| Reference Number :- | 2442 |
| Date :- | 2014/06/13 |
| Decision Maker :- | Cabinet |
| Subject to Call-in :- | Yes |
| Subject of Decision :- | Caravan and Chalet Sites Occupancy Restriction Review |
| Decision :- | (a) That the findings of the caravan/chalet sites occupancy review were to be reported to the Local Plan Committee with recommendations relating to the review of policies in the Local Plan; (b) That the findings of the caravan/chalet sites occupancy review were to be reported to the Planning Committee with recommendations relating to enforcement of planning controls; and (c) That the positive engagement that was now taking place between the Council and the owners through the Caravan and Chalet Forum through an Emergency Planning context was to be continued to be developed. (d) That technical guidance on Flood Risk Assessments (FRAs), Flood Response and Evacuation Plans and Habitats Regulation Assessments are referred to and made available on the Caravan, Camping and Chalet Forum webpage on the Tendring District Councils Website. (e) That information obtained from monitoring caravan/chalet parks’ compliance with occupancy conditions is shared with the Council Tax Section to help ensure that, where necessary, occupants pay the correct amount of Council Tax, and that the calculation of the New Homes Bonus is based on an accurate figure. |
| Reason for Decision :- | Having considered the report. |
| Alternative Options Considered :- | None. |
| Conflicts of Interest Delared (and Dispensations Granted by the Monitoring Officer) :- | None. Consultation with Ward Member: N/A. |
| Contact Officer :- | Head of Planning – Catherine Bicknell |
| Decision to Take Effect at end of :- | 2014/06/20 |
| Attachments :- | Caravan and Chalet Sites Report and Appendix (3M/bytes) |