What can the Council do to stop trouble makers moving from one part of Dean Bank to another?
The majority of anti social behaviour is identified as being from the privately rented properties. However, the Council has a robust lettings system that has checks/references included with the aim of preventing tenancies being given to those who are known perpetrators of anti-social behaviour. If someone gets past these checks and still causes anti-social behaviour we have an enforcement team that can take legal action against these people. Consultation How will the local amenities be affected? We expect that local amenities will be improved through the measures we are taking. The decline in population in some the areas (in particular Ferryhill Station and Chilton West) mean that local schools and shops are under pressure. We hope that by boosting the housing market we can keep these services in business and attract further investment to the area. When did the Council Consult? Plans were drawn up by the community through extensive consultation that was carried out in all three affecte
