PTC 11 August 2026 Agenda
Dear Councillors Burdock, Gilbert, Rose, Shinkins-Hoppe, Smith and Stevens.
Copy to Cllr P Dilks for information.
You are hereby summonsed to attend the next meeting of the Planning & Transport Committee on Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 7.00pm held at the Institute.
Louise Brown
Assistant Clerk
AGENDA
23.27 To receive apologies of absence.
24.27 To receive declarations of interest, if any.
25.27 To agree the Minutes of the previous meeting held on 14 July 2026.
2026 Minutes (Planning and Transport Committee) – Deeping St James Parish Council
Please see appendix 1.
26.27 To receive reports from the Clerk.
Please see appendix 2.
27.27 To receive and consider the following Planning Applications and put forward recommendations to the next Council Meeting, or make decisions in accordance with the Committee’s delegated powers:
Please see appendix 3.
28.27 To consider a 20mph zone in Deeping St James.
Please see appendix 4.
29.27 To consider the Application by Meridian Solar Farm Limited for an Order Granting Development Consent for the Meridian Solar Farm Project
Please see appendices 5 & 6.
30.27 To receive information regarding DEP1-H2 - Land South of Towngate East and West of Linchfield Road, Market Deeping.
Please see appendices 7 & 8.
31.27 To receive the minutes for the bus service meeting; for information only.
Please see appendix 9.
32.27 To receive an update regarding the Deepings Neighbourhood Plan.
33.27 To receive information regarding the move to new, up-to-date Local Plan System for SKDC.
Please see appendix 10.
34.27 To consider Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Minerals and Waste Local Plan Review – Scoping Consultation and Call for sites.
Please see appendix 11.
35.27 To consider the NALC survey for Councils with a Neighbourhood Plan.
Please see appendix 12.
36.27 To report the outcome of previous Planning Applications:
Please see appendix 13.
37.27 To agree the date of the next meeting.
Tuesday 1 September 2026.
App 2 - 26.27 To receive reports from the Clerk.
Planning applications considered at July Full Council:
Application No: S26/1118
Applicant: Ms L Wright
Proposal: Proposed single storey front extension to form garage, entrance porch and
additional room space
Location: Tyes Mead, Spalding Road, Deeping St James, Lincolnshire, PE6 8SB
App Type: Householder
DSJPC: Deeping St James Parish Council have no objection to this planning application.
Application No: S26/1133
Applicant: Mr W Mason
Proposal: Two storey rear extension to dwelling
Location: 32 Wade Park Avenue, Market Deeping, Lincolnshire, PE6 8JL,
App Type: Householder
DSJPC: Deeping St James Parish Council have no objection to this planning application.
Councillors have asked to advise that the site notice outside the address, makes reference to the wrong address for the planning application.
App 3 - 27.27 To receive and consider the following Planning Applications and put forward recommendations to the next Council Meeting, or make decisions in accordance with the Committee’s delegated powers:
Application No: S26/0625 – Additional Information
Proposal: Reserved matters submission (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) and
associated infrastructure for the erection of 80 dwellings with access pursuant to outline
permission S24/0617
Location: Land South of A15 West Of, Peterborough Road, Market Deeping, Lincolnshire, PE6 8CQ
S26/0625 | Reserved matters submission (appearance, landscaping, layout and scale) and associated infrastructure for the erection of 80 dwellings with access pursuant to outline permission S24/0617 | Land South Of A15 West Of Peterborough Road Market Deeping Lincolnshire PE6 8CQ
*This presents revision to a previous scheme that we had no objection to. For explanation of changes please see the applicant's letter dated 21.07.26.
App 4 – 28.27 - Planning and Transport Committee Discussion Brief:
20mph Speed Limits in Deeping St James (GS 31/07/26)
Overview
• Subject: Consideration of a new 20mph speed zone or selective speed limits (expanding on Cllr Bowell's recent proposal for Bridge Street/Eastgate).
• Current Status: Seeking the general views of the Planning and Transport Committee before undertaking further work.
• Current Speed Limit: 30mph
Implementation Routes: Zone vs. Limit
| Approach | Characteristics | Pros & Cons |
|
20mph Zone |
Requires physical traffic calming (speed humps, chicanes, buildouts) to be self-enforcing. |
Pros: More effective without police enforcement. Cons: More costly and intrusive. |
|
20mph Limit |
Relies on signage alone with no physical measures. |
Pros: Cheaper and quicker to implement. Cons: Compliance depends heavily on drivers; may require police enforcement. |
Pros of Implementation
1. Strong, Defensible Evidence Base:
o Fewer collisions: Slower speeds improve driver reaction times.
o Reduced severity: A pedestrian struck at 20mph has a 93% higher chance of survival compared to 30mph.
o Vulnerable users: Greater safety for children, the elderly, and disabled residents.
2. Alignment with LCC Direction:
o Lincolnshire County Council initiated a policy shift in December 2024 to facilitate community-led 20mph requests.
3. Supports Neighbourhood Plan & Active Travel:
o Complements the emerging LCC Local Walking and Cycling Improvement Plan (LCWIP).
o Encourages walking & ‘wheeling’ (cycling, scooting, buggies and mobility scooters.
4. Low Political Risk:
o Difficult for objectors, developers, or highway authorities to argue against safety principles.
5. Development Control Lever:
o Can be used to mandate lower design speeds for larger new developments.
6. Environmental Benefits:
o Air quality: Reduces exhaust emissions and brake/tyre wear particulates.
o Carbon emissions: Smooth, slower driving lowers fuel consumption.
o Wildlife: Decreases animal casualties (pets, hedgehogs, birds, otters).
o Noise reduction: Low
App 5 - 29.27 Application by Meridian Solar Farm Limited Rule 6
Application by Meridian Solar Farm Limited for an Order Granting Development Consent for the Meridian Solar Farm Project
Rule 6 Letter
Please find below a link to a letter from the Examining Authority (ExA) that has been published on the National Infrastructure Planning website.
The letter is an invitation to the Preliminary Meeting for the above application (the ‘Rule 6’ letter) which will be held on 08 September 2026, 10.00am, Allia Future Business Centre Peterborough, Peterborough Conference Room, Peterborough United Football Club, London Road, Peterborough, PE2 8AN and virtually via Microsoft Teams. The letter includes an agenda for the meeting, a draft examination timetable and other important matters.
You can also view the letter under the documents page of the project webpage on the National Infrastructure Planning website:
Yours faithfully
Meridian Solar Farm Case Team
National Infrastructure Planning
Helpline: 0303 444 5000
Email: MeridianSolar@planninginspectorate.gov.uk
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Procedural decision
Interested Party Reference number: FD57CF484
Dear Sir / Madam
Please find below a link to a letter from the Examining Authority (ExA) that has been published on the National Infrastructure Planning website.
The letter provides notification of the Examining Authority’s procedural decision to request additional Statements of Common Ground.
You can also view the letter under the documents page of the project webpage on the National Infrastructure Planning website:
Yours faithfully
Meridian Solar Farm Case Team
National Infrastructure Planning
Helpline: 0303 444 5000
Email: MeridianSolar@planninginspectorate.gov.uk
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Dear Pam and Gordon,
I trust you’re both keeping well?
I’m contacting you in respect of the site DEP1-H2 at Land South of Towngate East and West of Linchfield Road, Market Deeping. I attach a copy of a Site Location Plan for reference.
Our client, the Rathbone Trust, now wishes to progress forward with preparation of an outline planning application for proposed residential and associated development of the site, targeting submission by the end of this year.
We have recently instructed a wider technical project team who are undertaking relevant survey work required to support a future application including ecological & arboricultural surveys, ground investigation relating to drainage, noise surveys, archaeological geophysical survey and traffic surveys (post-school holidays). Bidwells have also been instructed to progress masterplanning and design work to support a future application including consideration towards the design code as required by the policy allocation for the site.
We’ve also instructed a consultant, Greengage, who are preparing ES (Environmental Statement) Scoping over the next few weeks on the assumption that the outline planning application will require an ES. Once submitted, the ES Scoping will be published by SKDC in the public domain (similarly to a planning application).
We’re keen to discuss emerging proposals for the site and for Deepings NP Group/Town/Parish Councillors and the local community to be involved in helping to shape the proposals going forward.
We intend on attending SKDC’s Design PAD meetings scheduled for 10th September and 5th November 2026 as part progressing pre-application discussions and we would suggest that you or representatives of Deeping NP Group attend these meetings, if possible.
Can we please arrange to meet with you, either in-person and/or on a Teams call, within the next few weeks to discuss the emerging proposals and programme of work going forward?
We’re also keen to arrange a public exhibition of plans around September 2026 and would be grateful for your assistance with setting this up, if possible?
I look forward to hearing from you.
Kind regards,
MA (Hons) MRTPI
Associate, Planning
App 8 - 30.27 DEP1-H2 - Site Location Plan ref. C3105
Please contact the office for a copy of this map.
Move to new, up-to-date Local Plan system for SKDC
South Kesteven District Council is to move to the Government’s new Local Plan system.
A Local Plan sets out the planning framework for the next 20 years for housing provision, the economy, town centres, infrastructure provision and the environment.
It also sets out policies by which planning applications will be determined, in addition to allocating land for housing, employment and retail uses.
The new system offers a streamlined timescale to bring a new Local Plan forward more efficiently, and will build on the work already done to bring the existing document up to date by South Kesteven planning officers.
Cllr Phil Dilks, Cabinet Member for Planning, said: “Moving to the new Local Plan system gives us an opportunity to look ahead and make sure we have the right plan in place for South Kesteven’s future.
“We have already undertaken a significant amount of work, which will provide a strong foundation as we develop a new Local Plan.
“Our aim is to ensure future growth is planned carefully, with new homes, jobs and infrastructure delivered in the right places and in a way that works for our communities.”
The move to the new system would not affect current planning applications. Until a new Local Plan is adopted, national planning policy requirements will continue to be considered alongside the council’s existing policies when determining planning applications.
Recent work on developing a refreshed Local Plan will cease, and the Council will transition to the new style of Local Plan preparation, with the next steps to be formally announced.
A new Local Plan expected to be adopted by August 2029. Existing evidence and supporting work already prepared will be rolled forward to inform the new Plan.
The Council will now review and update its approach to planning for the future and prepare a new Local Plan that better reflects the needs and ambitions of communities across South Kesteven. Officers will look afresh at important elements such as where future housing and economic growth should take place.
It will help the council align with the Government’s updated planning system and provide a clear route towards adopting a new Local Plan.
The existing adopted plan remains in place and will continue to guide planning decisions while work takes place.
The current Local Plan is available to view online at:
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From: M and W Policy <mandwpolicy@cambridgeshire.gov.uk>
Date: 3 August 2026 at 16:13:59 BST
To: clerk@deepingstjames-pc.gov.uk
Subject: Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Minerals and Waste Local Plan Review - Scoping Consultation & Call for Sites
Dear Sir / Madam,
Cambridgeshire County Council
Planning Policy Team
Peterborough City Council
App 13 - 36.27 To report the outcome of previous Planning Applications:
Application No: S26/1100
Proposal: Intention to install three 9m light wooden poles.
Location: Land at Thackers Way Deeping St James Lincolnshire
SKDC: No objection
DSJPC: Not consulted
Application No: S26/1101
Proposal: Regulation 5 notice of intention to install fixed line broadband apparatus.
Location: Towning Close Deeping St James Lincolnshire
SKDC: No objection
DSJPC: Not consulted
Application No: S26/1129
Proposal: Notification of installation of upgrades at telecommunication base station.
Location: Deeping Car Centre Spalding Road Deeping St James
SKDC: No objection
DSJPC: Not consulted
Application No: S26/0158
Applicant: Drebbin Enterprise
Proposal: Submission of details reserved by condition 4 (Construction Environmental Management Plan) of planning permission S25/1709 - Retrospective application for the erection of a single storey warehouse and ancillary offices including minor external works to existing service yard for additional car parking.
Location: Kyoto Futons Ltd Hards Lane Frognall
SKDC: Details Approved 24th July 2026
DSJPC: Not consulted
Application No: S26/0911
Applicant: Mr K Rogers
Proposal: S73 application to remove condition 3 (agricultural occupancy) of planning permission SK/1313/75/2391 - Erection of bungalow.
Location: Llamedos Back Lane Deeping St James Lincolnshire PE6 8RT
SKDC: Grants Planning Permission
DSJPC: No objections provided the Local Planning Authority agree with the case made by the applicant.
Varying this condition does not set a precedent for possible further development on Back Lane as any future applications would be required to meet the planning regulations for dwellings in agricultural areas.