Decisions
04/06/2021 - Relocation of Emergency Accommodation ref: 1275 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 04/06/2021
Effective from: 12/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting of the District Executive on 3 June 2021, made the following decision;
Approved the use of £390,000 from the Affordable Housing Capital Programme Reserve to award a grant to Bournemouth Churches Housing Association (BCHA) as a contribution towards the costs of the purchase and refurbishment of a property in Yeovil, to provide emergency accommodation and improved support for people who are homeless, rough sleeping or at risk of rough sleeping in South Somerset.
Reason
To agree a grant to Bournemouth Churches Housing Association (BCHA) to contribute towards the purchase and refurbishment of a property, for the Council to use as emergency accommodation for people experiencing homelessness in South Somerset.
04/06/2021 - Dealing with Planning Applications: Our Approach to Negotiation ref: 1276 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 04/06/2021
Effective from: 12/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting of the District Executive on 3 June 2021, made the following decision;
Approved the use of “Dealing with Planning Applications - Our Approach to Negotiation” document as guidance for all involved in the planning process.
Reason
To approve the use of “Dealing with Planning Applications - Our Approach to Negotiation” document as guidance for all involved in the planning process to add clarity to this particular element of the planning process with a view to improving the overall service provided.
04/06/2021 - The 'Making' of the Martock Neighbourhood Plan ref: 1278 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 04/06/2021
Effective from: 12/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting of the District Executive on 3 June 2021, made the following decision;
Approved the making of the Martock Neighbourhood Plan
Reason
To note the result of the Referendum in relation to the Martock Neighbourhood Plan and to confirm that the Plan be ‘made’ (adopted).
04/06/2021 - The 'Making' of the Queen Camel Neighbourhood Plan ref: 1277 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 04/06/2021
Effective from: 12/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting of the District Executive on 3 June 2021, made the following decision;
Approved the making of the Queen Camel Neighbourhood Plan
Reason
To note the result of the Referendum in relation to the Queen Camel Neighbourhood Plan and to confirm that the Plan be ‘made’ (adopted).
03/06/2021 - Dealing with Planning Applications: Our Approach to Negotiation ref: 1265 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: District Executive
Made at meeting: 03/06/2021 - District Executive
Decision published: 03/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
Decision:
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RESOLVED: |
That District Executive recommend that the Chief Executive approve the use of “Dealing with Planning Applications - Our Approach to Negotiation” document as guidance for all involved in the planning process. |
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To approve the use of “Dealing with Planning Applications - Our Approach to Negotiation” document as guidance for all involved in the planning process to add clarity to this particular element of the planning process with a view to improving the overall service provided. |
(Voting: 7 in favour, 0 against, 1 abstention)
Wards affected: (All Wards);
03/06/2021 - Relocation of Emergency Accommodation ref: 1264 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: District Executive
Made at meeting: 03/06/2021 - District Executive
Decision published: 03/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
Decision:
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That the District Executive recommend that the Chief Executive approve the use of £390,000 from the Affordable Housing Capital Programme Reserve to award a grant to Bournemouth Churches Housing Association (BCHA) as a contribution towards the costs of the purchase and refurbishment of a property in Yeovil, to provide emergency accommodation and improved support for people who are homeless, rough sleeping or at risk of rough sleeping in South Somerset. |
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To agree a grant to Bournemouth Churches Housing Association (BCHA) to contribute towards the purchase and refurbishment of a property, for the Council to use as emergency accommodation for people experiencing homelessness in South Somerset. |
(Voting: unanimous in favour)
Wards affected: (All Wards);
03/06/2021 - Investment Assets Update Report ref: 1268 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: District Executive
Made at meeting: 03/06/2021 - District Executive
Decision published: 03/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
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That District Executive agreed to:- |
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Note the resilience of the property investment portfolio throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Note progress made to date in acquiring new commercial property investments and the asset management following acquisition.
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Note the return being achieved across the portfolio which is slightly below the Council’s target of 7%.
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Note progress being made in securing income from our existing assets and the contribution to the revenue budget towards the revised £3.35m target.
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Note progress being made in disposals and transfers of existing assets, resulting in a reduction of future liabilities associated with these assets.
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To note the progress with implementing the Commercial Strategy agreed by Council including the commercial investments and management of the existing asset portfolio since the last half yearly update in December 2020. |
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(Voting: unanimous in favour)
Wards affected: (All Wards);
03/06/2021 - The 'Making' of the Queen Camel Neighbourhood Plan ref: 1266 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: District Executive
Made at meeting: 03/06/2021 - District Executive
Decision published: 03/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
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That District Executive recommend that the Chief Executive approve themaking of the Queen Camel Neighbourhood Plan. |
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To note the result of the Referendum in relation to the Queen Camel Neighbourhood Plan and to confirm that the Plan be ‘made’ (adopted). |
(Voting: unanimous in favour)
Wards affected: Camelot;
03/06/2021 - The 'Making' of the Martock Neighbourhood Plan ref: 1267 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: District Executive
Made at meeting: 03/06/2021 - District Executive
Decision published: 03/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
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RESOLVED: |
That District Executive recommend that the Chief Executive approve themaking of the Martock Neighbourhood Plan. |
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To note the result of the Referendum in relation to the Martock Neighbourhood Plan and to confirm that the Plan be ‘made’ (adopted). |
(Voting: unanimous in favour)
Wards affected: Martock;
03/06/2021 - District Executive Forward Plan ref: 1269 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: District Executive
Made at meeting: 03/06/2021 - District Executive
Decision published: 03/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
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That the District Executive:- |
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approved the updated Executive Forward Plan for publication as attached at Appendix A, with the following amendments; · Update on the delivery of the Economic Development Strategy and funding delivery – TBC · Decision from Secretary of State on Local Government Reorganisation in Somerset - TBC
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noted the contents of the Consultation Database as shown at Appendix B. |
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The Forward Plan is a statutory document. |
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Wards affected: (All Wards);
02/06/2021 - Community Grant to South Petherton Tennis Club ref: 1274 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 02/06/2021
Effective from: 05/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area North Committee on 26 May 2021, made the following decision;
To award a grant of £12,500 to South Petherton Tennis Club, to be allocated from the Area North capital programme and subject to SSDC standard conditions for community grants.
Reason
To consider the awarding of a grant towards a new clubhouse – South Petherton Tennis Club.
02/06/2021 - Community Grant to Langport Transport Group ref: 1273 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 02/06/2021
Effective from: 05/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area North Committee on 26 May 2021, made the following decision;
To award a grant of £6,000 to Langport Transport Group towards a Feasibility Study, Strategic Outline Business Case and Consultations for a new railway station for Langport/Somerton, the grant to be allocated from the Area North capital programme and subject to SSDC standard conditions for community grants.
Reason
To consider the awarding of a grant towards a feasibility study, strategic outline business case and consultations for a new railway station for Langport/Somerton.
02/06/2021 - Planning Application 20/02566/ADV ref: 1272 Refused
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 02/06/2021
Effective from: 02/06/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area North Committee on 26 May 2021, made the following decision;
That advertising consent (20/02566/ADV) be REFUSED, contrary to the officer recommendation.
Reason
The proposed advertisements would be harmful to the visual amenities of the immediate area and the wider Conservation Area, contrary to Policy EQ3 of the adopted Local Plan and Paragraph 132 of the National Planning Policy Framework 2019.
Lead officer: Colin Begeman
24/05/2021 - Community Grant Radio Ninesprings (Area West) ref: 1263 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 25/05/2021
Effective from: 29/05/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area West Committee on 19th May 2021 made the following decision;
That the Chief Executive confirmed the awarding of a grant of £2,516 to Radio Ninesprings towards a Local Community Radio FM transmitter for Chard/Crewkerne. The grant to be allocated from the Area West capital programme and subject to SSDC standard conditions for community grants.
Reason
To award a grant of £2,516 towards a Local Community Radio FM transmitter for the Chard/Crewkerne area.
24/05/2021 - Community Grant Hinton St George Pre-School ref: 1262 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 25/05/2021
Effective from: 29/05/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area West Committee on 19th May 2021 made the following decision;
That the Chief Executive confirmed the awarding of a grant of £12,500 to Hinton St George Pre-School Appeal, the grant to be allocated from the Area West Capital Programme and subject to SSDC standard conditions for community grants (Appendix A) towards the purchase of a new Pre-School building at Hinton St George.
Reason
To award a grant of £12,500 towards the purchase of a new Pre-School building at Hinton St George.
24/05/2021 - Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty ref: 1261 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 25/05/2021
Effective from: 29/05/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area West Committee on 19th May 2021 made the following decision;
That the Chief Executive confirmed the continuation of the SSDC contribution to the core funding of the Blackdown Hills AONB Partnership of £6,000 in 2021/22.
Reason
To continue the SSDC contribution to the core funding of the Blackdown Hills AONB Partnership in 2021/22.
24/05/2021 - Community Grant to Radio Ninesprings (Area East) ref: 1260 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 25/05/2021
Effective from: 29/05/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area East Committee on 19th May 2021 made the following decision;
That the Chief Executive confirmed the awarding of a grant of £5,748 to Radio Ninesprings. The grant to be allocated from the Area East capital programme and subject to SSDC standard conditions for community grants.
Reason
To consider the awarding of a grant of £5,748 towards a Local Community Radio FM transmitter for Wincanton/Bruton.
24/05/2021 - Community Grant to Bruton Town Council ref: 1259 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Chief Executive
Decision published: 25/05/2021
Effective from: 29/05/2021
Decision:
Decision Taken
The Chief Executive, following a consultative meeting by the Area East Committee on 19th May 2021, made the following decision;
That the Chief Executive confirmed the awarding of a grant of £4,405 to Bruton Town Council, the grant to be allocated from the Area East capital programme and subject to SSDC standard conditions for community grants.
Reason
To consider the awarding of a grant of £4,405 to Bruton Town Council to go towards a weather resistant path.
