Supported living and homes at Land To The South East Of Luffenham Road, Ketton

“The application site comprises former equestrian paddocks and associated structures located on land to the south-east of Luffenham Road on the eastern edge of Ketton. The site lies outside the defined settlement boundary and forms part of the countryside designation under the development plan.”

“The site is bounded to the north by Luffenham Road, beyond which lies established residential development forming the edge of Ketton. To the east lies Park Farm Stud, including stabling, equestrian facilities and associated structures. To the west, the site adjoins Tithe Green Natural Burial Ground, whilst to the south the land continues into the wider Chater Valley landscape towards the River Chater and Barrowden Road beyond.”

“Additional benefits arise from the delivery of up to 22 dwellings, including affordable housing provision, at a time when the Council cannot demonstrate a five-year housing land supply. The proposal would also secure biodiversity net gain, significant new tree and habitat planting, public open space, enhanced pedestrian connectivity (including the proposed footpath link to the neighbouring Green Burial Site) and economic benefits arising from both the construction phase…”

“The proposal conflicts with the development plan by virtue of its location outside the defined settlement boundary and would result in some harm to the character and appearance of the countryside. Nevertheless, the proposal would deliver a unique form of specialist supported living accommodation addressing an identified unmet need within Rutland, alongside additional housing, affordable housing provision, biodiversity net gain and other community benefits.”

“Anglian Water No objection on wastewater but object to surface water disposal due to a lack of evidence confirming that the surface water hierarchy has been fully explored.”

“There have been around 100 representations received in support of the proposal, highlighting the following points: Strong support for the provision of specialist supported living accommodation to address a recognised shortage of facilities for adults with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs within Rutland.”

“06/06/2023 V1 • Objections to the suitability of the supported living accommodation, including concerns regarding its location, accessibility to services and public transport, and consistency with CQC/NICE guidance. • Concern that the supported living accommodation may take the form of a "campus-style" development and may not meet best-practice guidance for supported living provision. • Concerns regarding cumulative impacts of additional housing growth within Ketton.”

“Concerns were raised regarding potential noise, dust, flies and odours as well as safety concerns and housing proximity regarding the adjacent equestrian business.”

“The landscape impact was acknowledged but was considered moderate and separation and landscaping matters would be addressed at the reserved matters stage.”

“It was proposed by Councillor D Wilby and seconded that the application be approved subject to the conditions in the report.”