Six converted dwellings at Land adjacent Holme Farm, Old, Forge Lane, West Rasen

What was proposed

The application proposed partial demolition, rebuilding and conversion of existing cottages, outbuildings and barns to create six dwellings with parking and landscaping.

“PROPOSAL: WL/2026/00021 - Planning application for partial demolition, rebuild and conversion of existing cottages, outbuildings and barns to create 6no. dwellings, together with associated parking and landscaping.”

“The application seeks permission and consent for partial demolition, rebuild and conversion of existing cottages, outbuildings and barns to create 6no. dwellings, together with associated parking and landscaping.”

Officer report

The site

The site is a group of partly derelict barns and semi-detached farm dwellings in open countryside, mostly within flood zone 2.

“Description of Site: The application site is a group of existing barns and semi-detached farm dwellings to the west of West Rasen. The barns are partly derelict. The barns and semi-detached dwellings are red brick with red pantile roofs. The group sits well away from the highway down a track. The site is very open with all directions with only the barns screening each other from certain viewpoints.”

Officer report

Earlier applications

Earlier applications included a refused agricultural conversion, a lawful development certificate, and permission and listed building consent for three dwellings with an annex.

“Reason 2: “Contrary to section Q.1 (m) the agricultural buildings are considered to be curtilage listed buildings (emphasis added) as set out in Section 2, 1 of The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended) and Section 1, Paragraph 5 of the Planning (Listed…”

“146827 – Listed building consent for conversion, partial demolition and rebuild of existing cottages, outbuildings and barns to create 3no dwellings, one with annex, together with parking and storage – 25/09/23 – Grant subject to conditions…”

Officer report

Consultation responses

Highways, flood, ecology, archaeology and conservation consultees raised no objections subject to advice, conditions or an agreement, while a neighbour questioned the boundary.

“LCC Highways and Lead Local Flood Authority: No objections with advice Having given due regard to the appropriate local and national planning policy guidance (in particular the National Planning Policy Framework), Lincolnshire County Council (as Highway Authority and Lead Local Flood Authority) has concluded that the proposed development would not be expected to have an unacceptable impact upon highway safety or a severe residual cumulative impact upon the local highway…”

“WLDC Principal Ecology and Wildlife Officer: No objections subject to conditions and a legal agreement…”

Officer report

Who spoke

The agent spoke in support, saying the earlier scheme was unviable and the current proposal followed further discussions with officers and the conservation officer.

Members’ views

Members strongly supported the proposal and welcomed the investment and practical approach to securing the historic buildings’ future.

“During debate, Members expressed strong support for the proposal and welcomed the substantial investment required to secure the future of the historic buildings. Members recognised the benefits of bringing the buildings back into viable use and considered the scheme would result in a significant enhancement to the site and surrounding area.”

“Members of the Committee noted that a previous scheme had been approved for the site and considered that the revised proposal provided a practical and viable means of preserving the curtilage listed buildings. Particular weight was given to the heritage benefits arising from the conservation, restoration and rebuilding of the farmstead buildings in a manner that respected their historic character and setting.”

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