Agenda and minutes

Apologies for absence were received from Councillors Vanessa Smith, Paul Wood and Gloria Johnson.

Councillor Max Sawyer substituted for Councillor Vanessa Smith.

Councillor Helen Crawford declared an interest on application S24/1842 as she had registered to speak as Ward Councillor, she would not participate in the debate or vote.

Councillor Patsy Ellis declared an interest on application S24/2106 due to being a Director of LeisureSK Ltd. She would not participate in the debate or vote and would leave the Chamber.

The Chairman made the following statement:

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

The minutes of the meeting held on 6 March 2025 were proposed, seconded and AGREED as a correct record.

Proposal: Proposed demolition of existing buildings and erection of new 66 bed care home for elderly people

Location: The Woodlands, Tarragon Way, Bourne, Lincolnshire

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions and the completion of a Section 106 legal agreement

Proposal: Proposed demolition of existing buildings and erection of new 66 bed care home for elderly people

Location: The Woodlands, Tarragon Way, Bourne, Lincolnshire

Recommendation: To authorise the Assistant Director – Planning to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions and the completion of a Section 106 legal agreement

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

District Ward Councillor                           Councillor Helen Crawford

Against                                                     Matthew Barber

Applicant                                                  Jo Kemp

Together with:

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

·       No comments received from Environmental Protection Services (SKDC).

·       Comments received from LCC Highways & SuDS Support.

·       Comments received from NHS Lincolnshire Integrated Care Board.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue.

·       Comments received from Anglian Water.

·       Comments received from Environment Agency.

·       No comments received from Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust.

·       No comments received from Lincolnshire Police.

During questions to Public Speakers, Members commented on:

·       One Member queried the existing parking concerns within the vicinity of the proposal.

The Public Speaker noted that residents and or visitors parked along the road rather than designated parking. Concern was raised on HGV’s accessing the proposed site through Tarragon Way, Bourne with vehicles parking along the road.

·       A query was raised on a ransom strip within proximity to the site.

It was highlighted the ransom strip was formerly to access the proposed site. The ransom strip had been sold to a third party and was not permitted for any development. It was confirmed that the developer for the ransom strip had declined all offers for any development.

·       It was queried how long Coriander Drive, Bourne had been a cul-de-sac for.

The Public Speaker noted that Coriander Drive, Bourne had been a cul-de-sac since it was built around 2002.

·       One Member outlined the possibility of land to the north of the proposed site becoming a housing development in the near future, where the cul-de-sac could be used as an access road.

The Public Speaker highlighted that if the ransom strip became available for access to the site, all objections and concerns regarding parking on Tarragon Way would be addressed.

The Assistant Director for Planning and Growth reminded the Committee to determine the application and access proposed on its own merits as set out in the report.

·       The Public Speaker was asked whether their concerns on access related to traffic health and safety or the amenity of residents.

The Public Speakers main concern related to the 12-month build period down the cul-de-sac which he felt was not suitable access for a construction site. At present, there were up to 18 cars parking and manoeuvring in the cul-de-sac.

·       A Member queried whether the Public Speaker (who occupied near to the proposed site) was aware of the double entrance gate meaning potential development to the north of the site.

The Public Speaker was not aware of the site being used for further development. At present, the double entrance gate was used for the landowner to access a skip and collect waste.

·       One Member asked the Applicant whether they had  ...  view the full minutes text for item 129.

Proposal: Application for the approval of reserved matters relating to access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for convenience store (Class E) as part of local centre pursuant to outline planning permission S08/1231

Location: Land to the west of Penryhn Way, Poplar Farm, Grantham

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

Proposal: Application for the approval of reserved matters relating to access, appearance, landscaping, layout and scale for convenience store (Class E) as part of local centre pursuant to outline planning permission S08/1231

Location: Land to the west of Penryhn Way, Poplar Farm, Grantham

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

Noting comments in the public speaking session by:

Applicant                                      Stuart Bizley and William Lee (Buckminster)

Together with:

·       Provisions within SKDC Local Plan 2011-2036, Design Guidelines for Rutland and South Kesteven Supplementary Planning Document, National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and South Kesteven Local Plan Review 2021-2041.

·       No comments received from Anglian Water.

·       Comments received from Grantham Town Council.

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

·       No comments received from Lincolnshire Police Crime Prevention Officer.

·       No comments received from Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust.

·       No comments received from Network Rail.

·       No comments received from SKDC Environmental Protection.

·       No comments received from SKDC Principal Urban Design Officer.

During questions to Public Speakers, Members commented on:

·       Whether the Applicant had any plans to include EV charging points within the proposal.

The Applicant confirmed EV charging points would be included within the car parking area of the proposal.

·       One Member sought figures of residents in favour of the proposal.

The Principal Planning Officer clarified the figures had been provided from Grantham Town Council as a consultee. The Council had received 2 comments from members of the public on the application.

·       A query was raised on the plans around solar panels and sustainable electricity.

The Applicant confirmed all climate change measures would be driven via policy and the requirements of the end user and occupier.

(A declaration was made that Councillors Charmaine Morgan and Tim Harrison were Members of Grantham Town Council, however, they had not been involved with the application),

During question to Officers and debate, Members commented on:

·       That the ground would be levelled and therefore the height of the shop would not impose on any surrounding buildings.

·       The local need for a shop in the residential area was highlighted. It was noted that this may encourage more sustainable travel and reduce traffic concerns on Harrowby Road.

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

Approved Plans

1)    The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following list of approved plans:

a.    Site Location Plan (Ref: J2138/001/01/Rev A)

b.    Proposed Block Plan (Ref: J2138/001/03/Rev A)

c.     Proposed Site Layout Plan (Ref: J2138/001/04/Rev A)

d.    Proposed Ground Floor and Roof Plan (Ref: J2138/001/06/Rev B)

e.    Proposed Elevation Plan (Ref: J2138/001/07/Rev A)

f.      Proposed Colour Elevation Plan (Ref: J2138/001/08/Rev A)

g.    Proposed Boundary Treatment Plan (Ref: J2138/001/09/Rev A)

h.    Existing and Proposed Section Plan (Ref: J2138/001/05/Rev A)

i.      Proposed Planting Plan (Ref: SL0490/02)

Unless otherwise required by another condition of this permission.

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

Before the Development is Commenced  ...  view the full minutes text for item 130.

Proposal: Installation of Air Source Heat Pumps and evaporator decks and erection of timber fencing enclosure to rear of the main leisure centre building

Location: Grantham Meres Leisure Centre, Trent Road, Grantham, NG31 7XQ

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

(Councillor Patsy Ellis left the meeting due to being a Director of LeisureSK Ltd).

Proposal: Installation of Air Source Heat Pumps and evaporator decks and erection of timber fencing enclosure to rear of the main leisure centre building

Location: Grantham Meres Leisure Centre, Trent Road, Grantham, NG31 7XQ

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

Together with:

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

·       Comments received from LCC Highways & SuDS.

·       No comments received from Grantham Town Council.

·       Comments received from Cadent Gas.

·       Comments received from Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust.

·       No comments received from Environmental Protection.

During question to Officers and debate, Members commented on:

·       A query was raised as to why the proposal was for air source rather than ground source.

The Principal Planning Officer clarified the application was for an air source heat pump and was a decision of the Applicant’s.

·       It was queried whether the biodiversity net gain was a strict requirement for the application.

It was confirmed that biodiversity net gain was a mandatory requirement on most planning permissions. The Applicant had covered the requirements in terms via submission of the metric which established baseline details. There was a mandatory pre-commencement planning condition which secured the details of how the net gain would be achieved.

It was proposed, seconded and AGREED to authorise the Assistant Director – Planning & Growth to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions:

Time Limit for Commencement

The development hereby permitted shall be commenced before the expiration of three years from the date of this permission.

Reason: In order that the development is commenced in a timely manner, as set out in Section 91 of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended).

Approved Plans

The development hereby permitted shall be carried out in accordance with the following list of approved plans:

Site Location Plan received 12 February 2025

Drawing No.PLO7 Rev P01 External Pod Location

Drawing No.E.2100 Rev P01External Site Services

Unless otherwise required by another condition of this permission.   

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

During Building Works

Before any of the works on the external elevations for the building(s) hereby permitted are begun, samples of the materials (including colour of any render, paintwork or colourwash) to be used in the construction of the external surfaces shall have been submitted to and approved in writing by the Local Planning Authority.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory appearance to the development and in accordance with

Policy DE1 of the adopted South Kesteven Local Plan.

Before the Building is Occupied

Before any part of the development hereby permitted is occupied/brought into use, the external surfaces shall have been completed in accordance with the approved details.

Reason: To ensure a satisfactory appearance to the development and in accordance with Policy DE1 of the adopted South Kesteven Local Plan.

Informatives

1)    The effect of paragraph 13 of Schedule  ...  view the full minutes text for item 131.

There were none.

The Chairman closed the meeting at 15:10.