MINUTES of the meeting of St.Minver Highlands Parish Council held at the Perceval Institute, St.Minver on Tuesday 13 th September 2011

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1 1044 MINUTES of the meeting of St.Minver Highlands Parish Council held at the Perceval Institute, St.Minver on Tuesday 13 th September 2011 PRESENT: Councillors B Bartlett, R.R. Harris (Chair), B.E. Lane, R.J. Lane, J. Mably, G.B.H. Owen, M.S. Parnell, Mrs J. M. Shepherd, Cllr T.A. Wills PUBLIC: 7 Members of the Public: Mrs Carrie Crutcher, Mrs Jayne Forster, Mrs Diana Millington, Sgt Rob Moorcroft, Mrs Hilary Mulley, Mr Peter Mulley, Mrs Heather Pontifax IN ATTENDANCE: Mrs. H. Hyland (Clerk) The Chairman advised of evacuation routes in case of an emergency. There were no hazards to note. 142/2011 APOLOGIES To receive and approve apologies for absence. Cllr F.B. Bickham Cllr B. Gisbourne (Cornwall Council & St Minver Lowlands Parish Council) PC M Taylor 143/2011 DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST To receive declarations of interest: a)in respect of items on this agenda Cllr J Mably item 151/2011b Personal interest the proposed turbine will be on a neighbouring property b)gifts and hospitality received with a value in excess of 25: None c)members were reminded to update their Register of Interests, where appropriate. 144/2011 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION a)mrs D Millington is concerned about large developments. Tregeare (PA11/05805) and Linden Lea (PA11/06472) are part of the current trend for bulldozing existing properties and replacing them with large properties. Linden Lea is increasing the footprint and general mass of the building. Similarly, Tregeare is increasing in size. Mrs Millington also felt the designs flout the style of surrounding properties. b)mrs Forster echoed what Mrs Millington had observed and added that Tregeare (PA11/05805) was askew of the neighbouring buildings line and felt the design was out of character. c)mrs Pontifax resides at the rear of Linden Lea (PA11/06472) and has concerns with regard to the state of the trees on her property. She is particularly concerned about the privacy aspect, with regard to the proposed balcony at the back of the property as this will overlook the whole of her garden, including the swimming pool. There will also be a change in style to the other buildings.

2 1045 d)mrs Crutcher commented that the existing size of Linden Lea is 2900 sq ft and the proposed development (PA11/06472) will be increasing to over 6000 sq ft. Mrs Crutcher enquired whether the owner could apply for change of use to, say, an hotel. She was concerned that larger houses seem to attract partygoers in the area. 145/2011 MINUTES of the meetings held on the 9 th August 2011 and 12 th August 2011 were confirmed correct and signed by the Chairman. 146/2011 MATTERS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES a)vehicle parking, along the front, at New Polzeath - Cllr Gisbourne to report. Cllr Gisbourne was unable to attend the meeting but reported that Cornwall Council will not be putting in any more parking machines for a while so the proposal has been shelved for the time being. The Chairman received confirmation from Mrs Millington that no other traders than the burger van and the Airstream were present at New Polzeath. It was hoped the Airstream would be moved now the season is over. b)whereabouts of Section 106 monies ( 488k) received by Cornwall Council. Cllr Gisbourne to report. Cllr Gisbourne was unable to attend the meeting but reported that he will be seeing the relevant officer next week and hopes to have some answers then. The monies that Cornwall Council should have received, in relation to St Minver Highlands, do not seem to reconcile. Section 106 monies are ringfenced for affordable housing. Steve Cranmer should be contacted if there is a need to vary the agreements ie other than for affordable housing (eg for, say, the community building at Trewint). 147/2011 HIGHWAYS ISSUES a)roadway from Chapel Amble to Gutt Road will be closed from 3 rd to 14th October2011 (24 hours) for patching works. 148/2011 PUBLIC FOOTPATHS a)kissing gate at Trevanger still not in situ. b)with regard to footpath 547/6/3, which is on the boundary with St Minver Lowlands Parish Council, and within that parish, the lower section would benefit by installing a spring loaded gate. Cllr Shepherd proposed, seconded by Cllr R Lane, and it was RESOLVED that if St Minver Lowlands Parish Council is in agreement, and Cornwall Council are unable to fund this, then Highlands would be willing to share the cost equally with Lowlands. This suggestion to be taken to the joint meeting. 149/2011 CLERK`S REPORT update information 150/2011 REPORTS FROM OTHER BODIES/OUTSIDE ORGANISATIONS a)to receive a Police report from Sgt R Moorcroft. The crime figures for last month were: August 9 crimes (comparative for previous year 13) This included theft of a mobile `phone, theft of a surf board and 3 burglaries.

3 1046 The Chairman enquired how the new system is working. Sgt Moorcroft advised that they are now unable to carry out neighbourhood/community involvement as before. Over summer, they have been called over to Newquay for duties. Sgt Moorcroft informed Members that the non emergency contact telelephone number is now 101. The new inspector for this area, Insp Ian Drummond-Smith, will be at Wadebridge tomorrow. (Sgt R Moorcroft left the meeting) b)st Minver Lowlands Parish Council i)copy of current minutes 15/08/2011 taken by Cllr Shepherd, and subsequently, Cllr Harris ii)as it is nearing the time of year when we hold a joint meeting with Lowlands, Members may wish to consider topics for discussion. Highlands will offer to host the meeting this year, possibly in November. Suggested subject matters for discussion: planning issues, footpaths. iii)letter regarding beach cleaning was read out. c)padstow Harbour Commissioners minutes - copy of minutes of 21/07/2011, taken by Cllr Harris, and subsequently, Cllr B Lane. d)cornwall Council - to receive a report from Cllr B Gisbourne None. 151/2011 PLANS a)i)for consideration: The Plovers and Honeysuckle Hill, New Polzeath Tree Preservation Order 2011 Town and Country Planning (Trees) regulations 1999 as amended by the Town and Country Planning (Trees) (Amendment) (England) Regulations 2008 SUPPORT PA11/05805 Mr & Mrs Andrew Dodd, Tregeare, Cliff Lane, New Polzeath Demolition of existing dwellinghouse and construction of new dwellinghouse and associated development OBJECT Overdevelopment - massing of the proposed building with two storeys increasing to three storeys Building line askew Visual impact - out of character with surrounding properties PA11/05885 Mr & Mrs C Irwin, Treverden, New Polzeath Proposed alterations and extensions with new garage and games room. (Revised design to application no. PA10/07821 dated 12/01/11 to include amendments to fenestration, amended design to include a reduction in size of rear elevation) NO OBJECTION PA11/06169 Mr & Mrs M Bloor, Porteath Barn, St Minver Proposed removal of outbuildings and construction of studio/family/guest accommodation NO OBJECTION PA11/06472 Mr & Mrs Simon and Nicky McGuire, Linden Lea, Cliff Lane, New Polzeath Construction of a replacement dwelling

4 1047 OBJECT Overdevelopment - massing of the proposed replacement building with increased footprint Too high Visual impact - out of character with locality Concerned with style/design of replacement dwelling (6 Members of the Public left the meeting) ii)decisions: PA11/01845 APPROVED Applicant: Mr & Mrs A Cronk Location: Land Adjacent To Bryher, Tinners Drive, New Polzeath, Wadebridge, Cornwall Proposal: Proposed construction of dwelling and carport PA11/04023 Part Approved/Part Refused (TPOs only) Applicant: Mr David Wright Location: St Minver Holiday Park, St Minver, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 6RR Proposal: Application for Works to trees covered by a Tree Preservation Order namely T1 - Ash - Dismantle and reduce Ash Tree to ground level as tree is growing too far over park home; T3 - Ash - Reduce spread of crown growing over park home and remove crossing branches; G1 - Ash - Dismantle and reduce 3 Ash trees to ground level as growing too close together, crown raise single ash to 4.5 m PA11/04586 APPROVED Applicant: Mr David Wright Location: St Minver House Holiday Park, St Minver, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 6RR Proposal: Application for works to a tree covered by a Tree Preservation Order namely T1 Mature Oak - remove 3 lower limbs from west side of tree to give better clearance of caravan PA11/06039 APPROVED Applicant: Mr Paul Duffield Location: Seascape Hotel Dunder Park, Polzeath, Wadebridge, Cornwall Proposal: Non Material Amendment to E1/2006/00407 for Demolition of existing hotel building and the erection of 6 units of residential accommodation and associated parking; namely alterations to North Elevation of Units 1, 2, 3 & 4 to remove garage door and replace with a window (on each unit) PA11/02901 APPROVED Applicant: Mr N Meagor Location: Trelawder, St Minver, Wadebridge, Cornwall PL27 6RF Proposal: Proposed renewal of lapsed planning approvals No's 91/1626 & 90/3194 for the conversion of disused barns to three units of holiday accommodation and one unit of residential accommodation b)pre- application planning consultation for a proposed scheme for a single medium

5 1048 scale turbine on land at Treswarrow Park Farm, Trelights with a hub height of 50m and rotor diameter of 33.7m (total height 67m). The agent is looking to hold a public exhibition on 14/09/2011 to be held at the Perceval Institute from to hrs. The proposal is for a single turbine; they do not envisage increasing numbers. There will be a community benefit (for St Endellion). c)planning & Regeneration Service programme of workshops and seminars for 2011/12. d)invitation to attend the Local Council Planning Forum on 3/10/11 to be held at St Austell at 5.30 pm. Representative to be nominated. Response required by 16/09/2011. e)pa11/02784 Penmorcom, West Rae Road, Polzeath Outcome regarding application called to Planning Committee for consideration. Approval granted (5:4 vote) f)signage, particularly for advertising purposes, in locality- to consider impact and possibly suggest restriction criteria. Members were mindful of businesses needs to advertise but felt that in some cases the balance needed redressing. Some instances had implications for potential Health & Safety issues. Cllr Mably will have a word with one particular landowner regarding advertising signage. g)to consider National Trust s campaign relating to proposed changes to the planning system in England. 152/2011 CORRESPONDENCE a)clerks & Councils Direct, September issue. b)queen`s Diamond Jubilee 2012 commemorative mug to consider purchasing ( 4.95 each) The school is to be contacted and asked if they envisage instigating a project we will possibly help finance it (and take to the joint meeting) c)the Clerk magazine, September 2011 issue. d)request for memorial bench between New Polzeath and Pentire. e)invite by Army Presentation Team evening presentation to promote awareness and understanding of the British Army to be held in Bodmin on Wednesday 5/10/11 f)healthy eating and cooking course W/B Town Hall 8/11/11 14/12/11 153/2011 ACCOUNTS a) Payment of accounts. Cheques, totalling , due for payment (as per schedule) Invoices for payment were checked by Cllr Bartlett. Cllr Wills proposed, seconded by Cllr B Lane, and it was RESOLVED that the outstanding accounts be paid b)annual Audit completed by External Auditor. There were no issues raised. c)projects for consideration suggestions welcomed. Trewint Playing Field proposed community building. The representatves gave an overview and would continue to provide ongoing information. Apparently, five architects had been interviewed which had been shortlisted to two. To take this project forward, a sum of 3000 each from St Minver Highlands, and Lowlands, Parish Councils would pay for the preliminary stages (feasibility study, architect`s

6 1049 fees etc). Those involved with this scheme were confident of sourcing grant funding. Cllr Wills proposed, seconded by Cllr Mably, and it was RESOLVED that 3000 be pledged towards the proposed community building d)members were reminded that we need to think about precept soon and to consider any potential projects. 154/2011 CEMETERY REPORT: None 155/2011 ITEMS CONSIDERED URGENT BY THE CHAIRMAN: None 156/2011 OTHER AGENDA ITEMS a)cllr Bartlett advised that he will be unable to attend the October meeting There being no further business the Chairman closed the meeting at 9.35 p.m. Signed as a true and accurate account. Cllr R R Harris (Chairman) Date: 11 th October 2011