Self-build dwelling at Land South of Wodcroft Gate, Carr Lane, East Lound

The site and surroundings

The site lies immediately outside Haxey’s development boundary, within the historic landscape area and flood zone 1, and was covered by scrub and vegetation.

“It is bordered to the north by residential properties and to the south, east and west by few properties and the open countryside. At the time of site visit, the site was made up of overgrown vegetation and scrub, delineated from other sites by a mix of fences and hedges. The proposal has been revised twice following concerns raised by the planning officer regarding the scale of the proposal and its impact on the character of the area.”

Officer report

What officers recommended

Officers recommended approval because the revised design, housing benefit and use of an infill site outweighed minimal harm to the historic landscape.

“In economic terms, the proposal offers a minor contribution in terms of housing and job creation benefits during the construction phase. Nevertheless, allowing one additional dwelling on this underutilised infill site would enable the effective use of the land and bring social benefits through new social interactions, leading to growing local communities and supporting local services. The proposal would have some environmental contribution despite being exempt from BNG.”

“The proposed design would reflect the aims of the NPPF, including design and effective use of land, whilst not adversely impacting the setting of the LC14 area, given the linear pattern of development beyond the application site. The proposal is within flood zone 1 and would not impact any designated heritage asset. Therefore, the policy conflict is considered to result in minimal harm compared to the benefits associated with the provision of a dwelling on this plot.”

Officer report

What consultees said

Highways, drainage and trees consultees raised no objections subject to conditions, while archaeology objected to harm and intrusion within the historic landscape.

“Planning Committee 03 June 2026 DS14 Foul sewage and surface water drainage DS16 Flood risk LC7 Landscape protection LC12 Protection of trees, woodland and hedgerows LC14 Area of special historic landscape interest North Lincolnshire Core Strategy: CS1 Spatial strategy for North Lincolnshire CS2 Delivering more sustainable development CS3 Development limits CS5 Delivering quality design in North Lincolnshire CS6 Historic environment CS7 Overall housing provision CS8 Spatial…”

“HER Archaeology: Objects because the application adversely affects/is within the Area of Special Historic Landscape Interest of the Isle of Axholme, is within the Early Enclosed Land Character type surrounding East Lound and would be an unacceptable extension and intrusion of the built environment into the historic landscape, contributing to adverse character change and affecting the setting and legibility.”

Officer report

Who spoke

The agent supported the proposal, while Councillor Kennedy opposed it because of its historic importance, distance from amenities and rural location.

What members debated

Councillors considered whether the proposal was an acceptable infill development, with views differing on traffic, nearby development, historic protection and rural controls.

“Cllr Ross stated that, following the site visit, it was apparent that the proposal represented an infill development with no traffic issues of note, and there was therefore no rationale for refusal.”

Minutes

The committee vote

Councillor Ross moved approval, Councillor Davison seconded it, and the motion was carried.

“It was then moved by Cllr C Ross and seconded by Cllr J Davison –”

“That planning permission be approved in accordance with the officer’s recommendation.”

Minutes