Delivering Projects under the Council Strategy

 

Projects related to opportunity

In 2023, unforeseen circumstances impacted our efforts to finalise the delivery of MVDC’s Local Plan.

Despite nearing its launch, we encountered delays as we awaited government confirmation regarding the potential exclusion of Green Belt sites following public consultation. Regrettably, in early 2024, it became apparent that our Plan did not align with the new changes.

In February 2024, MVDC Members voted to proceed and forwarded the plan for final approval to the Planning Inspector. We are now committed to presenting Mole Valley with a version that is poisedplanned for implementation later this year. 

 

 

 

Pippbrook House, with its rich history and architectural significance, stands as cherished landmark within our campus. However, the aging roof requires urgent refurbishment to protect the building from weather conditions. Currently, we are actively seeking funding to undertake these essential works and ensure the long-term preservation of this iconic building. 

In addition to refurbishment efforts, we are exploring new management options for Pippbrook House to further contribute to the regeneration of the property. 

Demolition of the Foundry site is underway and should be completed by summer 2024. From there, the plan is to build a modern, mixed-use development. We’ll be engaging with our communities through a public consultation, once we have a better understandingclear view of what options are available. 

The Joint Venture agreement with Kier Property (covering the Bull Hill and Swan Centre projects) was signed in October 2023 and ground surveys followed.

The first stage of public engagement is planned for this spring. Last year residents had the opportunity to share their views on the initial ideas for the Riverside area and we have also identified a specialist developer for Claire House and James House. 

Over the past three years, the Mole Valley Employment and Skills Hub, based at the Swan Centre in Leatherhead, with the help of grant funding from the Department for Work and Pensions, has helped hundreds of residents.

This year, using funding provided by MVDC from the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, it will continue to provide initiatives such as jobs fairs, digital skills advice, and cost of living events. 

Mole Valley for Business continues to offer a range of free measures to support businesses across the district, including 1-2-1 advice sessions, networking events and business leaders’ forums. In 2024, frequent business networking events featuring industry expert speakers will take place at differenta variety of venues across Mole Valley. 

Wathen Road Car Park in Doring will receive a face lift later this year. Car park users can expect a new surface, signage, improved drainage, and pedestrian access. 

 

Annual Plan and Cabinet Performance Indicators

Annual Plan Objectives

2024/25 Annual Plan ObjectiveCabinet Portfolio
1. Enable young people to access and take part in a range of activities that they might not ordinarily be able to afford by continuing to run a programme of out of school activitiesLeisure & Tourism
2. Continue to expand our Mole Valley Life services by working with Health and Social Care partners, so that older and vulnerable people can live well and independently in their own homes for longerClimate Change & Wellbeing
3. Implement the revised approach to the provision of Disabled Facilities Grants to maximise support to vulnerable residentsCommunity Services
4. Continue to build community capacity and support community infrastructure through the continuation of a grant schemeFinance
5. Undertake refurbishment works at Dorking HallsLeisure & Tourism
6. Implement a revised approach to CCTV across the DistrictInternal Services & Security
7. Make best use of developer contributions (from Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 agreements) to fund Council Priorities, including affordable housing* and infrastructure for communitiesCommunity Services / Finance

Cabinet Performance Indicators

 2024/25 Cabinet Performance IndicatorTarget 2024/25
1. Number of rough sleepers in the district on a given dateData only
2. Number of households in bed and breakfast accommodation and nightly stay accommodation Data only
3. Number of households on the Housing RegisterData only
4. Number of households in emergency accommodationData only
5. Number of affordable homes completed47
6. Number of people who have received aids or adaptations to their homes via the disabled facility grant scheme Data only
7. Percentage of approved disabled facility grant applications where the adaptation has been completed90%
8. Time taken to repair/replace playground equipment 10 working days

Annual Plan Objectives

2024/25 Annual Plan ObjectiveCabinet Portfolio
1. Enable young people to access and take part in a range of activities that they might not ordinarily be able to afford by continuing to run a programme of out of school activitiesLeisure & Tourism
2. Continue to expand our Mole Valley Life services by working with Health and Social Care partners, so that older and vulnerable people can live well and independently in their own homes for longerClimate Change & Wellbeing
3. Implement the revised approach to the provision of Disabled Facilities Grants to maximise support to vulnerable residentsCommunity Services
4. Continue to build community capacity and support community infrastructure through the continuation of a grant schemeFinance
5. Undertake refurbishment works at Dorking HallsLeisure & Tourism
6. Implement a revised approach to CCTV across the DistrictInternal Services & Security
7. Make best use of developer contributions (from Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 agreements) to fund Council Priorities, including affordable housing* and infrastructure for communitiesCommunity Services / Finance

Cabinet Performance Indicators

 2024/25 Cabinet Performance IndicatorTarget 2024/25
1. Number of rough sleepers in the district on a given dateData only
2. Number of households in bed and breakfast accommodation and nightly stay accommodation Data only
3. Number of households on the Housing RegisterData only
4. Number of households in emergency accommodationData only
5. Number of affordable homes completed47
6. Number of people who have received aids or adaptations to their homes via the disabled facility grant scheme Data only
7. Percentage of approved disabled facility grant applications where the adaptation has been completed90%
8. Time taken to repair/replace playground equipment 10 working days

Annual Plan Objectives

2024/25 Annual Plan ObjectiveCabinet Portfolio
1. Enable young people to access and take part in a range of activities that they might not ordinarily be able to afford by continuing to run a programme of out of school activitiesLeisure & Tourism
2. Continue to expand our Mole Valley Life services by working with Health and Social Care partners, so that older and vulnerable people can live well and independently in their own homes for longerClimate Change & Wellbeing
3. Implement the revised approach to the provision of Disabled Facilities Grants to maximise support to vulnerable residentsCommunity Services
4. Continue to build community capacity and support community infrastructure through the continuation of a grant schemeFinance
5. Undertake refurbishment works at Dorking HallsLeisure & Tourism
6. Implement a revised approach to CCTV across the DistrictInternal Services & Security
7. Make best use of developer contributions (from Community Infrastructure Levy and Section 106 agreements) to fund Council Priorities, including affordable housing* and infrastructure for communitiesCommunity Services / Finance

Cabinet Performance Indicators

 2024/25 Cabinet Performance IndicatorTarget 2024/25
1. Number of rough sleepers in the district on a given dateData only
2. Number of households in bed and breakfast accommodation and nightly stay accommodation Data only
3. Number of households on the Housing RegisterData only
4. Number of households in emergency accommodationData only
5. Number of affordable homes completed47
6. Number of people who have received aids or adaptations to their homes via the disabled facility grant scheme Data only
7. Percentage of approved disabled facility grant applications where the adaptation has been completed90%
8. Time taken to repair/replace playground equipment 10 working days