Decisions
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17/06/2021 - TRO - The Larches - Controlled Parking Zone Order 2018 (amendment 11) Order 2021 ref: 4106 Recommendations Approved
1. To seek authorisation to publish a “Notice of Proposals” and:
a) …. where no objections are received or where objections are subsequently withdrawn “Make” the TROs and implement the proposal and:
b) ….where objections are received and not subsequently withdrawn, report the details of the objections together with Officer’s recommendations so that further instructions can be obtained.
To seek authorisation to consult residents and businesses in the immediate vicinity of the proposal by means of a letter and plan drawing their attention to the published “Notice of Proposals” and explaining how they can obtain more details of the proposals and make representations should they wish.
Decision Maker: Senior Transport and Infrastructure Projects Officer
Decision published: 29/06/2021
Effective from: 17/06/2021
Decision:
1. That a “Notice of Proposal” is published and for those proposals where no objections are received or where objections are subsequently withdrawn “Make” the TRO and implement the proposals and for those proposals where objections are received and not subsequently withdrawn, report the details of the objections together with Officer’s recommendations so that further instructions can be obtained.
2. That residents and businesses in the immediate vicinity of the proposals be consulted by means of a letter and plan drawing their attention to the published “Notice of Proposals” and explaining how they can obtain more details of the proposals and make representations should they wish.
Wards affected: ; Oxhey;
Lead officer: Andy Smith
18/06/2021 - Decision - 16 King Edward Road Watford WD19 4DW ref: 4085 Recommendations Approved
21/00344/DEXFP - Single storey rear extension
and understair shower W.C.
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 21/06/2021
Effective from: 18/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Oxhey;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
18/06/2021 - Decision - 8 Kingswood Road Watford WD25 0EE ref: 4084 Recommendations Approved
21/00335/DEXFP - Single storey rear
extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 21/06/2021
Effective from: 18/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Stanborough;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
18/06/2021 - Decision - 11 Temple Close Watford WD17 3DR ref: 4086 Recommendations Approved
21/00372/DEXFP - Part single part two storey
rear and two storey side extensions
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 21/06/2021
Effective from: 18/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Park;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
18/06/2021 - Local Plan Programme Officer ref: 4082 Recommendations Approved
As part of the Local Plan Examination in
Public process the Council are required to appoint a Programme
Officer to assist the Examiner in the administration of the
examination. The Programme Officer is required to be independent
from the Local Authority team who prepared the Plan.
Decision Maker: Head of Planning and Development
Decision published: 18/06/2021
Effective from: 18/06/2021
Decision:
Appoint an external Programme Officer to
support the Local Plan Examination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Ben Martin
17/06/2021 - Parking suspension 2 Sydney Road ref: 4081 Recommendations Approved
Parking suspension 1 vehicle lengths of the
shared use bays outside 2 Sydney Road will be suspended from 07.00
to 18.30 on Wednesday 30th June 2021
To facilitate placement of skip
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 17/06/2021
Effective from: 17/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Holywell;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
16/06/2021 - Parking suspension 10 to 12 Nascot Street ref: 4080 Recommendations Approved
Parking suspension 2 vehicle lengths of permit
holder's bay starting outside 10 to 12 Nascot Street will be
suspended from 08.00 Wednesday 30th June to 16.00 Friday 2nd July
2021
To facilitate pedestrian walk way
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 16/06/2021
Effective from: 16/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Nascot;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
16/06/2021 - Rosslyn Road, starting from the end nearest to the Gade Car Park ref: 4079 Recommendations Approved
Parking suspension The first 8 vehicle lengths
of this permit bay (starting from the end nearest to Gade Car Park)
on Saturday 26th June 2021 from 9.00 am to 4pm
The spaces will be reserved for use by only Upton Road Surgery
Patients , To facilitate vaccination centre
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 16/06/2021
Effective from: 16/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Central;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
16/06/2021 - Parking suspension Rosslyn Road, starting from the end nearest to the Gade Car Park ref: 4078 Recommendations Approved
Parking suspension:
The first 8 vehicle lengths of this permit bay (starting from the
end nearest to Gade Car Park) on Friday 18th June from 9am to
3pm.
The spaces will be reserved for use by only Upton Road Surgery
patients to facilitate vaccination centre.
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 16/06/2021
Effective from: 16/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Central;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
14/06/2021 - Decision - 5 Jubilee Road Watford WD24 5HJ ref: 4077 Recommendations Approved
21/00287/DEXFP - Erection of part two storey
part single storey side and rear extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 15/06/2021
Effective from: 14/06/2021
Decision:
Conditional Approval
Wards affected: Callowland;
Lead officer: Michelle West
14/06/2021 - Decision - 13 Eastfield Avenue Watford WD24 4HG ref: 4076 Recommendations Approved
21/00283/DEXFP - First floor side to rear
extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 15/06/2021
Effective from: 14/06/2021
Decision:
Conditional Approval
Wards affected: Tudor;
Lead officer: Michelle West
14/06/2021 - Decision - 84 Westfield Avenue Watford WD24 7HE ref: 4075 Recommendations Approved
21/00213/DEXFP - Single and part two storey
side and rear extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 15/06/2021
Effective from: 14/06/2021
Decision:
Conditional Approval
Wards affected: Tudor;
Lead officer: Michelle West
07/06/2021 - Riverwell Joint Venture - Deed of Variation to Members Agreement ref: 4073 Recommendations Approved
To agree a change in the interest rate paid on
equity, offset by the introduction of an administration fee to
ensure that the overall return to the Council is
unchanged.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 07/06/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 15/06/2021
Effective from: 07/06/2021
Decision:
Cabinet received a report of the (Shared Services) Director of Finance, who introduced the report.
Members considered the officer’s recommendation.
RESOLVED –
That Cabinet approves the officer’s recommendation.
Wards affected: ;
Lead officer: Alison Scott
07/06/2021 - Strategic Framework 2020-21 Q4 Update ref: 4071 Recommendations Approved
Progress update on the council strategic
framework, including the Delivery Plan 2020-22, Organisational
Development Strategy 2020-24 and Road to Renewal Plan
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 07/06/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 15/06/2021
Effective from: 07/06/2021
Decision:
Cabinet received a report of the Executive Head of Strategy and Communications and Head of Enterprise Programme Management Office which provided an update on the council’s strategic framework, comprising
· The Council Plan 2020-2024 and Delivery Plan 2020-22
· The Organisational Development Strategy 2020-24; and
· Covid-19 Road to Renewal Plan
The Mayor thanked the officers for the update and noted the huge amount of work that had been undertaken across the council. He invited the Managing Director to provide further details.
The Managing Director advised that this was the third update to Cabinet. During the last quarter the council had continued to face the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic whilst continuing to provide services to its community. The delivery of the framework had continued at pace. When the framework had initially been adopted it had not been expected that the council and the country would be having to deal with a lengthy pandemic. The whole framework was currently under review and an update would be provided to Cabinet in the summer.
The Managing Director then outlined some of the key highlights from the last quarter.
· Watford Borough Council had been assigned as district lead on ‘Staying Connected’, a Hertfordshire-wide project, aiming to support people with accessing information technology devices and training to get them digitally connected and reduce social isolation.
· £3.5 million awarded to the council towards the decarbonisation of the Town Hall and Colosseum.
· £1.85 million awarded to the council to roll out external wall insulation.
· Excellent careers festival held in March 2021; the council having been very involved in the event.
· Watford Business Park development – planning permission had been granted and demolition had commenced.
· Very high percentage of managers had undertaken the mental health awareness training.
· Time to talk initiative, second sessions held.
In response to a question from the Mayor the Managing Director explained that the completed items would be migrated from the delivery plan following the relevant quarter the action had been completed.
Councillor Bell commented that it was good to see that many of the actions had either been completed or were on track. He asked about the proposal for six apprentices and if this was still on track for September.
The Mayor responded that there had been many discussions about the apprentices and he was keen for this to happen. The council was working with Watford Chamber of Commerce. The Managing Director confirmed that September continued to be the target date.
RESOLVED –
That Cabinet notes:
1. The progress updates within this report relating to:
· the Council Plan 2020-24 and Delivery Plan 2020 -22 (Appendix A);
· the Organisational Development Strategy 2020-24 (Appendix B); and
·
the
Road to Renewal Plan (Appendix C).
2. As outlined in the original report to Cabinet in July 2020, that the progress to date will be communicated publically to our residents, with the proposal to do this in September 2021.
3. The significant corporate effort over the last three months that has resulted in a substantial level of progress made against all three plans.
4. The impact of external factors on some of the areas of delivery. Where this is the case, the area have been reviewed to reflect the current environment during Quarter 4. The focus on delivery within the life of the plans remains a corporate commitment.
5. The Road to Renewal plan will adapt to best serve residents and businesses as the Covid-19 incident continues and develops. As confirmed as part of the last update to Cabinet, a review and refresh of the existing plan has been undertaken to ensure that it is responding to the impact of the pandemic and the arising needs of residents and businesses. This will be presented to Cabinet in July 2021.
Wards affected: ;
Lead officer: Liam Hornsby
07/06/2021 - Contract Exemption Hertfordshire Growth Hub ref: 4070 Recommendations Approved
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 07/06/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 15/06/2021
Effective from: 07/06/2021
Decision:
Cabinet received a report of the Economic Development Consultant setting out details of a procurement exemption for a Watford Business Growth Grant to Exemplas. Details of the exemption request were set out in the appendix to the report.
The Mayor briefly introduced the report and then invited the Group Head of Place Shaping to provide further information.
The Group Head of Place Shaping explained that the report provided transparency of the decision. The Hertfordshire Growth Hub would provide support to businesses in Watford.
In response to a question from Councillor Bell, the Group Head of Place Shaping advised that the Growth Hub would support businesses with between five and 10 employees. Other support was available to businesses with more employees.
RESOLVED –
That Cabinet notes the report.
Wards affected: ;
Lead officer: Emma Finn
09/06/2021 - Units 12, 13 & 16 Coleshill Ind Estate, Birmingham ref: 4055 Recommendations Approved
Agreeing a Deed of Variation to the existing
leases with ABB Ltd, to remove a tenant break clause and the grant
of a reversionary lease for a further year on agreed terms and
conditions.
Decision Maker: Head of Regeneration and Property
Decision published: 14/06/2021
Effective from: 09/06/2021
Decision:
To enter into the Deed of Variation and
Reversionary Leases on Units 12 & 13 and Unit 16 Coleshill
Industrial Estate
Wards affected: Outside Borough;
Lead officer: Peter Hall
11/06/2021 - Decision - 8 Elderberry Way Watford WD25 0RW ref: 4067 Recommendations Approved
21/00451/OTHPS - New solid panels replacing
translucent panels within existing conservatory roof
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 14/06/2021
Effective from: 11/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Stanborough;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
11/06/2021 - Decision - 45 Sheriff Way Watford WD25 7QS ref: 4068 Recommendations Approved
21/00457/OTHPS - New solid panels replacing
translucent panels within existing conservatory roof
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 14/06/2021
Effective from: 11/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Woodside;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
11/06/2021 - Parking suspension Rosslyn Road, starting from the end nearest to the Gade Car Park ref: 4066 Recommendations Approved
parking suspension The first 8 vehicle lengths
of this permit bay (starting from the end nearest to Gade Car Park)
on Saturday 26th from 9.00 am to 4pm
The spaces will be reserved for use by only Upton Road Surgery
Patients , To facilitate vaccination centre
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 11/06/2021
Effective from: 11/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Central;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
07/06/2021 - Economic Growth Strategy ref: 4065 Recommendations Approved
Watford's Economic Growth Strategy for
2021-2025
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 07/06/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 10/06/2021
Effective from: 16/06/2021
Decision:
RESOLVED –
1. That Cabinet approves the draft Economic Growth Strategy, High Level Action Plan and detailed Project Plan.
2. That Cabinet agrees to the development of a Watford Skills and Employment Plan, led by West Herts College.
3. That Cabinet notes that the strategy will be monitored through quarterly updates to Cabinet, Overview and Scrutiny Committee and to the business partnership, One Watford for Business.
Wards affected: ;
Lead officer: Alistair Napier
07/06/2021 - Update of the Council's Domestic Abuse and Joint Safeguarding Policies ref: 4064 Recommendations Approved
The policy concerning the council's
responsibility and response to domestic abuse has been reviewed and
refreshed.
Decision Maker: Cabinet
Made at meeting: 07/06/2021 - Cabinet
Decision published: 10/06/2021
Effective from: 16/06/2021
Decision:
That the Joint Safeguarding Policy and Domestic Abuse Policy, attached as appendices 1 and 2 to the report, be approved.
Wards affected: ;
Lead officer: Justine Hoy
29/03/2021 - Decarbonsiation Lead Consultant appointment ref: 4048 Recommendations Approved
Lead consultants are needed to support the
works for decarbonisation of the Town Hall and Colosseum.
Decision Maker: Group Head of Transformation
Decision published: 10/06/2021
Effective from: 29/03/2021
Decision:
To award a contract to Mace as Lead
consultants to support the works for decarbonisation of the Town
Hall and Colosseum.
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Lead officer: Andrew Cox
09/06/2021 - Decision - Flat 1B 81 Kingsfield Road Watford WD19 4TP ref: 4063 Recommendations Approved
21/00389/DEXFP - Single storey rear
extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 10/06/2021
Effective from: 09/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Conditionally Approved
Wards affected: Oxhey;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
09/06/2021 - Decision - 149 Longcroft Watford WD19 4JU ref: 4062 Recommendations Approved
21/00280/DEXFP - Single Storey Rear Extension
and Internal Alterations
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 10/06/2021
Effective from: 09/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Oxhey;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
09/06/2021 - Decision - 91 Bushey Mill Lane Watford WD24 7QZ ref: 4061 Recommendations Approved
21/00261/DROFP - Loft Conversion
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 10/06/2021
Effective from: 09/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Tudor;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
08/06/2021 - Decision - 20 Radlett Road Watford WD24 4LP ref: 4057 Recommendations Approved
21/00266/DEXFP - Single storey rear
extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 09/06/2021
Effective from: 08/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Tudor;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
08/06/2021 - Decision - 54 Woodhurst Avenue Watford WD25 9RW ref: 4059 Recommendations Approved
21/00271/DEXFP - Single storey flat roof side
and rear extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 09/06/2021
Effective from: 08/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Meriden;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
08/06/2021 - Decision - 50 Hatfield Road Watford WD24 4DB ref: 4058 Recommendations Approved
21/00341/MULFP - Loft conversion, extensions
and internal alterations.
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 09/06/2021
Effective from: 08/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Callowland;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
08/06/2021 - Decision - 84 Woodland Drive Watford WD17 3BZ ref: 4060 Recommendations Approved
21/00276/DEXFP - Single storey side and rear
extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 09/06/2021
Effective from: 08/06/2021
Decision:
21/00276/DEXFP - Single storey side and rear
extension
Wards affected: Park;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
08/06/2021 - Decision - 3 Ladys Close Watford WD18 0DB ref: 4056 Refused
21/00254/MULFP - Proposed single storey rear
and side extension, first floor rear and side extension with
internal alteration
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 09/06/2021
Effective from: 08/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Rejected
Wards affected: ; Central;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
07/06/2021 - Parking suspension opposite house 46/48 Sydney road ref: 4050 Recommendations Approved
Parking suspension 1 vehicle length of the
shared use bay opposite house 46/48 Sydney Road will be suspended
from 08.30 Monday 14th June 2021 to 20.30 Sunday 5th September
2021
To facilitate the entrance and exit on the cross-over.
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 07/06/2021
Effective from: 07/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Holywell;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
07/06/2021 - Parking supesnion opposit house 42 Sydney road ref: 4049 Recommendations Approved
Parking suspension 1 vehicle length of the
shared use bay opposite house 42 Sydney Road will be suspended from
08.30 Monday 14th June 2021 to 20.30 Sunday 5th September
2021
To facilitate the entrance and exit on the cross-over.
Decision Maker: Representations Officer
Decision published: 07/06/2021
Effective from: 07/06/2021
Decision:
Approved
Wards affected: Holywell;
Lead officer: Yvonne Murray
03/06/2021 - Decision - 9 Birch Tree Walk Watford WD17 4SH ref: 4047 Recommendations Approved
21/00186/MULFP - Two storey side extension,
two storey front extension, Internal structural alterations,
replacement windows and doors and exempt outbuilding.
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 04/06/2021
Effective from: 03/06/2021
Decision:
Plans Approved
Wards affected: Nascot;
Lead officer: Linda Bishop
02/06/2021 - Decision - 294 Hempstead Road Watford Hertfordshire WD17 4LY ref: 4046 Recommendations Approved
21/00275/DEXPS1 - Two storey side extension
and single storey ground floor extension
Decision Maker: Building Control Team Leader
Decision published: 04/06/2021
Effective from: 02/06/2021
Decision:
Plans approved
Wards affected: Nascot;
Lead officer: Terri Stoikova
