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A Meeting of Stoke Gabriel Parish Council was held on
Monday 25th February 2008 at 7.00 pm in the Village Hall
4 members of the public were present
Present: Mr R Tully (Chairman), Mrs C Hunt, Miss E Bridge, Miss P Ellis, Mrs J Lowe, Mr J Robinson, Mr B Tarr
1 Apologies –Mr I Jones and Dr R Johnson
2 Police Report – PC Marcel Pearse attended the meeting and reported that there were two crimes in January. The theft of an outboard motor occurred sometime between 22/12/07 and 2/01/08. The police had no serial number so it could not be circulated on the police national computer stolen property list. PC Pearse urged that all property should be marked and at the very least have any identifying features such as serial numbers recorded by the owner. The police will offer advice and are able to provide basic equipment for marking property. An attempted burglary was made at Stoke Gabriel Village Stores between 9.20pm and 9.40pm on 3/01/08. Nothing was stolen and access to the store was unsuccessful.
3 To confirm the minutes of the last meeting on 28th January 2008
Taken as read and signed by the Chairman,
4 Matters arising from the Minutes - None
5 Chairman’s Report- The Chairman advised the meeting that he had received a letter from Mr K. Baud of the Round House, Byter Mill. Mr Baud was asked to respond to his letter and advised the meeting that he intended to dig an environmental ‘scrape’ on his land to provide a waterfowl and wetland habitat. As no formal planning consent is required this was for information only and the Chairman thanked Mr Baud for his efforts. The Chairman advised that there is not a sign before Port Bridge from Four Cross direction advising of the weight restriction. It was agreed to write to the Area Engineer of Devon County Council
6 Reports from County & District Councillors
District Cllr Rowe reiterated her concern over the changes to the local district boundaries which will include South Hams and Torbay. There is concern that South Hams would not exist and our Parish would either become part of Torbay or Plymouth. She urged members of the public to write opposing any changes and asked that the contact details be put on the notice boards as a separate notice. It was agreed that the question of boundary change would be included on the agenda for the March Council meeting when the public would have the opportunity to raise questions. Cllr Rowe gave Cllr Penington’s apologies and reported that he had not had a reply to his letter concerning the parking of lorries loading and unloading outside the Pottery. Cllr Robinson advised that he had sent photographs to SHDC planning department
7 Planning
To receive a report from the Planning Committee on decisions made on applications received.
52/0107/08/F Meadow Brook Cottage, Port Bridge - Extension to property No Objection
However would request that site traffic is kept off road and that the road is kept clear of debris and mud
52/0115/08/F Yarde, Paignton Road - Formation of swimming pool No Objection
52/0016/08/LB Yarde, Paignton Road – Listed building consent for above No Objection
52/0122/08/F Danebury, Byter Mill Lane – replacement front porch and flue No Objection
52/0133/08/F Tamberley, Duncannon Lane – single storey side extension and first floor extension over garage
Objection – over development and impact upon neighbours
52/0130/08/F 1 Barn Park – Erection of summerhouse No Objection
52/2680/07/F 7 Clay Park Terrace - Replacement of existing decking with lower deck and balustrade
Objection – unacceptable loss of privacy to and overlooking neighbouring property and unacceptable detriment to amenities of the occupiers of the neighbouring property. The privacy screen would be domineering and overbearing to the neighbouring occupiers
52/0067/08/F 7 Clay Park Terrace – construction of glazed roof Objection as above
52/0099/08/F Waddeton Court – Derelict Barn conversion into living accommodation No objection
52/1000/08/LB Waddeton Court – Listed building consent for above No objection
52/0073/08/F Yvan Tide, The Barnhay – extension and alterations to dwelling Objection Impact on the Conservation Area
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Planning Applications Granted by SHDC
Splatt Lodge – Erection of rear conservatory and patio extension
Stoke Gabriel Cottage, The Barnhay – Erection of car port
The DHNA – Repair of sluice gate on Mill
Fairways, Vicarage Road – Alterations & extension to dwelling
Planning Applications refused by SHDC
Crosse House, Mill Hill – Construction of rooms in roof
7 Clay Park Terrace – replacement of existing decking with lower deck
Applications Withdrawn
The White House, Paignton Road – internal alterations and new porch canopy
The Buntings, Duncannon Mead – extension to dwelling
Yvan Tide, The Barnhay – extension & alterations to dwelling
8 Items raised on behalf of the Clerk
It was agreed to delay the donation to the PCC until a report is received.
Cllr Robinson advised that a letter had been written to the Planning inspectorate in support of the decision to refuse planning permission for the development at Stone Croft, Hillfield.
Also a letter had been written to SHDC expressing the concerns of the council to the development at Four Cross, Paignton Road.
Advice from the Audit Commission had been received concerning the audit of the Councils books of account. The cost of this will be £ 135.00 each year.
A letter from SHDC concerning an Executive Forward Plan has been received and will be made available for public viewing if required.
Following on from Cllr Rowe’s report Cllr Robinson referred to a letter received from Devon County Council concerning their Listening Events regarding the proposed boundary changes. It was agreed that this letter would be posted on the Council notice board.
9 Parish Plan – A report was read advising that the response rate to the Questionnaire was 52%. The results are now being analysed at County Hall. There will be an open event in mid April when the results can be aired.
10 Yalberton Valley Action Group – no report received.
11 Hoyle Copse – In his absence a report from Cllr Ian Jones advised that a report on the orchard had been submitted and thanks were due to Ted Cole and John Cox for the excellent work they have done in recording the apple tree species. Contact has been made with South Devon Coastal Local Action Group and they have confirmed the Council’s support for their bid for the New Rural Funding Opportunity. Brambles have been cleared at the Copse and the contractor has cleared tress from below the overhead line.
12 Affordable Homes – Cllr Bridge advised that this was positive for the village although she was concerned about support. It was agreed to write to Neil Reading outlining the requirements. Cllr Rowe advised that a site had not been confirmed and no plans have been submitted and although Stoke Gabriel was on the list the time scale was lengthy.
13 Highway and Hedgerow Matters – It was agreed to renew the grass cutting contract to commence at Easter and monthly thereafter.
Cllr Ellis raised the question of the trees at Barn Park. Cllr Tarr raised the question of yellow lines and it was agreed to write to Brian George of Devon County.
Cllr Rowe raised the matter of white marks that had been painted on various lanes in the Parish. These were now being erased and this should be pointed out to Devon County. This point would be included in the letter to Mr George.
Cllr Tarr advised that there had been a spate of dog fouling in the orchard. It would appear that two dogs are allowed to roam from the Barnhay and a letter would be written to the owner and the local dog warden.
Cllr Tarr also advised that he had received a letter concerning the riding of motor bikes along the footpath leading from the Barnhay to Church Walk. The police have been advised.
Cllr Robinson advised that Devon County had agreed to erect two signs in the turning head at Portbridge. Two weeks should be allowed for this work to be carried out.
14 Additional Burial Site - Cllr Ellis raised the question of a new burial site. She advised that it was the responsibility of the Council to ensure that there was sufficient space. If this was the case the Parish Council should have a say over burial charges and those who could be buried in the grave yard. It was agreed to wait until the PCC wrote to the Council requesting further action to be taken.
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15 Matters raised by Councillors – Cllr Tarr advised that the University of Plymouth had embarked on a major research programme to identify the competencies to implement and sustain the role and functions of Parish Councils. Questionnaires will be sent to all Parish Councillors during February 2008.
The Chairman advised that the Village had a ‘major emergency’ plan in place and Cllr Bridge was the co-ordinator based at the school. Cllr Tarr would look out the plan for discussion at the next meeting.
Cllr Bridge raised the question of play ground safety and advised that the equipment had passed an inspection. The certificate would be made available for the next meeting.
15) Accounts
To agree the following payments:
It was proposed by Cllr Tarr and seconded by Cllr Hunt to make these payments:
Stoke Gabriel in Bloom – Donation £ 250.00
R I Jones - Expenses £ 70.23
Regarding the SLCC membership Cllr Robinson advised that he had been in contact with their office to advise them of the Clerk’s position. The SLCC advised that it was not the Council who joins and it is up to the Clerk to decide if they wish to become a member. It was agreed to leave this until a new Clerk has been appointed.
Cllr Robinson advised the meeting that £ 55.68 was held in the deposit account and after all cheques had been cleared the balance in the current would be £ 2463.95.
The Chairman thanked Cllr Robinson for taking the minutes and carrying out the Clerk’s duties in the interim period.
There being no other business the meeting closed at 8.45pm
Next Meeting: Monday 31st March 2008 at 7pm in the Village Hall
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