Paddock and Recreation Ground
Following the public consultation, the Parish Council will install the adult exercise equipment as a trail at the Recreation Ground. The Council is obtaining quotations for the fencing around the Recreation Ground.
There has been anti-social behaviour in The Paddock during August. A bench was damaged by vandals and this has been repaired by Steve Merton and Councillors are extremely grateful for his help. A few days later a tree stump was set on fire. This has been reported to the Police and anyone who has information regarding these incidents should report it to PCSO John Cork on: 07772 226217.
Sreet Lighting
The upgrade of the street lights to LEDs is progressing well, however, there may be delays before UKPN can reconnect the lights due to the current pandemic.
Footpaths
The Council has met with County Councillor Whiting regarding issues with footpath ZR10. If the footpath is to go through the orchard and rather than through the gardens there needs to be new signage.
Environment
The Paddock hedges affecting sightlines in Chaffes Lane and opposite the Co-op will be cut back.
Planning
i. Ref: 20/503315/FULL Address: 32 Chaffes Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7BN
Proposal: Erection of single storey rear extension and creation of part first floor rear extension.
Councillors considered the application and had no objections to the proposal save that the views of neighbours be taken into consideration.
ii. Ref: 20/503568/FULL Address: Starborne Oak Lane Upchurch ME9 7BB
Proposal: Section 73 - Application for Variation of condition 3 (rainwater goods), 4 (window and door materials) and 12 (emission rates) pursuant to application 19/506127/FULL for - Demolition of the existing bungalow and 2no. outbuildings, and erection of a replacement four bedroom family home with attached garage.
Councillors considered the application and had no objections to the proposal.
iii. Ref: 20/502850/FULL Address: 119 Oak Lane Upchurch Sittingbourne Kent ME9 7AY
Proposal: Erection of single storey side and rear extension.
Councillors considered the application and noted the neighbour objections as the proposal will create a terracing effect for the semi-detached houses. Councillors had no objections to an extension in principle but supported the concerns of the neighbour and would request that officers do not allow a terracing of the buildings.
iv. Ref: 20/503637/FULL Address: Medway Autos, Christine And Muriel London Road Upchurch Sittingbourne Kent ME9 7PD
Proposal: Change of use of auto showroom and workshop (Sui generis) to a banqueting hall, with food processing and distribution (Class D2 and B2), including the creation of a mezzanine floor and alterations to fenestration. Change of use of 2no. residential bungalows (C3) to guest accommodation (C1) associated with the banqueting hall, including the erection of a single storey rear extension and loft conversion, including 2no. rear dormers and installation of 4no. rooflights to front. Erection of a wedding gazebo to rear of bungalows.
The application will be considered by Full Council at the meeting on 1st October.
This is a precis of Council business, full minutes of all meetings can be found on the website when ratified.
Date of next meetings:
Full Council - Thursday 1st October 2020 at 7:30pm
The Planning Committee and General Purposes Committee - Wednesday 14th October at 7:30pm
The Local Authorities (Coronavirus) (Flexibility of Local Authority Meetings) Regulations 2020 now gives Local Councils the power to meet remotely during this COVID-19 pandemic and Upchurch Parish Council is now holding meetings virtually. Please check the website for details of the meetings.
