To reflect the planned expansion of the community of Cranbrook, the Town Council has requested a review of the parish’s boundaries.
To reflect the planned expansion of the community of Cranbrook, the Town Council has requested a review of the parish’s boundaries.
A decision on whether a review of the boundaries of Cranbrook should take place will be made by a Full Council meeting of East Devon District Council, scheduled for 6pm on Wednesday 26 February 2025.
In the event that East Devon District Councillors agree to Cranbrook Town Council’s request for a new Community Governance Review, further details of the process will follow in due course. Neighbouring parishes affected by any changes to the boundaries of Cranbrook would be involved in consultation, as part of the review.
Recommendation:
- That the Council undertake a Community Governance Review of the current Cranbrook
Town Council area with a view to establishing whether expansion of the current town
boundaries is considered to be appropriate. - That the Terms of Reference be agreed, including the timetable and arrangements for
public consultation. - That delegated authority be given to the Monitoring Officer to make amendments to the
Terms of Reference as are necessary and appropriate; - That the Council notify Devon County Council that a review is to be undertaken, and
provide them with a copy of the Terms of Reference for the Review. - Note that further reports will be brought to Council in order that decisions may be made in
respect of draft proposals and final recommendations of the Review.
Reason for recommendations:
The Cranbrook area has undergone and continues to undergo significant development and expansion in relation to housing and related development and infrastructure which extend into the area of neighbouring parishes. It is therefore appropriate to review the current governance of the area to ensure it is fit for purpose, reflects local identities and the
interests of the community, and facilitates effective and convenient local government.
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