Agenda and minutes

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Paul Wood, Patsy Ellis and Peter Stephens.

The Chairman made the following statement:

‘With regards to application S26/0584 and agenda item 6 (all TPOs), I make a declaration on behalf of all members that whilst it is acknowledged that the Council is the Applicant, this will not affect how members of the planning committee determine the application. All members have been trained and will determine the applications in accordance with their planning training and with an open mind. Any member who does not feel they are open minded to determine the applications should make a declaration to that effect and not vote on the application.’

Councillor Sarah Trotter declared an interest on S26/0103 and would speak as Ward Member. She would not sit on the Committee for this application.

Councillor Paul Fellows declared an interest on S26/0322 and would speak as Ward Member. He would not sit on the Committee for this application.

Councillor Helen Crawford declared she knew a public speaker on a professional level for S26/0322, however, she came to the meeting with an open mind.

The minutes of the meeting held on 14 May 2026 were proposed, seconded and AGREED as a correct record.

Proposal: Use of land as glamping site including 3no. eco friendly glamping pods, utility building, creation of car parking area and associated landscaping

Location: Land at 8 Bourne Road, Folkingham

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions

Proposal: Use of land as glamping site including 3no. eco friendly glamping pods, utility building, creation of car parking area and associated landscaping

Location: Land at 8 Bourne Road, Folkingham

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

District Ward Councillor                             Cllr Murray Turner

For                                                             Tammy Key

Applicant                                                    Sarah Neal

Together with:

·       Provisions within SKDC Local Plan 2011 – 2036, National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and Design Guidelines for Rutland and South Kesteven.

·       No comments received from Anglian Water Services.

·       Comments received from Black Sluice Internal Drainage Board.

·       Comments received from Conservation Officer (SKDC).

·       No comments received from Environment Agency.

·       Comments received Environmental Protection Services.

·       Comments received from Folkingham Parish Council.

·       Comments received from Heritage Lincolnshire.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire County Council -  Highways & SuDS.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust.

The following comments were made by the public speakers:

·       The District Ward Councillor raised concerns on water drainage for wastewater at the site.

·       That historic views of the Conservation Area would be affected by the development.

·       Existing flooding issues within the area and a recent report published by the Black Sluice Drainage Board was raised.

·       Concern was raised on the size of the pods in relation to the size of land they were proposed for. The location of the pods would sit on an old dyke, which was also close to an adjoining neighbours boundary.

·       The neighbour directly opposite to the site felt the application had been submitted responsibly and thoughtfully. The proposal had been significantly reduced in scale from the original application submitted. 

·       It was recognised that small, rural businesses and diversification projects contributed positively to small villages.

·       That the Applicant had shown willingness to listen and address all concerns raised and changes had been made to the scheme, in response to feedback.

·       The Applicant highlighted the application was a reduced proposal to the original application comprised of 3 low impact glamping pods, reduced from 8.

·       The application would provide rural tourism focused on wellbeing and respectful of its rural surroundings.

·       The Applicant had spoken to local residents and businesses, who were in support of the proposal. The application would be supported by a detailed landscaping strategy, incorporating native hedgerow screening, orchard planting and sustainable drainage features reflecting the sites historic character.

·       It was noted the application would have no physical or environmental impacts on the land.

·       A detailed drainage strategy prepared by a qualified drainage engineer demonstrated that both surface water and foul water could be safely and effectively managed on site.

During questions to public speakers, Members commented on the following:

·       Clarification was sought around the concerns raised around drainage.

The District Councillor was concerned about the naturally sloped fields towards the site and the fields that run off from the adjacent property, particularly with a view to site the pods on an existing drainage channel.

·       One Member queried the measurements of  ...  view the full minutes text for item 4.

Proposal: Repair works to the truncated conical timber roof structure that supports the bell turret along with repair works to the adjacent duo pitch roof ridge components

Location: Guildhall Arts Centre, St Peter's Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6PY

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director - Planning to GRANT listed building consent subject to conditions

Proposal: Repair works to the truncated conical timber roof structure that supports the bell turret along with repair works to the adjacent duo pitch roof ridge components

Location: Guildhall Arts Centre, St Peter's Hill, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6PY

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director - Planning to GRANT listed building consent subject to conditions

Together with:

·       Provisions within South Kesteven Local Plan 2011-2016, Design Guidelines for Rutland and South Kesteven Supplementary Planning Document and National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

·       Comments received from Grantham Town Council.

It was proposed, seconded and AGREED to authorise the Assistant Director - Planning to GRANT listed building consent subject to conditions:

Approved Plans

1        The works hereby consented shall be carried out in accordance with the following list

of approved plans and reports:

i)               Location Plan received 02 April 2026

ii)              Block Plan received 02 April 2026

iii)            Heritage Statement received 02 April 2026

iv)            Design and Access Statement received 02 April 2026

v)             Photographic Record received 02 April 2026

Unless otherwise required by another condition of this permission.

Reason: To define the permission and for the avoidance of doubt.

Before the Development is Occupied

2        Before the part of the building being altered is first brought into use, the repair of the conical roof and ridge board shall have been completed in accordance with the approved details and material to match.

Reason: To ensure the satisfactory preservation of this listed building and in accordance with Policy EN6 of the adopted South Kesteven Local Plan.

3a. S26/0473

Proposal: Remove Lime tree (T1) to ground level and reduce crowns of two Beech trees (T2 and T3) (TPO-351)

Location: Wyndham Park, Hill Avenue, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 9BB

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to grant consent, subject to conditions

3b. S26/0474

Proposal: Remove willow and ash trees to ground level (TPO-294)

Location: Londonthorpe Lane, Grantham, NG31 9FD

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT Consent, subject to conditions

3c. S26/0569

Proposal: Tree 05ZU, sycamore, TPO ref T5:

1. Crown lift on East side to create 3m clearance from roof of adjacent residential property

2. Selective pruning to create 2m clearance from the streetlight

Tree 05TT, pine, TPO ref T6: Selective pruning to create 3m clearance from roof of adjacent residential property

Tree 05TU, pine, TPO ref T7: Selective pruning to create 3m clearance from roof of adjacent residential property

Location: Manthorpe Road, Grantham, NG31 8FJ

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT Consent, subject to conditions

3d. S26/0568

Proposal: Radial crown reduction to Horse Chestnut tree (T42) and removal of basal shoots and epicormic growth from Lime tree (T44) (TPO-223)

Location: Grantham Tennis Club, Gonerby Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 8HU

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT consent, subject to conditions

3e. S26/0112

Proposal: Crown lift Tilia sp. (T23), 2x Fagus sylvatica (T16 and T9) and 2x Platanus x hispanica (T2 and T8). Prune Prunus Kanzan (T10). Shorten two branches of Fagus sylvatica (T9). (TPO-201)

Location: Isaac Newton Statue, St Peter's Hill, Grantham Lincolnshire, NG31 6PY

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT Consent, subject to conditions

3f. S26/0113

Proposal: Remove suckers from tree (07A9), fell tree (07AA). (G3)(TPO-365)

Location: Stonebridge Close Amenity Area, Stonebridge Road, Grantham, NG31 9AR

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT consent, subject to conditions

3g. S26/0367

Proposal: Tree ref 05R9, Quercus robur (Part of TPO group G5):

1) Crown reduction to reduce total height from 22m to 20m (Extent of reduction = 2m)

2) Removal of basal shoots and epicormic growth to 5m above ground level.

Tree ref 05RC, Tilia sp. (TPO tree T15): Removal of basal shoots and epicormic growth to 5m above ground level.

Tree ref 05RJ, Quercus robur (TPO tree T4): Crown reduction to reduce total height by up to 1m.

Tree ref 05RN, Quercus robur (TPO tree T14): Crown lift to create 2m clearance above ground level.

Location: Amenity Area Adjacent to Hazelwood Drive And Gonerby Road (B1174), Gonerby Hill Foot, Grantham, NG31 8GZ

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT consent, subject to conditions

3h. S26/0454

Proposal: Crown lift to provide minimum of 3m height clearance over the access road and footpath, measured from ground level. Restricted to the removal of branches to maximum of 75mm diameter. (TPO-337)

Location: Belton Lane, Grantham, NG31 9PR

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT consent, subject to conditions  ...  view the full agenda text for item 6.

3a. S26/0473

Proposal: Remove Lime tree (T1) to ground level and reduce crowns of two Beech trees (T2 and T3) (TPO-351)

Location: Wyndham Park, Hill Avenue, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 9BB

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to grant consent, subject to conditions

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

·       No comments received from Grantham Town Council.

One Member noted that following the works to this tree, the tree would still have a degree of rot. It was suggested whether it would be best to remove the tree completely.

The Tree Officer – Planning confirmed the tree had decayed around the base. Due to the age of the tree, decay was natural and a part of their biology. As a compromise to fully removing the trees, the tree would maintain the aesthetics and history of the area and keep residents happy.

It was proposed, seconded and AGREED to authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to grant consent, subject to conditions:

1. Time limit for implementation: The works hereby consented shall be begun not later than two years from the date of this decision, or before the authorised works have been completed, whichever first occurs.

2. Tree work standards: All works hereby authorised shall be carried out in accordance with BS 3998:2010 Tree Work – Recommendations and European Arboricultural Standards: Tree Pruning (2024), or any subsequent document replacing those standards.

Reason: To ensure that the authorised works are undertaken in accordance with recognised arboricultural good practice, in the interests of the health, structural condition, and amenity value of the retained tree stock and having regard to Tree Preservation Order TPO-351.

3. Replacement tree planting: Prior to the commencement of the works hereby permitted to Lime tree T1, full details of a replacement planting scheme for that tree shall be submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority. The replacement tree shall comprise one nursery-grown specimen selected from the following acceptable species or genera: Quercus coccinea (oak), Metasequoia glyptostroboides (dawn redwood), or Liquidambar styraciflua (sweetgum). The approved replacement tree shall be container-grown to a minimum size of 40 litres, with a girth of 20/25cm measured 1m above ground level and a minimum height of 2m. It shall be planted as close as reasonably practicable to the original tree location during the first available planting season following removal (being between 1 September 2026 and 31 March 2028), together with a hydration sack and 75mm depth of organic bark mulch. The replacement tree shall be watered not less than 13 times per year, at approximately fortnightly intervals between April and September inclusive, for a period of five years from planting. Any replacement tree which, within five years of planting, dies, is removed, becomes seriously diseased, or fails to establish shall be replaced in the next planting season with another tree of similar size and species, unless otherwise first agreed in writing by the Local Planning Authority. Written confirmation shall be provided to the Local Planning Authority once planting has been  ...  view the full minutes text for item 6.

Proposal: S26/0322 - Proposed modification in respect of a Deed of Variation required for a Section 106 that relates to Planning reference - SK.94/0125

Location: Elsea Park, Bourne

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director of Planning & Growth to agree that the Council enter into a deed of variation to vary Section 106 Agreement ref: SK.94/0125 clauses 9.12-9.17 which currently relate to funds for the provision of a shuttle bus to be reallocated to providing a permanent cycle path to connect the Elsea Park estate to Manor Road, Bourne

Proposal: Proposed modification in respect of a Deed of Variation required for a Section 106 that relates to Planning reference - SK.94/0125

Location: Elsea Park, Bourne

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director of Planning & Growth to agree that the Council enter into a deed of variation to vary Section 106 Agreement ref: SK.94/0125 clauses 9.12-9.17 which currently relate to funds for the provision of a shuttle bus to be reallocated to providing a permanent cycle path to connect the Elsea Park estate to Manor Road, Bourne

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

District Ward Councillor                                        Cllr Paul Fellows

Applicant                                                                      Graeme Parrott

Together with:

·         No comments received from Bourne Town Council.

·         No comments received from Cadent Gas.

·         No comments received from Environmental protection.

·         Comments received from Highways.

(Councillor Paul Fellows addressed the Committee as Ward Councillor, he then left the Chamber for the duration of this application).

The following comments were made by the public speakers:

·         The District Ward Councillor was a representative of Elsea Park Trust on behalf of the Council.

·         The aim of the application was to make a pragmatic communication system within Elsea Park.

·         The Applicant provided an overview of Elsea Park:

-       Approximately 2,810 properties

-       Estimated population of 7,000 people

-       Northern and southern halves only connected by estate road network in late 2025.

-       All vehicular movement between halves required using the A151 bypass.

·         That car ownership on Elsea Park was 88.2-95.5%, where households own one of more cars. Other figures were provided on monitoring reports e.g. work from home data and bus travel to work.

·         The Trust using the Green Fund (£18,000) commissioned the construction of a new footpath to enable children on Welland Drive to stop walking along the bypass. 

During questions to public speakers, Members commented on the following:

·         Clarification was sought on when the S106 agreement was agreed.

The District Councillor confirmed that the S106 agreement would have been signed in June 2001, when Elsea Park was first established.

·         A query was raised on why the shuttle-bus scheme was unsuccessful.

It was clarified the shuttle-bus scheme did not come to fruition due to costs being higher than the Trust could afford.

·         It was queried how many of the 11 letters of representation came from residents of Elsea Park.

·         One Member noted that figures provided on car usage were from 2021. These figures may not be accurate and should be taken with caution due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The Applicant clarified the Lincolnshire County Council Transport Monitoring Report was completed in 2025, however the Census data was from 2021.

·         One Member queried the annual fee paid by residents on Elsea Park.

It was confirmed the annal fee was around £291.40 per year. This complied with the S106 agreement where the CPI had to be increased each year. There had been a 3.1% rise in the last year for the annual fee.

The Elsea Park Community Trust owned 11 play parks which included a rolling programme of replacement of those. They  ...  view the full minutes text for item 7.

Proposal: Construction of a new-build, 1.5-storey detached dwelling with a single-storey detached garage that includes an ancillary habitable room, landscaping and access arrangements

Location: Pickworth Grange, Village Street, Pickworth, Lincolnshire, NG34 0TD

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions

(Councillor Paul Fellows returned to the meeting and was present for the remainder of the meeting).

(Councillor Sarah Trotter addressed the Committee as Ward Councillor, she then left the Chamber for the duration of this application).

Proposal: Construction of a new-build, 1.5-storey detached dwelling with a single-storey detached garage that includes an ancillary habitable room, landscaping and access arrangements

Location: Pickworth Grange, Village Street, Pickworth, Lincolnshire, NG34 0TD

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

District Ward Councillor                                            Cllr Sarah Trotter

Pickworth Parish Meeting                                         Mark Houldey (Chairman)

Against                                                                      Francis Disney

                                                                                  Ian Roberts

Together with:

·       Provisions within SKDC Local Plan 2011 – 2036 and National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

·       Comments received from Pickworth Parish Council.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire County Council (Highways & SuDS).

·       Comments received from Heritage Lincolnshire.

·       Comments received from SKDC Tree Officer.

The following comments were made by the public speakers:

·       That the application was not appropriate for the area and would provide harm to the character of the area alongside impacts on biodiversity.

·       That the proposal constitutes an over development of the site. The plot already contained substantial build and introduction of an additional dwelling garage and ancillary accommodation would intensify the use of land. It was felt the application would be a cramped and an urbanised form of development within a small rural village.

·       The District Ward Councillor commented on the cumulative effect that similar development may have on the rural character.

·       Concern was raised around biodiversity, in particular, green spaces, trees, hedgerows and underdeveloped areas providing habitats and connectivity for wildlife.

·        That national and local policies placed significant emphasis on protecting and enhancing biodiversity. It was felt this application would provide no net benefit in biodiversity.

·       That the build footprint had been increased since a previous proposal from approximately 73sqm to 100sqm.

·       The Parish Meeting raised a concern around the proposed large garage with a habitable room with no purpose.

·       It was felt the development was against the hedge line on the north side of site and the removal of hedging on all three sides. The application would be urbanised from a rural view by the removal of hedging. 

·       A nearby neighbour felt the application was an overdevelopment of a constrained site, would cause harm to the character and appearance of the area by the loss of trees and hedging.

·       Concern was raised that the application would provide a highways safety issue and problems with parking/access.

·       Objectors requested the Committee consider the application against material considerations and the reasoning behind an Inspector’s previous decision. This proposal appeared to conflict with the Inspectors earlier conclusions around scale and nature of the development.

During questions to officers and debate, the following comments were made:

·       Clarification was sought around which trees and hedgerows were proposed to be removed and retained.

The Planning Officer provided a visual plan to describe which trees and hedging would be removed and retained. Some trees being  ...  view the full minutes text for item 8.

Proposal: Erection of two signage boards

Location: Maggie's Mates, Holywell Road, Carlby, Lincolnshire, PE9 4LX

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director of Planning to GRANT advertising consent, subject to conditions

(Councillor Sarah Trotter returned to the meeting and was present for the remainder of the meeting).

Proposal: Change use of dog exercising field to include doggy day care and erection of two signage boards

Location: Maggie's Mates, Holywell Road, Carlby, Lincolnshire, PE9 4LX

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions

To authorise the Assistant Director of Planning to GRANT advertising consent, subject to conditions

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

Carlby Parish Council                                             John Bavister (Statement)

For                                                                           Ian Poole

Applicant                                                                 Rachel Woolley

Together with:

·       Provisions within South Kesteven Local Plan 2011-2036, Design Guidelines for Rutland and South Kesteven Supplementary Planning Document and National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).

·       Comments received from Carlby Parish Council.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire County Councils (Highways and SuDS).

·       Comments received from SKDC Environmental Protection Officer.

The following comments were made by the public speakers:

·       The Parish Council felt as if the operating hours had not been reflected correctly in the application. Concern was raised that residents should be able to enjoy peaceful time on a Saturday, Sunday and Bank holiday afternoons.

·       That the Parish Council had received past complaints, however, they did not reach the SKDC official complaints process. It was noted an  enforcement officer visited the site to enforce the conditions, as there was condition abuse during 2022/23, which caused considerable issues at the time.

·       A neighbour whose property was the closest to the site had no concern around this application and confirmed the business operated professionally and respectfully.

·       The Applicant confirmed the existing planning permission allowed up to 40 dogs within the daycare facility and 20 dogs within the exercise field. This permission was simply to seek a change of use to the exercise field so that it could accommodate 20 daycare dogs instead of the 20 walking dogs and bring both sites together.

·       That the change was being sought due to customer demand.

·       The proposal does not increase the overall numbers of dogs on both sites. The total number of dogs across both sites and areas would remain at 60.

·       The former walking field would be part of the daycare operation, while the dogs continue to be exercised from that field in their established social groups.

During questions to public speakers, Members commented on the following:

·       One Member sought clarification around the exercise field.

The Applicant confirmed the company offered a dog walking service whereby colleagues would collect the dogs from their homes in a van and bring them back to the site to be walked. The field would be used as a day care instead.

·       A query was raised on vehicle movements on the van service for the day care.

It was noted this application would reduce the number of vehicle movements. Colleagues would collect the doggy daycare dogs in the morning from their homes and take them back home at the end of the day. Dog owners could also drop their dogs on site if they lived outside of the  ...  view the full minutes text for item 9.

There were none.

The Chairman closed the meeting 16:16.