Rural community office PCSO Rigden has confirmed that Waltham is a very low crime area, with only two reported incidents this year, including theft of tyres and theft of some heating oil.  Residents are reminded to be extra cautious during summer months when it is more likely that windows and doors are left open and unlocked.

The Parish Council has advised PC Rigden that there has been an increase in graffiti in the park shelter and he will try to keep a watch there.

There is also an increasing amount of traffic and speeding vehicles through the village particularly during rush hour times.  The police may set up an occasional speed trap in the area to try and alleviate the problem.

Planning applications

CA/08/00731/WAL - 1 Oast Cottages, Kake Street
Two storey extension to rear of dwelling. This application has been approved.
Application granted.

CA/08/00610/WAL - Frogs Hall, Whiteacre Lane.

Replace store with two-storey garage/store to rear of dwelling. (Revised scheme).
Application granted.

CA/08/00727/WAL - Little Ansdore, Ansdore Road.
First-floor extension to side of dwelling.
Application pending.

CA/08/00364/WAL - The Old School House, Waltham, conversion of dwelling into two dwellings (retrospective application). This application has been approved subject to conditions.
Application granted.

CA/08/00906/WAL -  2 Waddenhall Cottages, Waddenhall.
Conservatory to side of dwelling.
Application pending.

CA/08/00876/WAL - The Nest, Waltham Road . 

Change of use of garage to holiday accommodation.

Parish Council members had strong objections to this application, as the holiday accommodation would not provide any particular benefit to the area.  Traffic on the highway could increase due to ingress and egress of holidaymakers. 

It was felt that this constitutes a ‘change of use’ for the garage and could escalate to ‘creeping development’ on the site.  It is not believed that there is a requirement for holiday accommodation, nor would it be financially beneficial for the village. 
Clerk to inform the City Council of the decision.
Application pending.

Village hall bookings

Enquiries about hire and bookings for Waltham Village Hall should be made to Mr. Tony Best on 01227 700433 or by email to hall.bookings@waltham.org

Hire charges for the hall are:

Sunday – Thursday £5.00 per hour (or part thereof)
Friday – Saturday £7.50 per hour (or part thereof)
with concessions available for organisers of local initiatives.

This page last updated 10/08/2008 13:02