Representatives from  Cranleigh Society have been meeting regularly with Waverley Borough Council representatives to try and keep up to date with all the developments that effect our village, as well as giving us an opportunity to put your questions to them and try to help them to make better decisions and to share them more effectively.

Much was discussed, however we have added the main points  from the minutes below:

Planning & Infrastructure

Cranleigh Society reported that at a meeting with four Surrey County Council Officers Cranleigh Society was advised that there were no funds to complete a study of the A281. CCS believes it is the role of the Neighbourhood Plan to get involved in every aspect.

It was confirmed that small funds have been awarded for the A281 as part of the upgrade improvement plan.

CCS asked for clarity regarding developers’ payments for infrastructure improvements – known as  S106 and also CIL – for Dunsfold.  WBC explained that the CIL Draft Charging Schedule was subject to extensive consultation by the Council during its preparation – and has now been passed and there will be an opportunity to collect extra funds from the end of March 2019 from some applications – but not Dunsfold.

Planning permission has already been granted by the Secretary of State for the development of 1800 of the allocated homes at Dunsfold Aerodrome.

The development includes the provision of extensive on-site facilities, as well as financial obligations and off-site infrastructure. n.b. this does not include recycling! The agreed Section 106 (S.106),  is directly connected to its development  and its impact.  S.106 is the right mechanism they claim.

As highlighted by the Examiner, the CIL National Planning Practice Guidance (NPPG) also supports the approach of differentiating this strategic site (‘Zone C’), with a zero CIL rating. The Examiner concluded that “the zero CIL rating for ‘Zone C’ comprising this strategic site is supported by the evidence”.

The zero CIL rating at Dunsfold Aerodrome (‘Zone C’) will apply to the whole strategic allocation in Local Plan Part 1 (2600 homes).  As recommended by the Examiner, “should the new settlement be considered for further future expansion beyond the current 2,600 unit allocation, as suggested by some, this is a matter that would need to be addressed at the relevant time by the Council”.

Asked why this adoption would not take place for some 6 months, WBC replied that there were several reasons including:

• Phasing
• Stakeholders have an interest
• To allow key developers to achieve planning permission
• To give the development industry a reasonable lead-in time

CCS raised the subject of WBC holding confidential meetings with Developers. We were advised that Pre-application meeting minutes are on the Council website and such discussions will always and should take place in private –  that meetings with Developers are of a confidential nature and that it is correct that they should be allowed to do so. However, Ward Councillors are consulted and brought in at the appropriate stage.

WBC stated that since 2015 the rules regarding S106 monies have changed, requests for contributions now have to be more specific.

Waverley has invested in a new software system that will process historic S106 agreements over the past 5 years which will mean that information will be far more accessible in the future. It is hoped that this project will be completed by Christmas.

Thames Water

CCS  said that the Thames Water permit (sewage capacity) expired in 2009 and that Thames Water has not come up with a feasible plan to deal with the phosphates etc. and that they are not going to carry out an upgrade of their permits. There is a need to lobby Government on this issue. WBC  suggested reiterating in writing aspects of this issue as part of Grampian conditions.

Foul effluent flowing into Cranleigh Waters?

Thames Water has confirmed that only treated effluent is released into Cranleigh Waters in compliance with their discharge consent. WBC approached the Environment Agency for their views on this as they issue the discharge consent and monitor the situation. Awaiting a reply.

Major Projects

Terry Stewart enquired about the proposed programme for the Leisure Centre – detailed consultation will begin with support of external consultants to identify potential sites and is anticipated to conclude by March 2019. This consultation will include key local stakeholders and CCS will be included.

Communications

CCS asked the Leader about external communication with CCS. We were told that it would be helpful if CCS could communicate with:

• All Resident Associations
• Chamber of Commerce
• Park Mead
• Ward Councillors
• Parish Council

It was suggested that the next meeting could be held in Cranleigh and to also meet with the Parish Councillors. It was agreed to continue to arrange meetings every 4 months.

WBC suggested that a future agenda with the Parish Council could include:

• Key projects in Cranleigh
• Joined up lobbying
• Heritage assets

When asked about money available for repairs WBC responded that there is a need to think more creatively around grants for repairs for which Local Authorities are unable to apply for.

WBC reported that the Communications team are reviewing ideas for  Newsletters and social media.

UPDATE! 2 EVENTS Monday 10th December evening

Cranleigh Parish Council are holding a planning meeting at Snoxhall Pavilion at 7pm and they have in their hands the planning application by Cranleigh Village Hospital Trust’s partners. There will people there from the trust. The public are welcome to sit and listen.

EDIT – we have been told that the planning committee have extended the time for questions and that the public will be encouraged to ask questions on the night.

AND

Cranleigh Society’s Social meeting this Monday – any time from 6.30 at the Three Horseshoes pub is to be visited by one of the trustees of  Cranleigh village hospital trust – to chat about the planning application that their partners have put in – NOW WITH WAVERLEY BOROUGH COUNCIL.

RSVP – so we can gauge the number of people likely to visit each meeting.  

We look forward to seeing you in both places!!! We will be at both.

10 December Cranleigh  Society social get together  next Monday –              at the Three Horseshoes Pub in Cranleigh –  near the garage –                  from 6.30 pm.

VISITOR!  CVHT REPRESENTATIVE TO CHAT and answer questions now their partner’s planning application has been submitted.

Do come along and help us to chat over the things that worry us all.

You can buy supper there any time – last time many of us enjoyed sharing cheesy chips!

We will then have social meetings ever second Monday in the month – so 14 January and so on.

We look forward to seeing you there

kind regards,

Sue

WE NEED TO RESPOND TO SURREY COUNTY COUNCIL!

https://www.surreysays.co.uk/environment-and-infrastructure/crcs/

We are Fed up about Surrey’s cuts. Are they closing our tip? Our library?   Cranleigh – like many places – is suffering from County Council panic – Surrey CC has a massive shortfall of income and the central government is withdrawing all grants from next April.

In the meantime our councils have to pay for roads, police, rubbish collection, elderly care, special needs education and care and employ many staff – all of whom must receive pensions when they retire – a further massive cost as the population is ageing.

This is why they need all these consultations- PLEASE RESPOND TO SURREY! COMPLETE all consultations you can – don’t let the politicians and officers believe that we are not interested!

CRANLEIGH “COMMUNITY RECYCLING CENTRE” (CRC)

IMPORTANT!

1. The deadline for responding to the consultation is 4th January 2019.
2. Even if you objected to the 2017 plans to close the CRC you MUST OBJECT AGAIN – your last objection is no longer valid.
3. A joint objection counts as ONE objection so, for instance, a husband and wife should send in a separate objection for TWO objections to be effective.
4. To have your say visit surreycc.gov.uk/consultations and complete the questionnaire which includes section “5. Other Comments” where you will find a full page “box” where you can express the concerns you have in your own words. The next page of our message shows matters you may wish to raise – but please do not copy these comments word for word but use your own style and wordings. Also, of course, you should add any other issues you feel must be considered.
5. It is absolutely imperative that Surrey County Council receive a HUGE response from Cranleigh so please contact your friends and neighbours, urging them to respond. A poor response will be interpreted as a lack of concern – DO NOT LET THIS HAPPEN!

** IF WE LOSE OUR CRC THERE IS THE VERY REAL RISK WE WILL NEVER GET IT BACK! **

Possible objections to include in the full page “box” in the Surrey County Council questionnaire.

• The Waverley Local Plan has a minimum of 1,700 new homes in Cranleigh.
• An allowance must be made for circa 500 new homes in Alfold, Ewhurst and Dunsfold village.
• Outline permission has been granted for 1,800 new homes at Dunsfold Park – with another 800 to follow. There is a lot of space on this site for even more new homes.
• Potentially, the size of Cranleigh will DOUBLE.

 It is absolutely ridiculous and sheer lunacy to even CONSIDER closing the Cranleigh CRC with all this new housing coming our way.

 Cranleigh to Witley or  Guildford  by road is 10 -12 miles and driving there, keeping to the speed limits) and with no delays takes at least 30 minutes – so one hour of driving for a return trip.

• Think of the pollution, fuel cost and wasted time.
• What happens if there are delays and you arrive late – the CRC is closed?
• DEFRA (the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has just confirmed that serious fly tipping has increased by 43% from 2016/2017 to 2017/2018. Fly tipping can only get much more worse with CRCs closing – for a very short term financial saving.
•   REMEMBER – Use your own wordings and add any other objections and views you may have on this matter! It has been confirmed that the freehold of the Cranleigh CRC site is owned by Surrey County Council and, as it is located next to the Nanhurst flats and the A281, we consider it highly likely that SCC will be very tempted to sell the freehold for housing to put some cash in their coffers – if this happened there would be no possibility of the CRC reopening.
• PLEASE ACT NOW!
• AND JOIN US AT THE THREE HORSESHOES ON THE 2ND MONDAY EACH MONTH – from 6.30 onwards.

https://www.surreysays.co.uk/legal-and-democratic-services/libraries/

At the previous Parish Council meeting, we asked the Parish Council to provide Cranleigh Society with details of consultations to the Cranleigh Civic Society.

They have recently got in touch with us and provided us with the following links to share with you the consultations that are currently open.

View all open and forthcoming consultations here.

Click here to view the Gatwick Airport draft master plan.

We would very much like to hear your thoughts, however we would also like to encourage you to have your say.

You can do that and find out about the drop-in sessions across the county by clicking here: https://www.surreycc.gov.uk/council-and-democracy/have-your-say/consultations

do come along! 3 Horseshoes Monday 10 December from 6.30 pm

Cranleigh Society Social and chats

We  invite you to join us when we  meet in The Three Horseshoes pub on the second Monday in each month from 6.30.

We will have a visitor from CVHT to chat to you all.

Last month we enjoyed meeting some members and they offered some helpful advice.  We want to chat with you and explain what we do know and talk about all the topics you would like – housing, Flood Forum, Rivers, Thames Water, further planning applications, ancient trees, wildlife habitats and so on.

Come and go as you please – this is sociable time but discussions around the issues that worry us all are more than welcome.  Discussions too about what has been done, and what can be done in the future will always be part of the point of meeting up.

If you intend to buy a meal it can be best to let the landlord Peter know in advance.

We look forward to seeing you  December 10th; January 14th and so on

with kind regards

From Sue and the committee

I have now looked at page 11 in the Challenger magazine –

http://www.thechallenger.co.uk/magazines/201811/Cranleigh/index.html#p=10

sorry I posted wrong information about the lighting of the Centenary Beacon – it’s Sunday at 7 not tonight – and then there will be a walk to the Centenary garden which will be flood lit.

See you there

Sue