Day nursery at 10 Haverfield Road, Spalding

“You can view this application on the Council's web site at http://planning.sholland.gov.uk/OcellaWeb/planningDetails?reference=H16-0086-26 SOUTH HOLLAND DISTRICT COUNCIL Report of:Lead Development Management Planner (Interim) - BBC & SHDC To:Planning Committee - 24 June 2026 (Author:Jess Hill - Senior Planning Consultant) Purpose:To consider Planning Application H16-0086-26 Application Number:H16-0086-26Date Received:30 January 2026 Application Type:FULL Description:Change…”

“There is a large two-storey building within the site featuring red brickwork facades and stone facings. 3.2The surrounding area is mostly characterised by a variety of service buildings such as a school, nursery and council offices; however, there are also residential two storey dwellings along the east of Haverfield Road. Whilst there are no listed buildings on or next to the site, the site is within Spalding Conservation Area.”

“7.71Planning Balance 7.72As detailed above, Section 38 (6) of the Planning and Compulsory Purchase Act 2004, as amended, requires that the Local Planning Authority makes decisions in accordance with the adopted Development Plan, unless material considerations indicate otherwise. 7.73The proposed development is appropriate and would not materially harm the character or appearance of the locality, or the amenity of nearby residents.”

“It is not considered that the recommendation in this case will have a disproportionately adverse impact on a protected characteristic. 7.78Human Rights 7.79In making a decision, the Authority should be aware of and take into account any implications that may arise from the Human Rights Act 1998. Under the Act, it is unlawful for a public authority such as South Holland District Council to act in a manner that is incompatible with the European Convention on Human Rights.”

“As the proposal involves internal works to MLI126320 Old Drill Hall (identified in the submitted D&A Statement as a significant unlisted building of merit / local heritage asset due to its Edwardian origins and military history), the South Holland District Council Conservation Officer should be consulted prior to determination, in relation to the potential for direct impacts on the asset's significance and indirect impacts on the character and appearance of the DLI10607…”

“Second Response (10 March 2026) The building is in a sustainable location and a proportion of parents and staff are likely to walk, cycle or use public transport to the nursery. I am happy with the justification provided regarding parking and access, the existing access and six on site parking spaces remain unchanged and arrivals and departures will be spread to avoid peak traffic periods. The proposal will not have an adverse impact on the public highway.”

“This application has been advertised in accordance with the Development Procedure Order and the Council's Statement of Community Involvement. In this instance, 176 representations have been received from members of the public. Most of the representations set out concerns with the proposals as summarised below:”

“-The proposal would provide a place for childcare helping local parents. -There are no major alterations proposed to the external look of the building which would help keep the historical nature of the building in tact. -These types of businesses bring in local employment which from what I can see is much needed.”

“Concerns were raised regarding the highway implications of the proposal, particularly the adequacy of the six on-site parking spaces, the potential impact of up to 15 staff members, and existing congestion on Haverfield Road during school drop-off and pick-up periods. Doubts were expressed regarding the Highway Authority's conclusion that the site was in a sustainable location and that a proportion of staff and parents would travel by walking, cycling or public transport.”

“That the application be approved subject to the conditions outlined at section 9.0 of the report.”

“(Moved by Councillor Casson, Seconded by Councillor Barnes)”

“The effect of Paragraph 13 of Schedule 7A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 is that planning permission is deemed to have been granted subject to the "biodiversity gain condition". The effect of this "biodiversity gain condition" is that development granted by this notice must not begin unless:”

“Based on the information available and submitted in support of this application, the Local Planning Authority considers that the development hereby permitted is exempt and therefore will not require the approval of a biodiversity gain plan, prior to the commencement of development; with the development comprising a statutory exemption as listed below: -”