Dear BHT members We write with an important update on all things Harbour. Harbour Housing Scheme Planning legal agreement (s106) and legal advice Since the December planning committee meeting Mr Thorpe has been negotiating the proposed planning agreement [s106] in connection with the housing scheme. You will recall the s106 effectively determines the apportionment … [Read more...] about Letter to Members, June 2018
Houseboats
Frequently asked questions
BHT Chairman, Jeremy Gully answers frequently asked questions in this series of minute-long videos. CLICK HERE TO WATCH Titles available: 1. Bembridge Harbour’s colourful history under private ownership 2. Can’t owners do as they like with Bembridge Harbour? 3. The problematic harbour company set up 4. Bembridge Harbour’s near bankruptcy in 2011 5. Is BHT obstructing … [Read more...] about Frequently asked questions
Letter to Members, February 2018
Dear Members Those of you who attended the AGM or received copies of the BHAG minutes will not be surprised that we now have a revised description of the Houseboat LDC to consider, published on the 12th January. A Lawful Development Certificate of this type of application should seek to confirm what uses have been in place for a qualifying 10 year period by … [Read more...] about Letter to Members, February 2018
Planning update June 2016: Three paces forward
Three paces forward towards a better outcome for the Harbour (Message to Members 23.6.16) Planning Officers acknowledge concerns about likely profits from the residential planning scheme and instruct District Valuer’s office for an independent viability appraisal.The housing application to go back to the Planning Committee for a new vote, acknowledging flaws in the … [Read more...] about Planning update June 2016: Three paces forward