Current Planning Applications

- Coscote Farm, West Hagbourne PO9/W0002. Extension to existing agricultural building for housing livestock.

You can view the applications online by going to www.southoxon.gov.uk and keying in the reference number in the “search” option at the top right hand side of the page.

BUTT’S PIECE

Clearance of the remainder of the area cut back in the Autumn has finished and preparation of the ground for the Spring will start. Allotments, with a water supply will form part of the scheme. We will be offering allotments in various sizes, to suit the busy schedules we all have, namely full size, 30m x 10m, 15m x 10m and 15m x 5 m.
Please contact the Parish Clerk if you would be interested in renting an allotment.

PLANNING AN EXTENSION OR ALTERATION?

Are you considering making a Planning application to alter or extend your property?
SODC have published a booklet "Planning: A Guide for Householders". This booklet contains some useful information on the types of work which may require planning permission and also gives advice on how best to proceed before submitting your application. A copy of the booklet is with the Parish Clerk.
Before making an application it is advisable to consider how your plans may impact on your Neighbours. Please remember to discuss your proposals with them at this early stage.

SOUTH OXFORDSHIRE CORE STRATEGY: PREFERRED OPTIONS

SODC have produced this report to provide an overview of the process and content of the Preferred Options of the South Oxfordshire Core Strategy.
Some of the objectives are:
- Protecting the environment
- Delivering homes for all
- Supporting economic growth
- Transforming Didcot
- Strengthening local communities
An initial meeting was held on 23/2/09 and was attended by some Parish Councillors. If adopted by SODC Cabinet there will be a six week consultation period ending on 1st May. The final version is Anticipated to be submitted to the Secretary of State in January 2010 for inclusion in the final South East Plan 2016.

Watch this space for further developments.

VILLAGE WEBSITE

We now feel that the web pages are as near to being up-to-date as is possible. Please take a while to view the site and let us have your ideas, comments and especially your contributions to the site, all via:info@easthagbourne.net. Remember it is your website so please participate.

VACANCY FOR A PARISH COUNCILLOR

We are still seeking another Councillor and we would particularly welcome someone who lives in the Millbrook area of the Parish. For Further details please contact the Parish Clerk.

Parish Council Meetings in 2009

Please put these dates in your diary or organiser:- 5th March (start 8.15pm), 2nd April - Annual Parish Meeting, 7th May - Annual Meeting, 11th June, 16th July, 3rd September, 8th October and 19th November.

Annual Parish Meeting - A chance to hear about Parish Council and other village activities, the broader issues that may affect our village, and to raise any questions you may have.

All meetings will be held at 7.30 pm on Thursdays in the Village Hall.

You are all always welcome. Your views are important to us.

CONTACT DETAILS: Parish Clerk, Mr Robin Parsley. Telephone: 814687. ParishClerk@easthagbourne.net