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OXFORD DIOCESAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE CARE OF CHURCHES

MINUTES of the meeting of the Committee held in the Freind Room at Christ Church, Oxford at 4.30pm on 17th July 2017

PRESENT: Canon A Daffern (Acting Chair), Prof B Kemp, Ven C Allsopp, Revd Dr A Doig, Mr

D Clark, Mr J Munby, Mrs H Ensor, Archdeacon of Buckingham, Archdeacon of Berkshire, Archdeacon of Dorchester, Mrs J Christie, Revd V Plumb, Mrs G Argyll, Revd Canon J West, Prof J Missenden, Revd Canon Dr P Groves, Revd S Pullin,

Mr H Gibbon, Revd D Witchell, Mr D Oliver (Deputy Diocesan Registrar), Mrs H Lambourne (Diocesan Registry Clerk)

DAC Staff: Mrs L Kitch, Mrs C Lodge, Ms C Fenn, Mrs S Hammond, Mrs H Robertson

APOLOGIES:

Mr C Baker (Chairman), Mr R Evans, Ms G O’Farrell-Wallum, Archdeacon of

Oxford, Mr B Williams (organ advisor), Revd R Woodhams (organ advisor), Mr A Frost (bells advisor), Mr B Martin, Mr D Mason

Prior to the beginning of the meeting the Senior Church Buildings Officer, Liz

Kitch, announced to the Committee that following the approval of the Diocesan Registrar, the Diocesan Secretary, the Director of the Church Buildings Council, and Bishop’s Council, the Bishop of Oxford had appointed the Reverend Canon

Adrian Daffern to succeed Mr Charles Baker as Chairperson of the DAC, effective as of January 2018.

1. Minutes of the meeting held on 12th June 2017 were approved

2. Declarations of interest Revd Canon J West – Banbury St Mary and Hempton St John the

Evangelist Helen Ensor – Shipton under Wychwood St Mary and Lincoln College Chapel

Revd Dr A Doig – Hempton St John the Evangelist

4. Correspondence and other matters for consideration

The 2017 DAC Risk Register was ratified. Committee members requested

that the site visits be considered as ‘high risk’ due to the inspection of towers involving working at height, often with poor access. Additionally,

the risk of infection from bird droppings and other air contaminants was noted. It was suggested that PPE may be made available for visits involving these risks.

Thames Pilgrim Pathway Signage – The Committee resolved to support the

standard design of the proposed interpretation panels. The Committee


suggests to the Chancellor that an Additional Matters Order be drafted, and that the location of each sign be agreed by DAC officers prior to

installation, the DAC officers may then defer to the Archdeacon’s judgement should it not be possible to come to a resolution with the

parish. The accuracy of the content of each sign should be carefully checked by the designers prior to production. The DAC did raise the issue of whether planning permission may be needed for the signs.

Chris Fenn gave a helpful update on the metal theft cases the DAC have

seen over the last 12 months.

Total incidents logged (including roof alarm applications) = 69

List B permissions granted for roof alarms as a preventative

measure = 25

Total no. of re-roofing applications received = 40

Total no. of re-roofing applications dealt with = 32 (80%)

Applications not received or progressed = 17

Chris will now be in touch from the 17 parishes we have not received

repair or recover applications from.

The Committee heard that Historic England have updated their guidance on metal theft, and a new DAC webpage will be designed shortly to

provide guidance to parishes regarding all aspects of prevention and repair following theft.

https://content.historicengland.org.uk/images-books/publications/metal-theft-from-historic-buildings/170806-metal-theft-text-only.pdf/




5. Returning Casework

2017-

008702 Hazlemere: Holy Trinity

(627805)

Buckingham unlisted Development LK

Proposals:

The Construction of a new Parish Centre, involving the demolition of some of the offices, and the refurbishment of the church itself.

The Committee noted that revised Statements of Significance and Need, and the

results of consultation with the Twentieth Century Society and the Victorian Society remained outstanding. Despite this, the Committee resolved that the revised proposals were a substantial improvement on the initial submission, with

the mass of the new building having a lesser impact on the church than that previous proposed. The Committee went on to suggest that the design was

amended to allow the new building to step back slightly from the tower, to slim down the fascia to create a more elegant structure, and raised concerns that the circular window on the (liturgical) north elevation of the proposed extension may

date the building. The Committee resolved to delegate the scheme to a sub committee in order to continue working on the detailed design with the parish

team prior to an NOA being issued. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 does not apply as the building is not listed. Planning permission is required.

2016-006096

Slough: St Paul (627671)

Buckingham unlisted Development LK

Proposals: Extensive internal re-ordering of the church including creation of a new main entrance to the church through the south chapel.

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application. A supportive Notification of Advice to be issued by the SCBO following a content response from the DAC advisor regarding the heating, lighting and electrical

elements of the proposals. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 does not apply as the building is not listed, hence

no consultation with amenity societies has been required. Planning permission is required.

2017-011164

Waterside: Christ Church (627575)

Buckingham II Dev CF

Proposals: Introduction of glazed doors within the south porch.

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application. A

supportive NOA to be issued. The Committee heard that the Victorian Society

were not content with the proposals and therefore requested that the Historic

Churches Support Officer direct the PCC to the Diocesan Registry in order to


understand fully the legal process and possible fees if the Victorian Society wish

to become party opponents to the petition.

The proposals are likely to affect the character of the church as a building of

special architectural or historic interest. The Victorian Society have been

consulted. Planning permission may be required. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015

applies.

2016-005370

Lewknor: St Margaret (627015)

Dorchester

I Dev LK

Proposals: Extensive re-ordering of the church interior including removal of all the nave pews, installation of a WC and kitchen, introduction of an additional ringing floor

and gallery.

The Committee resolved as follows: The relocation of the organ – it was considered a shame to block the window of

the east wall of the south aisle by relocating the organ as proposed. The Committee therefore suggest that the organ be moved against the south wall of

the aisle, between the windows, whilst storage cupboards are installed beneath the window of the east wall of the aisle. Should it be found this is not possible due to lack of space between the windows the Committee was content to accept

the proposal as presented. The design of the gallery and balustrade – the Committee resolved to support the

design subject to amendments as suggested by the SCBO regarding the alignment of the timber posts to the balcony with the framework of the bifold doors below, and that the glazed sections of the bi fold doors are rectangular

rather than square as shown on the submitted drawings.

The floor - The Committee considered that to lay the under floor heating system

on top of the existing floor would be significantly less invasive than lifting the floor. This loss of the existing floor was considered acceptable due to the moderately low significance of the Victorian tiles in this area. Due to the existing

floor being lost the Committee resolved that it was appropriate to finish the floor in a single material, reinstating the layout of tiles and timber platforms would not

be appropriate as this floor covering would no longer hold any context within the finished scheme.

The Committee therefore resolved to support the principle of the scheme and

delegated issue of a supportive NOA with appropriate provisos to the SCBO upon content responses being received from the subcommittee. The Committee also

pointed out the use of Celotex as an insulation material. This material is currently under investigation following the Grenfell tower fire and the Committee therefore suggested that the church’s insurers are contacted regarding the proposed use of

this material.

CBC, HE, Vic Soc and SPAB have been consulted. The LPA views under schedule 2

are required. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 will apply. The proposals are likely to affect the character of the building and impact archaeological remains. Archaeological conditions therefore apply.


2016-

004867 Beaconsfield: St Michael &

All Angels (627568) Buckingham II Dev SH

Proposals:

Disposal of existing Nave Chairs and replacement with new ones.

The Committee considered that up holstered chairs were not the most

appropriate introduction for the building due to the aesthetic impact of the coloured upholstery and robust timber frame, however having considered the

further explanation of the parish’s selection process for the chairs and needs of the congregation the Committee resolved to recommend the proposals for faculty application.

The proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of special architectural or historic interest.

Offline Wootton (Glympton) St

Mary (627279)

Dorchester II* Dev SH

Proposals: Replacement of inner baize doors and 19th century (?) timber

enclosure with glazed doors featuring steel relief decoration and new timber enclosure as memorial to local family

The Committee considered that the design was not of an appropriate quality for

introduction to this church building – the relevant of horse chestnuts had not been expressed in great detail, although the Committee was not unsupportive of

a naturalistic design. The proposed ‘branch’ like handles may be difficult for some people to open easily. No information on the significance of the existing timber enclosure, or information on why this must be removed, had been provided. This

appears Victorian and is perhaps more significant as an example of local/rustic craftsmanship than as a piece of historic note, but nonetheless perfectly capable

of being reused. The Committee did however resolve to support the removal of the baize doors.

The steel upright of the door frame is also unnecessarily prominent, obstructing the elegance of the door and disrupting the design. The Committee noted that if

the doors are to be replaced the option for an electrically assisted door mechanism should be taken up.

Helen Ensor and David Clark agreed to visit site.

The LPA (planning permission) and HE to be consulted. The proposals are likely

to affect the character of the church as a building of special architectural or

historic interest. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 applies.


2016-

006500 Headington Quarry: Holy

Trinity (627199) Oxford II Dev LK

Proposals:

Internal reordering and construction of an extension to house new facilities along the south aisle of the church.

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application with an

NOA to be issued by the SCBO upon receipt of the abutment detail drawing, ramp

detail drawing, and clarified documentation.

Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 will apply. HE and the Vic Soc have been consulted

and are content. The LPA are to be consulted under Schedule 2 of the FJ Rules

2015. Planning permission has been granted. The proposals are likely to affect

the character of the church as a building of special architectural or historic

interest. Archaeological remains are also likely to be affected, archaeological

standard condition therefore applies.

Offline Twyford: The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary

(627702)

Buckingham I HC HR

Proposals: Replacement of south aisle roof with TCSS.

The Committee resolved to support the application for faculty permission. The ACBO to issue an NOA upon receipt of a revised quotation confirming the TCSS

will be formed with solid rolls to emulate lead, instead of standing seams as current stated. Also, the QI to confirm approval of the proposed works in writing

prior to the NOA being issued. Historic England and LPA (planning permission) to be consulted. The proposals

are likely to affect the character of the church as a building of special

architectural or historic interest.

Rule 9.9 and the usual 28 day public notice not to be displayed due to the

sensitive nature of this application.

2017-

007660 Hempton: St John the

Evangelist (627143) Dorchester II Dev SH

Proposals: Removal of 12 pews and replacement with Treske St Wilfred chairs;

relocation of font; upgrading of heating system.

The Revd Dr A Doig and Revd Canon J West declared an interest in this case.


Mr D Clark to advise the parish on which of the pews are most significant, and

should be retained, it may be that some of the longer pews are more significant than the shorter pews and could be shortened in order to be retained, instead of

shorter, lesser quality pews, being retained. The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application, the NOA to

be issued upon receipt of content responses from Mr D Clark. The DAC heating advisor is content with the proposals. The NOA to be issued subject to standard

archaeological and wiring conditions. The Vic Soc and SPAB to be consulted and the church’s insures to be informed.

The proposals are likely to affect the character of the church as a building of special architectural or historic interest. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 applies.

6. Site Visits

A) To note

North Hinksey – CF

Wendlebury - CF Langford St Matthew – LK East Ilsley – LK

Hampstead Norreys – LK Oxford St Thomas - HR

B) To discuss

2016-006505

Bucknell: St Peter (627033)

Dorchester I Dev CF

Proposals: Provision of toilet and hand washing facilities

The Committee resolved to ratify the site visit report to include addendum reflecting subsequent drawings received 30/06/2017.


2017-

007886 Marlow: All Saints

(627813) Buckingham II* Dev CF

Proposals: Improvements to WC / facilities within the Narthex

The Committee resolved to ratify the site visit report.

The Committee supported the principle of the scheme, and expressed

overwhelming preference for a contemporary staircase. The Committee resolved

to delegate approval of detailed construction specification, and proposals for the

relocation (if required) of the wall memorial/commandment boards and a method

statement explaining how they are to be moved, to DAC officers and architect

member of the DAC before Notification of Advice is to be issued.

Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 applies. The proposals are likely to

affect the character of the church as a building of architectural or historical

interest. The Victorian Society and Historic England are to be consulted, and the

Local Planning Authority (Schedule 2).

2017-

010677 Shipton-under-Wychwood:

St Mary (627092) Dorchester I Dev CF

Proposals: Major reordering

The Mrs H Ensor declared an interest in this case. Due to confusing responses from the PCC regarding what the application is to include the Committee resolved

to defer consideration of the scheme.

2017-

008957 Holton: St Bartholomew

(627114) Dorchester I Dev CF

Proposals: Formation of new smaller vestry to accommodate a toilet

The Committee resolved to ratify the site visit report and supported the principle of the scheme, delegating the issue of a supportive NOA to DAC officers upon receipt of Prof B Kemp’s agreement to the proposals concerning relocation of the

wall monument. The guidance note detailing works impacting personal memorials, and the necessary consultation guidance, should be provided to the

PCC by the HCSO.


2016-

006698 Great Hampden: St Mary

Magdalene (627782) Buckingham II* Development HR

Proposals: Internal alterations to vestry

The Committee resolved to ratify the site visit report. The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application. The proposals are not likely to affect

the character of the church as a building of special architectural or historic interest, therefore no consultation has been requested. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules

2015 does not apply. Existing service runs are to be used so no archaeological condition has been placed on the proposals.

offline New College Chapel (827003)

Oxford I Dev LK

Proposals: The introduction of decorative timber panelling of west wall of ante chapel.

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. It was considered that the proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of special architectural or historic interest, therefore no consultation

has been requested. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 does not apply.

offline New College Chapel (827003)

Oxford I Dev LK

Proposals: The introduction of a ‘temporary’ storage shed within the chapel yard to store staging, chairs etc.

The Committee resolved to support the principle of a temporary storage facility in this area and delegated to DAC officers and Julian Munby for a Notification of Advice to be issued upon receipt of appropriate drawings.

2017- 008906

New College Chapel (827003)

Oxford I Dev LK

Proposals: Extensive redevelopment of the vestries and song school.

The Committee resolved to ratify the site visit report and supported the principle of the scheme. The Committee resolved to reverse its original comments regarding the extension of the infill building right up to the city wall, making the

inner face of the wall an internal structure.


C) Upcoming visits to attend

2016-006074

Steeple Aston: St Peter and St Paul (627278)

Dorchester II* Dev SH

Proposals: Extensive re-ordering of the church to provide additional facilities, levelling of the floor throughout.

DATE and TIME 10th August afternoon attendees needed please

2016-001742

Bledlow: Holy Trinity Buckingham I Development HR

Proposals: Internal alterations including the removal of pew platforms, renewal of

stone flooring with installation of underfloor heating, modification of internal

steps and handrail and draughtproofing to entrance doors.

Case Officer Comment: We advise a site visit is organised to discuss plans in context. Date of visit 2nd

August at 10am. Please contact Hannah if you would like to attend.

7. New Cases

A) Advise discuss

2017-

011388 Mursley: St Mary the

Virgin (627741) Buckingham II* Dev CF

Proposals: Reordering to provide toilet and servery, new ringing platform to tower

and vestry below

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application and

delegated issue of an NOA to the HSCO upon receipt of appropriated detailed

construction drawings and specification of works, including drainage, water

supply routes and extract ventilation requirements.

Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 applies. The proposals are likely to

affect the character of the historic building. Historic England, SPAB and Victorian

Society and the LPA (schedule 2 and planning permission) are to be consulted.

The NOA to include standard archaeological conditions.


2017-009495

Sandford on Thames: St Andrew (627206)

Oxford II* Dev CF

Proposals: Disposal of 10 pews, introduction of upholstered chairs and a nave altar

The Committee resolved that further information within both the Statement of

Need and Statement of Significance was required in order for the DAC to consider

the proposals, and therefore deferred discussion of the item until this was

available. The Committee also considered that the introduction of upholstered

chairs was not appropriate.

Parish have consulted Historic England and the Victorian Society and comments

awaited. The LPA will also need to be consulted (Schedule 2 of the FJ Rules 2015)

as the proposals are likely to affect the character of church are a building of

architectural of historical interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015

applies.

2017-011232

Sonning: St Andrew (627489)

Berkshire II* Churchyard CF

Proposals: Installation of automated steel gates to replace existing wooden gates

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application with the proviso that alternative pedestrian access to the church was available should the

gates be locked. In addition the style of gate currently proposed is not considered to be substantial enough. The Committee resolved to delegate issue of an NOA to the HCSO subject to these provisos.Guidance notes relating to works involving

memorials should be followed and the specific Public Notice template used. The proposals are not likely to affect the character of church as a building of

architectural of historical interest, or archaeological remains. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 does not apply, however planning permission will be required.

2017-010923

White Waltham: St Mary the Virgin (627389)

Berkshire II* Repair & Conservation

HR

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application, a supportive NOA to be issued. The SCBO is asked to draft a letter to the local

authority regarding the danger posed by the high speed limit and lack of traffic calming measures which are resulting in costs to the PCC. The letter will be

forwarded to the Bishop Oxford for his support.


Offline Lyford: St Mary (627513) Dorchester II* Repair and conservation

LK

Proposals: Extension of weatherboarding across corner posts of the belfry.

The Committee considered the comments of Mr B Martin, alongside those of

SPAB, HE and the LPA. On balance the Committee resolved to recommend the

scheme for faculty application, with the suggestion that a groove is detailed

within the edge of the weatherboarding to emulate the aesthetic of the corner

post. A supportive NOA to be issued. The proposals are likely to affect the

character of the church as a building of architectural of historical interest. Rule

9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 does not apply.

2017-

011252 Cranbourne: St Peter

(627328) Berkshire II OBC SH

Proposals: Alteration of timber panelling of organ room, in order to make it

ventilated.

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application. The

proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of architectural of historical interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 does not apply.

2017-

010909 Bicester: St Edburg

(627031) Dorchester I Repair and

conservation

SH

Proposals: Remounting of brasses in existing positions with improved security.

The Committee resolved to support the principle of the proposals and to delegate the issue of an NOA to the ACBO.

2017-009257

Enstone: St Kenelm (627077)

Dorchester II* OBC CF

Proposals: Replacement and re-siting of electronic organ and speakers, and disposal of old organ

The Committee resolved to support the proposal for faculty application, an NOA

to be issued.


2017-

010705 Bloxham: Our Lady of

Bloxham (627136) Dorchester I Dev SH

Proposals: Permanent removal of seven pews and three fronts formerly removed

from the church without permission.

A frontal stored in the barn will be returned to the church as there was no

permission in place for this to be removed from the church. An NOA to support the disposal of the seven pews to be issued. The frontals are

to be left in the church until considered within wider re-ordering plans in the future. The works are not likely to affect the character of the church of the church as a

building of architectural of historical interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015 does not apply.

2017-011465

Witney: St Mary the Virgin (627266)

Dorchester I Lit LK

Proposals: Redecoration of chancel including war memorial decorative scheme to chancel

ceiling to be carried out in accordance with the quotation by Campbell Smith and

the document 'Re-imagining St Mary's for the 21st Century Phase 3(d):

Transforming the Interior of St Mary's Chancel'.

The Committee resolved not to object to the scheme, with the reasoning that the painting of the ceiling is unlikely to be clearly seen from ground level. The DAC

agreed with Richard Peats of Historic England, that the common rafters should not be painted. The proposals are likely to affect the character of the church as a building of architectural of historical interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction

Rules 2015 applies.

2017-011230

Witney: St Mary the Virgin (627266)

Dorchester I Lit SH

Proposals: Installation of wooden statue of Our Lady of Walsingham and votive

candle stand

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. The

proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of


does not apply.


2017-

007719 Dunsden: All Saints

(627182) Dorchester NL Development HR

Proposals: Removal of eight pews

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. The proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of architectural of historical interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015

does not apply.

2017-

011171 Wytham: All Saints

(627231) Oxford II Development HR

Proposals: Removal of two pews.

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application.

The proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of


does not apply.

2016-005774

Hornton St John the Baptist (627184)

Dorchester I Dev SH

Proposals: Provide Disabled WC, Vestry, servery, storage cupboards and improved electrics

The Committee resolved to defer consideration of the proposals until detailed plans, elevations, section drawings and specifications for both aspects of this

scheme are available. The architect should ensure that the kitchen units are in solid wood and a ventilation gap provided, for the sake of longevity. Consultation responses should also be obtained. The proposals will affect the character of the

building and may impact archaeological remains. Historic England and SPAB are to be consulted, the LPA (schedule 2) to be consulted. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty

Jurisdiction Rules 2015 applies.


2017-

007819 Newbury: St Nicolas

(627427) Berkshire I M&E LK

Proposals:

Replacement of lighting in main church to be carried out in accordance with the Specification of Works and associated drawings by Light Perceptions dated June

2017.

The Committee resolved to recommend the works for faculty application. The

proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of

architectural or historic interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015

does not apply. The NOA to include the standard electrical and wiring proviso.

2017-011373

Lincoln College Chapel, Oxford (827009)

Oxford II* Repair &

Conservation HR

Proposals: Restoration of east window and installation of protective glazing

The Mrs H Ensor declared an interest in this case.

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application, with an NOA to be issued upon receipt of an appropriate glazing plan indicating the way in which the windows support bars relate to the protective glazing system, a

drawing from the surveyor illustrating the relationship of the glass to the window stonework in section as existing and as proposed. Details of the new bronze fixing

locations should also be shown, these must be arranged to avoid damage to the stonework. A supportive statement as requested by SPAB should also be submitted.

The proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of architectural or historic interest. Rule 9.9 of the Faculty Jurisdiction Rules 2015

does not apply. Due to the sensitive nature of the conservation proposals SPAB, CBC and HE have been consulted. The LPA to be consulted to confirm whether or not planning permission is required. The NOA to be issued subject to the standard

recording condition.

2017-

010691 Gerrard's Cross: St James

(627586) Buckingham II* Churchyard LK

Proposals:

Set aside area of churchyard for interment of cremated remains



2017-

009491 Hanslope: St James the

Great (627760) Buckingham I Churchyard SH

Proposals: Erection of a sign in churchyard

The Committee resolved to recommend the works for faculty application with the

proviso that the design is revised to provide more structural support. The ACBO

to review the revised design when available and subsequently issue the NOA.

Planning permission may be required.

2017-009364

Fulmer: St James (627585)

Buckingham II* Churchyard HR

Proposals: Set aside area of churchyard for interment of cremated remains


2017-

009526 Shaw-cum-Donnington: St

Mary (627429) Berkshire II M&E HR

Proposals: Installation of new lighting system

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. The

NOA to include the provisos that the lights are not to be screwed into wall paintings in the chancel and sanctuary nor to the decorative roof timbers

(including wall posts and corbels) in the nave to ensure no permanent damage is implemented. Standard wiring condition will apply, the NOA to be issued once confirmation has been received that the QI architect has agreed the proposed

wiring routes and fixing locations. The proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church as a building of special architectural or historic interest.

Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 does not apply.


B) Advise support recommendation

2017-011286

Maids Moreton: St Edmund (627638)

Buckingham I Churchyard SH

Proposals: Resurfacing of path in resin bound gravel and paver edging

The Committee resolved to recommend the works for faculty application. The LPA to be consulted (planning permission).

2017-011341

Newbury: St Nicolas (627427)

Berkshire I M&E HR

Proposals: Installation of a projection system

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application and

delegated the scheme to the ACBO to issue the NOA upon confirmation that the

QI architect had agreed the wiring routes. Standard wiring and electrical

conditions apply. The proposals are not likely to affect the character of the church

as a building of special architectural or historic interest. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules

2015 does not apply.

2017-

008099 Penn Street: Holy Trinity

(627590) Buckingham II* Repair &

Conservation HR

Proposals: Retrospective faculty to investigate and repair leak in the roof of the

church

The Committee resolved to recommend these works for retrospective faculty

permission. The ACBO to issue the NOA following a visit to the church to inspect

the ladders which have been installed. The proposals are not likely to have

affected the character of the church as a building of special architectural or

historic interest and Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 would not have applied.


2017-

008194

Bisham: All Saints

(627366) Buckingham II* M&E HR

Proposals: Remove redundant coke/oil fired boiler and associated asbestos

lagging

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application with

the proviso that a background air test is undertaken in both the boiler room and

main church space after the removal works are completed to ensure that no

hazardous materials remain in the air. Additionally, the boiler room is open to the

nave; therefore, no services or events are to take place in the church until the

background air test demonstrates the space is safe to enter. The proposals are

not likely to have an affect on the character of the church as a building of special

architectural or historic interest, or impact archaeological remains. Rule 9.9 of

the FJ Rules 2015 will not apply.

2017-008698

Wasing: St Nicholas (627364)

Berkshire I Organs,

bells and

clocks

HR

Proposals: Clean and overhaul of the church organ


Should the PCC wish to include provision for temporary installation of an

electronic organ within this petition the DAC would also support this with the

proviso that a specification of the temporary instrument, details of its locations

and any speaker locations and fixings are agreed by DAC officers prior to issue of

the NOA. The proposals are not likely to have an effect on the character of the

church as a building of special architectural or historic interest. Rule 9.9 of the FJ

Rules 2015 will not apply.

2017-

010825 Letcombe Bassett: St

Michael & All Angels (627555)

Dorchester II* Churchyard HR

Proposals: Installation of three soakaways in churchyard

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application subject

to archaeological condition. These proposals may have a direct impact on burial

archaeology. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 does not apply.


2017-

011134 Penn: Holy Trinity

(627589) Buckingham I Repair &

Conservation HR

Proposals: Restoration of clock face

The Committee resolved to support the scheme for faculty application. Rule 9.9 of the FJ Rules 2015 does not apply.

2017-010973

Beaconsfield: St Mary & All Saints (627567)

Buckingham II* M&E HR

Proposals: Replacement of existing bollard lighting and cabling network

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. NOA

to be issued by DAC officers upon receipt of appropriate wiring route, NOA to

include standard archaeological and wiring and electrical conditions.

It should be noted that these proposals may have a direct impact on burial

archaeology.

2017-008346

Fulmer: St James (627585)

Buckingham II* Liturgical

HR

Proposals: Addition of Silver plated communion ciborium

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. Further details of the wording and font of the inscription are to be agreed prior to issue of an NOA.

2017-011153

Faringdon: All Saints (627507)

Dorchester I Repair and conservation

CF

Proposals: Replacement of failed roof lights

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application. Historic England and local planning authority (planning permission) to be

consulted.


2017-

009521

Berinsfield: St Mary and St

Berin (627102) Dorchester NL Development HR

Proposals: Internal refurbishments


2017-010827

Frilsham: St Frideswide (627412)

Berkshire II* Repair & Conservation

HR

Proposals: Repairs to cast iron railings to church yard following fall of tree during Storm Doris


2016-005428

Sunninghill: St Michael & All Angels (627336)

Berkshire II M&E CF

Proposals: Replace oil heating with new electric system including (connection to)

3 phase electricity supply installed under interim faculty and disposal of

redundant oil storage tank

The Committee resolved to recommend the principle of the scheme for faculty

application and delegated the matter to DAC officers and the DAC heating advisor

to issue an NOA when a content response has been received. Standard electrical

and wiring conditions apply.

2017-010938

South Stoke: St Andrew (627185)

Dorchester II* Churchyard HR

Proposals: Removal of holly tree adjacent to neighbour’s house

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application, NOA to be issued. The LPA to be consulted (planning permission).


2017-

009280 South Stoke: St Andrew

(627185) Dorchester II* OBC HR

Proposals: Installation of automatic winder for church tower clock

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application,

following a content response from the DAC clocks advisor, with the proviso that no part of the clock is to be drilled, cut or altered in any way and that the weights

and pulleys etc. that are made redundant are stored on site and not disposed of. NOA to be issued.

2016-005782

Hanwell: St Peter (627146)

Dorchester I Churchyard SH

Proposals: Underpinning of chest tomb in churchyard

The Committee resolved to defer consideration of the proposal pending receipt of

condition report and an ICON conservator’s specification.

offline Culham: St Paul (627107) Dorchester II Repair CF

Proposals: Regularisation of works to the floor carried out under interim faculty permission.

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application, NOA to be issued.

offline Wokingham St Paul (627494)

Berkshire II* Dev LK

Proposals: Disposal of a cabinet within the vestry, possibly by Woodyer

The Committee resolved to delegate the case to David Clark to establish the principle of disposal, to be brought back to Committee for discussion if found to

be of significance. If not an NOA to be issued when David is content.


2017-

011552

Cogges: St Marys

(627245) Dorchester I Churchyard HR

Proposals:

Laying of small new section of path around lychgate to church centre toilets


delegated issue of the NOA to the ACBO and upon receipt of confirmation of the

approach to be taken by the PCC, and a content response to these proposals from

Revd Canon J West. The LPA to be consulted (planning permission may be

required)

offline Aston Rowant: St Peter and St Paul (627005)

Dorchester II* churchyard

LK

Proposals: Repair of a table tomb which has completely collapsed and the ledgers shattered

into the brick vault below. Interim faculty permission will be sought to backfill the vault and lay the ledger stone across the top.

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application and delegated issue of the NOA to the SCBO upon receipt of appropriate quotations.

offline Easthampstead: St Michael

and St Mary Magdalene (627329)

Berkshire II HC LK

Proposals:

Repair of a timber altar which was set alight in a recent act of vandalism. The parish are obtaining quotes for the work.


delegated issue of the NOA to the SCBO upon receipt of appropriate quotations.

offline Lambourn St Michael and

All Angels (627424)

Berkshire I HC LK

Proposals:

Regularise interim faculty to install clerestory window mesh guards

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application, NOA

to be issued. The LPA to be consulted.


offline Aston Clinton: St Michael

and All Angels (627776) Buckingham II* HC LK

Proposals:

Repair of the priest and vestry doors following a break in. The strap hinges were prised off the priest’s door and surrounding stone jamb was hacked into.


delegated issue of the NOA to the SCBO upon receipt of appropriate quotations.

offline Stony Stratford: St Mary and St Giles (627721)

Buckingham II* M&E LK

Proposals: Replacement of two radiators in the chancel, which may lead the replacement of the heating system.

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application and delegated issue of the NOA to the SCBO upon receipt of appropriate quotations and a content response from the DAC heating advisor.

offline Bicester: St Edburg (627031)

Dorchester I HC LK

Proposals: Glazing repairs following vandalism. Interim faculty permission will be sought but subsequent NOA will be needed. Four panels of painted glass dating to 1870 have

been damaged.


2017-011551

Radclive cum Chackmore: St John the Evangelist (627642)

Buckingham I churchyard

LK

Proposals: Restoration of war memorial within churchyard.



2017-

009256 Ascott-under-Wychwood:

Holy Trinity (627066) Dorchester II* OBC SH

Proposals:

Repairs of tenor bell and stabilising of bell frame.


to be issued upon receipt of a content response from the DAC bells advisor.

2017-

011051 Chipping Norton: St Mary

the Virgin (627071) Dorchester I M&E SH

Proposals: installation of a new sound desk cabinet


to be issued subject to usual wiring conditions.

2017-011245

Banbury: St Mary (627130)

Dorchester I OBC SH

Proposals: Installation of donated baby grand piano

The Revd Canon J West declared an interest in this case. The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application, NOA to be issued.

2017-011212

Banbury: St Mary (627130)

Dorchester I OBC SH

Proposals: Hanging of two WW1framed memorials on the interior north wall

The Committee resolved to recommend the scheme for faculty application, NOA to be issued.


2016-

005490 Oxford: St Andrew

(627214) Oxford NL M&E HR

Proposals: Installation of intruder Alarm & CCTV


to be issued subject to usual wiring conditions.

offline Cottisford: St Mary the

Virgin (627038)

Dorchester II* Churchyard LK

Proposals:

Repair of a broken stone cross in churchyard, including removal of the two plinths

(believed to be Victorian) and replacement with a single new plinth. The

introduction of new York stone paving around the perimeter of the memorial. It is

not proposed to re-instate the lost cross. Replacement of the stone edging to the

perimeter path around the memorial which has been lost over time.


delegated issue of the NOA to DAC officers when an appropriate quotation including details of the proposed stone material and laying method have been provided and with the proviso that the second plinth should not be omitted.

8. Private Petitions

Wardington – St Mary Magdelene (Wilson) LK

The Committee resolved to recommend the proposal for faculty application.

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