FIXMYSTREET IN AB33 8PB
The following problems have been reported on Fix My Street within 2 miles of AB33 8PB:
Very deep pothole just as you turn into street., 11th March
Large deep pothole at side of Drain, just as you turn off Donside road into David McLean drive.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): David McLean Drive, Alford
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Three potholes, each requiring change of direction to avoid hitting them. Children cycle to bus stop daily, so risk of injury is high., 5th March
Multiple potholes.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Alford
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Large deep pothole adjacent to drain, exposing hard metal edging, on driving line., 20th February
Large deep pothole adjacent to drain, exposing hard metal edging, on driving line.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): David McLean Drive, Alford
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Street light on lane, 16th December
Not working, light in lane that runs behind Alen Drive to Leslie Crescent is not working
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Leslie Crescent, Alford
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All street lights in the park no working, 11th December
The road to the entrance of the park, is Aberdeenshire Council owned & only a few street lights have been working. This morning none were working
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): The Lang Stracht, Alford
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Two street light out, 14th October
Two street light on the pedestrianised section of Greystone Road, Alford are not working
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Greystone Road, Alford
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Opposite 14 Greystone Road, Alford, 1st July
Broken gully cover
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Greystone Road, Alford
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Overhanging hedge, 29th May
Narrow pavement leading to school. Overhanging hedge makes less than half pavement width useable.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by OpenStreetMap): Greystone Road, Alford
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Fallen tree, 23rd February
Quite a large tree has been brought down by the winds last Friday. It is not blocking the footpath but is blocking the grass area
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 9 Alen Drive, Alford
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Pothole,, 15th May
With super high road taxes it would be thought our roads would in at least a fit for purpose condition
Suspension damaging pot hole, urgently required to be repaired
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 10 McCombie Terrace, Alford
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Abrasive aggregates damaging to car windscreens, 5th December
Why are the council spreading sand on our streets As per the Scottish Government guidelines, local authorities are allow for abrasive aggregates to be considered in a ratio of 50:50 with salt but this is rarely used and is predominantly as an additional mitigation measure for extreme snow events.
Photo is just example of sand - sand was used all over Alford
Last week was NOT an extreme snow event
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Swimming Pool GREYSTONE, Alford
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Broken road surface and gravel, 29th March
The road surface at the junction of the Suie road and the Bridge of Alford to Montgarrie road is broken with loose gravel. This makes breaking for the junction dangerous for cyclists. The broken area is just next to the junction itself and at the exit to the community hall.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Suie Road, Tullynessle
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Tree Preservation Order Application, 2nd August
All of the trees in the attached photograph and more, out of shot, will be felled to make way for the completion of the Stewart Milne Silver Birches housing development in Alford (Planning application APP/2020/1364 - 31 July 2020) This extensive area of mature mixed woodland (mostly broad-leaf) is visually appealing, but, more importantly, a vital wildlife habitat for birds and mammals, including deer, foxes and bats. We would like to make a Tree Preservation Order application for this woodland area.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 45 Baillie Drive, Alford
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Small ‘sink hole’ in pathment next to drain cover just as you turn into lane, 14th September
Small ‘sink hole’ in pathment next to drain cover just as you turn into lane
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): 6 Alen Drive, Alford
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Loose and dangerous grit in school car park, 16th June
The council spread massive amounts of sand on the car park in the winter.
Its now June and still no action has been taken to clear the loose and dangerous grit from the car park.
Why use sand ?
Has consideration being given to the use of pure rock salt following standard European practices instead of a mix of sand and rock- salt this in order to minimise the clean-up costs,the drainage and slip hazards associated with excess grit”
Immediate action is required by the council and send a sweeper to clean up this hazardous risk of loose sand?
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Alford Community Centre Greystone Road, Alford
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Hazardous loose sand, 13th March
The council have spread massive amounts of sand on the payments. Has consideration being given to the use of pure rock salt following standard European practices instead of a mix of sand and rock- salt this in order to minimise the damaging effects on vehicles’ windscreens and paintwork, clean-up costs, and the drainage and slip hazards associated with excess grit” at road junctions and pavements.
Photographs shows Alford and European town
Also when do the council intend to send a sweeper to clean up this hazardous risk of loose sand?
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Balfour Road, Alford
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Hazardous loose sand, 13th March
The council have spread massive amounts of sand on the roads. Has consideration being given to the use of pure rock salt following standard European practices instead of a mix of sand and rock- salt this in order to minimise the damaging effects on vehicles’ windscreens and paintwork, clean-up costs, and the drainage and slip hazards associated with excess grit” at road junctions and pavements.
Photographs shows Alford and European town
Also when do the council intend to send a sweeper to clean up this hazardous risk of loose sand?
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): A944, Alford
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Pothole and uneven surface on bend, 9th March
The potholes and uneven surface from previous patching have made this bend extremely dangerous for cyclists.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Bridge of Alford
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Pedestrianised bollards vandalised., 20th May
Vehicles travelling through pedestrianised area which is outside school. Damaged at Baillie Drive end and cars mounting pavement at Greystone road end to exit. Bollards damaged. Area at side of bollards at both ends can be traversed by mounting pavement / rough ground - not well designed; needs barriers at side. First day I have noticed damage today.
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Greystone Road, Alford
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Deep pothole, 17th April
On left hand side as you turn into the tullynestle road from the montgarrie road
Nearest road to the pin placed on the map (automatically generated by Bing Maps): Suie Road, Tullynessle
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Pot holes. Anti social behaviour. Abandoned cars. Bins overflowing.
Few neighbourhoods aren't blighted with these types of problems that frustrate the local community. They're becoming increasingly common. Luckily, there's a website called 'FixMyStreet', which allows residents to complain to the local council about local issues in the neighbourhood.
We've got hold of the data from FixMyStreet, to show problems and issues reported within a couple of miles radius of AB33 8PB.
Useful Resources
- Gov.uk
Report a noise nuisance to your local council, including loud music, noisy pubs, rowdy parties or barking dogs. - Citizens Advice
Information from Citizens Advice about complaining about your neighbour. - HomeOwners Alliance
Guidance for homeowners how to deal with noisy neighbours who are making your life a misery. - FixMyStreet
Report, view or discuss local problems such as graffiti, fly-tipping, broken paving slabs or street lighting.
