Social Value Ideas for Tendring District Council

Barn conversion refused

The committee refused the Burnt Ash Farm barn conversion after debate concluded the site was unsustainable because it would rely entirely on private car access, lacked local facilities, and did not su…

“In general terms and whether this probably needs to be expanded upon um I would suggest to members that you are perhaps considering that the developme…”

Hot food takeaway deferred

The committee deferred the application for 54 Connor Avenue, Frinton-on-Sea, because members were concerned about consultation timing, re-consultation with the town council, possible parking and acces…

“The committee will then debate. And when all the points are discussed, finally, I shall ask if we have a resolution and call for a proposer and a seco…”

Thorington housing approval

The Thorington full application for 60 single-storey dwellings for people aged 55 and over or with disabilities was approved. The committee accepted the proposal as an allocation in the emerging local…

“This application's for the erection of 60 singlestory dwellings for those aged 55 and over as well as those with or supporting someone with a disabili…”

Alford housing approval policy

The committee approved a departure from the local plan for up to 100 dwellings at Alford, including 60 age-restricted homes, 30% affordable housing, self-build plots and first-time buyer units. The po…

“The site lies outside the settlement boundary and therefore conflicts with our local plan policies SPL1 and SPL2. However, the council can only demons…”

Retrospective Harwich Road build refused

Members refused the retrospective application for extensions, pool house and outbuildings at 21 Harwich Road, Little Clacton because officers and speakers said it caused serious harm to neighbouring a…

“This application is for the retention of various extensions, additions and alterations at the rear of 21 Harwich Road, Little Clacton. This applicatio…”

Draft local plan to go to consultation

Council agreed to publish the preferred options draft local plan for public consultation. Members framed this as necessary to keep the plan up to date, avoid appeal-driven speculative development, and…

“It is a legal requirement that all elected members must be given an opportunity to access the habitat regulation assessment and the integrated sustain…”

New mandatory housing target

Officers explained that national planning policy changes now impose a mandatory annual housing target, requiring the council to plan for significantly more homes than before. This changes the strategi…

“So the government has a national target to deliver one and a half million homes in the current parliamentary term and there's been a lot of media on t…”

Local plan approved for consultation

The committee resolved to recommend the submission version, related evidence, and supporting documents for six weeks of formal public consultation, with delegated authority for minor corrections. Fina…

“So the recommendation this evening can be found on page 50 of your report. And if you're happy, Chairman, I'll read the recommendation before handing …”

Community safety grant confirmed

A core community safety grant has been secured to fund local prevention activity. The report states that the grant will support continuation of the Crucial Crew programme and expansion of the Women's …

“A a community safety core grant of £18,900 has been confirmed for 2627 and the funding will support the continuation of crucial crew programs and the …”

Domestic abuse remains major harm

Police highlighted domestic abuse as the district's most significant challenge, with a reported increase in incidents and a sizeable share of recorded crime. This creates continuing pressure on partne…

“Domestic abuse continues to be a challenge in the district. We've seen a three and just over a 3% increase in instance in the last year and antisocial…”

Women’s safety support review

Members asked for scrutiny of support arrangements for vulnerable lone women, particularly homeless women, after a councillor described being unable to find an emergency local contact or safe place fo…

“So, on page 57, you've got the reference to violence against women and girls under the women's safety charter and Councillor Ferguson was suggesting o…”