in HCC programme of works

Minimal Possible Pressure to be maintained for additional crossings further south

C2 A31 improvement scheme

Mitigation works business case in preparation

Significant Unlikely Might involve use of developer contributions in addition to contributions from Highways England

C3 Review of developer contributions

Now have overview of transport contributions held by NFDC (allocated and unallocated)

Significant Probable Decision-making process for use of CIL receipts agreed by P&F 18.10.17 (F/5496 refers)

New projects planner – Planning, Town & Environment Committee

Updated: 25th October 2017

Item No.

Name Brief description & notes (define scope and quality requirements)

Resource requirements Priority (specify target completion date)

Finance Time and attention RTC recurring cost

RTC non-recurring cost

Other source

Members Staff Others

Projects with budgetary implications (for possible inclusion as bids in 2018-19 budget)

A1 Neighbourhood Plan Undertake a cost-benefit analysis of preparing a Plan with independent expert advice

£0 £3,000 £0 Moderate Moderate Minimal End Sep. 2018 (?)

A2 Mansfield road hedge To plant a beech hedge to mask the BT site £0 £1,160 £0 Minimal Significant Moderate ?

A3 Sign painting at Fridays Cross

To restore a painted sign on the façade of 5/7 Christchurch Road

£0 £900+ £0 Minimal Minimal Moderate ?

Projects with budgetary implications (for possible inclusion as bids in later budgets)

B1 Lynes Lane re-paving Remove street features and re-pave £0 £? £? Moderate Significant Significant ?

B2 Additional street light in Gorley Road

In the event that this is not funded by HCC, to provide one additional street lighting column between Butlers Lane and Parkers Close

£? £3,000+ estimate

HCC Minimal Moderate Moderate ?

Projects with no budgetary implications

C1 Moortown drainage improvements

Drainage improvement works to be funded by Hampshire County Council

Moderate Moderate Moderate Completion expected by end of 2017

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REPORT TO PLANNING, TOWN & ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE 3 NOVEMBER 2017 NEW FOREST DISTRICT COUNCIL DRAFT HOUSING STRATEGY 2018-2023 1. New Forest District Council has invited views on its Draft Housing Strategy, which seeks

to proactively address all types of housing need within the whole district, including the National Park, for the five years from 2018 to 2023. It aims to ensure appropriate housing is accessible to the whole of the community, and will help shape housing policies within the emerging Local Plans for the district.

2. The Housing Strategy acknowledges the shortfall in the district of homes which are genuinely affordable, and identifies a range of ways in which the council will enhance the housing options available and the supply of affordable housing for the benefit of local people. It also aims to ensure the best use of homes owned by the council and address the challenges the council’s housing service faces as a result of recent welfare reforms.

3. The Draft Housing Strategy can be viewed here:

https://democracy.newforest.gov.uk/documents/s6893/Appendix%201.pdf. A copy of the Action Delivery Plan, which sets out how the Strategy will be implemented, is attached for information (Appendix 1).

4. On request, the deadline for comments has been extended from 27 October to 3

November (the day of this meeting). It is expected that the District Council’s Cabinet will agree the final Housing Strategy at its meeting on 6 December.

5. It is RECOMMENDED that Members consider the aims of the Draft Housing Strategy

and respond to the consultation with any comments that might arise at the meeting.

For further information, please contact: Mrs Jo Hurd Deputy Town Clerk Tel: 01425 484721 Email: [email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

1 Housing Strategy delivery action plan v9

(Appendix 1) Housing Strategy 2018-2023 Action Delivery Plan

Theme 1: Maximise delivery of affordable housing through a range of options to meet local housing needs Our priorities Actions – what we will do Resource/Partners Target for

completion 1. Contribute to diversifying the housing

stock and meeting housing needs by achieving the right tenure, size and mix of affordable housing on new developments

Develop robust and deliverable affordable housing policies through the District and National Park Authority Local Plan 2016-2036

Housing Development & Strategy/Planning Policy/Developers/ Registered Providers

Ongoing

Develop a viability assessment process through the Local Plan review which enables delivery of affordable housing policies

Housing Development & Strategy/Planning Policy

April 2018

Work with Registered Providers to ensure homes are affordable by monitoring affordable rents

Housing Development & Strategy/Registered Providers

Ongoing

Work with Housing Options team on income data to ensure future homes are affordable

Housing Development & Strategy/Housing Options

Aug 2018

Carry out a Homesearch and resident survey on what tenure options they would like to see


Sept 2018

Develop information and options for those unable to access Homesearch properties


Sept 2018 and ongoing

2. Maximise the provision of new affordable homes within the district

Through the Local Plan secure affordable housing provision on housing sites of more than ten dwellings outside of the National Park


2036

Support the National Park planning policies in achieving affordable housing requirements on housing sites within the National Park


2036


Work in partnership with developers, land owners and Registered Providers to deliver quality affordable homes and cohesive vibrant communities


2023

Work in partnership with Homes & Communities Agency and Dept. for Communities & Local Govt. to secure grants and funding

Housing Development & Strategy/Registered Providers/HCA

2023

3. Build and acquire new council housing and maximise opportunities on council owned land

Complete housing development schemes on Council owned land at Compton & Sarum and Stocklands

Housing Development & Strategy/Estates & Valuations

March 2023

Carry out feasibility on Council owned sites to secure a programme of new build schemes Acquire council housing stock through ‘buy-back’ when properties become available on the open market to meet specific needs in the order of 15 per year

4. Investigate and support provision of alternative tenure options such as starter homes, self-build and community led housing

Allocate 50% of Community Housing Funds for community led housing initiative feasibility work

Housing Development & Strategy/planning policy

April 2023

Facilitate delivery of 3 community led housing projects

Housing Development & Strategy

April 2023

Develop information, resources and training for community led housing options


April 2018

Develop a self-build delivery planning policy Housing Development & Strategy/planning policy

Sept 2018

Work in partnership with providers and lenders to develop starter homes provision

Housing Development & Strategy/planning policy

Ongoing

5. Provide a range of good quality affordable housing options for older people and ageing population

Work in partnership with specialist providers to secure affordable housing provision


Ongoing


Theme 2: Address the housing needs of vulnerable and homeless people Our priorities Actions – what we will do Resource/Partners Target for

completion 1. Make provision for the Homelessness

Reduction Act and improve services in preparation

Review the impact on current service provision and implement associated findings including updating policies and procedures

Housing Options Team/Local Govt. Assoc.

April 2018

Improve and increase homelessness prevention support and advice

Housing options team April 2018

Review and update homelessness policy Housing options team April 2018

Review fixed term tenancy process and procedures

Housing options team May 2018

2. Reduce dependence on bed & breakfast accommodation and investigate alternative temporary accommodation provision

Assess current hostel provision and investigate alternatives


May 2018

Investigate options of purchasing and remodelling properties for temporary accommodation


Aug 2018

3. Support residents with the impact of Welfare Reform and implications of Universal Credit

Assess the impact on residents and our services

Housing Options/Rents/ Housing Benefit

Ongoing

4. Support initiatives to address worklessness, improve skills base and maximise employment opportunities

Partnership working with other housing services, stakeholders and economic development

housing options/stakeholders/housing development & strategy/economic development

Ongoing

5. Promote independence and support the creation of accessible homes for people with disabilities or support needs

Work in partnership with other housing services and stakeholders to deliver homes that meet specific needs

Housing allocations/housing options/Registered Providers/OT

Ongoing

Investigate the need to deliver a percentage of homes that are accessible and adaptable and suitable for wheelchair access

6. Address the needs of gypsies, travellers and travelling show people

Develop Local Plan policies

Housing Development & Strategy/Planning

April 2018


Theme 3: Partnership working to address the housing needs of New Forest residents Our priorities Actions – what we will do Resource/Partners Target for

completion 1. Work in partnership with developers, land

owners and registered providers to inform and support affordable housing delivery

Support Registered Providers in bidding for Homes & Communities Agency grant and investigate other funding opportunities


2023

Establish a Registered Provider forum and hold a minimum of 3 meetings per year


Dec 2017

Attend and input into strategic groups which impact on the District boundary: Partnership for Urban South Hampshire (PUSH), Strategic Housing Officer Group (SHOG), Hampshire Alliance for Rural Affordable Housing (HARAH)


Ongoing

2. Maintain and improve the Council’s own housing stock

Complete 8 re-modelling schemes of former older persons accommodation

Housing Asset Management Team

2019

Continue major works programme on Council stock to maintain Decent Homes standard


2019

Continue to upgrade work on communal lounges and associated areas


2023

Fully implement new financial assistance policy for Disabled Facilities Grants/loans and repair grants

Housing Grants & Improvement team

Jan 2018

Review Houses of Multiple Occupation licencing requirements and prepare new policy

Housing Grants & Improvement team

April 2018

Maintain the Private Sector Leasing Scheme at minimum 100 homes

Housing Asset Management Team/Housing Options

Ongoing

3. Deliver rural exception sites to meet the needs of rural communities

Work in partnership with local communities, parish councils and Hampshire Alliance for

Housing Development & Strategy/HARAH/

Ongoing


Rural Affordable Housing (HARAH) and Hampshire Village Homes to deliver affordable housing schemes on rural exception sites

Registered Providers

Investigate viability and affordability of rural housing delivery and develop protocols for future delivery on rural exception sites

Housing Development & Strategy/HARAH/ NPA

4. Consider opportunities for the efficient use of existing housing stock

Investigate under-occupation and options/incentives for residents to down-size in council housing stock and new developments

Housing Development & Strategy/Allocations

Sept 2018

Investigate empty homes opportunities, develop a procedure and maximise opportunities to use as temporary housing

Housing Development/ Housing Grants & Improvements

Sept 2018

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A31 Improvement Scheme Notes of Meeting held on 19 October 2017 Present: Neil Andrew Senior Project Manager, Highways England Jens Reinke Project Manager, Highways England Lynn Robinson Assistant Project Manager, Highways England Mehdi Zegmou Jacobs Marius Le Roux Jacobs Gabrielle Elia Jacobs

Graham Wright HCC Dean Brunton NFDC Jo Hurd RTC Councillors Heron, Thierry, Treleaven and Ward

Consultation Overview MZ reported that there had been 448 respondents to the consultation; there was overwhelming support for the scheme, although concerns were raised about the petrol station remaining open and the closure of West Street. The Town Council had supported the scheme, with the caveat that emergency access be maintained from West Street, and recommending that there be no direct access to the petrol station from the A31. It was noted that these issues would be addressed during the next stage of the project, which would look at the actual design of the scheme. Discussions had taken place with the emergency services (fire and ambulance), who despite having initial concerns were now generally supportive of the scheme and were not demanding emergency access be maintained from West Street to the A31. However, the bus company had objected to the scheme and this remained a key challenge for Highways England to overcome. NA said that there were issues with operating and maintaining lockable barriers/bollards and, as there was no immediate requirement for this, Highways England was not proactively looking at this as an option. However, during the next stage of the project they would be looking at operational plans, which would include assessing the impact of incidents, such as an accident on the A31preventing access from the main Ringwood junction (as had happened earlier in the year) and how these would be dealt with. This would be discussed with all relevant agencies. HCC acknowledged that the scheme would generate additional traffic on some of the town’s internal roads, and particularly at the main roundabout. However, they were satisfied that the network had capacity and the impact could be reasonably accommodated with some junction improvements. Preferred Route Announcement (PRA) The PRA had been due to be announced on 20 October, but had been delayed, potentially until early November, subject to DfT approval. The reason for the delay was due to another announcement the same day following a review of the programme for delivery of the government's Road Investment Strategy, which had looked at reducing the impact of roadworks on motorists and minimising congestion while improvements take place. This review had resulted in several of the schemes being delayed, one of which was the A31 scheme, which could be delayed by between 9 and 12 months. However, it was important to note that there was no impact on HE’s commitment to promote the Ringwood scheme and work on the scheme would continue as planned.

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It was agreed that information should be provided to RTC prior to the PRA, in order that Members could be briefed prior to the public announcement. Scheme Design and Construction It was noted that HE had taken the decision to use the opportunity to replace the westbound bridges with new structures. In order to do this, a reprioritisation of funding from elsewhere in the programme had been agreed. The design and delivery would be worked up as part of the scheme, and in conjunction with the Environment Agency to minimise the impact on the river flow and the wildlife within. It was hoped that this would not extend the construction period, and noted that HE’s priority was to keep traffic moving. It was not yet known whether West Street would remain open during construction; this would be considered as part of the Construction Management Plan, the detail of which would be looked at in the next phase. This would also look at timescales for delivery, and it was hoped that the suggested 18 month period could be reduced. The next phase (HE Stage 3) would include preliminary design, construction planning, environmental impact assessment, and statutory undertakings. It was agreed that NA would provide an outline of key tasks to be undertaken during this stage. Town Centre Improvements NA wished to work with HCC, NFDC and RTC to bid for HE designated funds in order to carry out some town centre improvements prior to the delivery of the scheme. This required a project group, with representatives from all agencies, to work up a joint strategy of what could potentially be delivered, and when. HE will lead on organisation of this meeting.

Governance and RegulationExecutive Head: Grainne O'Rourke

newforest.gov.ukAppletree Court, Beaulieu Road, Lyndhurst, SO43 7PA

Mr T SimpsonRingwood Town CouncilRingwood GatewayThe FurlongRingwoodHampshireBH24 1AT

Our Ref: LICPR/17/06261Your Ref:

17 October 2017

Dear Mr Simpson

Licensing Act 2003 - Grant of Premises Licence (S17)Premises: PREMIER INN Forest Gate Business Park, WELLWORTHY WAY, RINGWOOD, BH243FERef: LICPR/17/06261

This letter is sent to you for information as an organisation representing the local area to advise thatthe above application has been received by the Licensing Authority.Details of the application are shown below and these details should also be displayed on the premises.Full details of the application can be viewed at the Council Offices, Appletree Court, Beaulieu Road,Lyndhurst, Hampshire SO43 7PA

The details of the application for a premises licence are as follows:

To permit Films, indoors, Monday to Sunday, 10:00hrs to 00:30hrs. Late Night Refreshment, indoors,Monday to Sunday, 23:00hrs to 00:30hrs. Sale of alcohol, Monday to Sunday, on and off the premises,10:00hrs to 00:30hrs. Hours the premises will be open, Monday to Sunday, 06:00hrs to 01:00hrs.

I would remind you that when considering making a representation, or advising constituents who mightwish to make a representation, the Licensing Authority may only consider representations whichinfringe or violate one or more of the four licensing objectives, which are:

Prevention of crime and disorder,Public safety,Prevention of public nuisance,Protection of children from harm.

The timescale for representations is laid down in regulations attached to the Act and may only bechanged by Parliament. Therefore the final date for representations is 13 November 2017.

Yours sincerely

Christa Ferguson

Licensing Manager Tel: 023 8028 5505Licensing Services Email: [email protected]

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