Seven-home residential development at Constables Field, Manthorpe, Grantham

“S25/1526 Proposal: Outline application for a residential development (7 dwellings) with all matters reserved except for access. Location: Constables Field, Belton Lane, Manthorpe, Grantham…”

“Description of Site 1.1 The proposed application site comprises of a parcel of land along Belton Lane in Great Gonerby. Development of the land adjacent the application site has been approved under S18/1457 and has been partially implemented, dwellings adjacent the application site having been substantially constructed.”

“Relevant History 3.1 S23/2242 – Full planning application - Residential development of land comprising 7 dwellings and access road – Refused – Refusal reasons as follows: The site lies outside of the settlements as prescribed by Policy SP2.”

“This would be contrary to NPPF Section 12 and Policy DE1 of the SKDC Local Plan. Notwithstanding the premature nature of the development in relation to the extant adjacent planning permission(s), the proposal would result in an isolated residential development with no connectivity or integration into the surrounding approved scheme(s). As such it is considered that the proposed development would not result in a comprehensive form of development.”

“Therefore, whilst there would be a conflict with the development plan in that the development would result in a development outside of any of the identified sustainable settlements within Policy SP2, given that the committed housing schemes would be immediately adjacent to the site to the east and south, the proposal would be considered to be sited within a sustainable location.”

“- Total stopping distance: approx. 73 metres in ideal conditions 6.8 In poor or wet weather, these distances increase significantly, further reducing the margin for error. The Parish Council therefore considers the proposed access to be a potential hazard, posing a substantial risk to both pedestrians and motorists. The application documents indicate that L.C.C. Highways have raised no objections.”

“Prior to questions to officers and debate, the Chairman reminded the committee that only members present at the previous consideration of the application were eligible to vote on the matter. The following members were eligible to vote, Councillors Pam Byrd, Helen Crawford, Gloria Johnson, Penny Milnes, Charmaine Morgan, Sarah Trotter and Max Sawyer.”

“- It was commended that the developer had listened to the committee’s feedback and the revised application had improved pedestrian access.”

“Following discussions, it was proposed, seconded, and AGREED to authorise the Assistant Director – Planning and Growth to GRANT planning permission, subject to conditions:”

“Prior to the occupation of the dwelling hereby permitted, 1 bird box and 1 bat box shall have been installed for each dwelling. Reason: To support biodiversity provision on site in line with Policy EN2 of the SKDC Local Plan. Ongoing Conditions 11 This permission relates to a maximum of 7 dwellings on the site. Reason: To define the permission and for the avoidance of doubt.”