2026 Minutes (Planning and Highways Committee)

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Grass cutting contract jointly held with Deeping St James Parish Council (DSJPC).

DSJPC approached Market Deeping Town Council to enquire if the council would consider a three-year contract with a contractor as opposed to renewing yearly.   This was considered at Market Deeping Town Council’s meeting on 11 February and it was RESOLVED unanimously to agree to a 3-year contract.   Councillors who have experience of drafting contracts will update the clauses in the new contract.

The Committee enquired when the grass cutting would commence.  The Deputy Clerk to check contract and email the committee.

A meeting took place on 5 February with Lincolnshire Highways officer, Cllr Mrs Jones, Cllr Dr Byrd, Deputy Clerk and the Park-keeper to discuss the lack of parking in Godsey Crescent.  The Highways officer reported that there is little that can be done other than those who do not have a dropped kerb could apply for one which would remove cars from parking on the road.  To install a dropped kerb permission is required from the relevant authority and there will be a cost to the resident.   

The Highways Officer also spent time observing traffic and parking at the roundabout on Godsey Lane outside the post office.  The officer had submitted a request for double yellow lines in this area a couple of years ago and would follow this up.

LCC Officer informed that street name signs are the responsibility of SKDC.  Cllr Dr Byrd agreed to raise with SKDC the residents request to move Kingsgate sign further down the road at the access to Kingsgate.  The current location of the sign is proving difficult for services including emergency services to find properties.

Cllr Dr Byrd informed that she would write to SKDC requesting that a pot of money is identified to assist with dropped kerb fees for this area.

Cllr Dr Byrd informed that she had reported this request on Fixmystreet.

A number of Councillors attended the private viewing held by Charles Church (Persimmon) on 4 February with regards to the proposed development north of Towngate West.  Following the meeting a letter was sent to Charles Church (Persimmon) outlining Market Deeping Town Council’s observations and comments.   

The Committee thanked Cllr Mrs Jones for responding to Charles Church (Persimmon) on behalf of the Town Council.

The clock company have informed that due to a delay with the painters the clock will now be installed on 12 March 2026.

The Committee agreed that if the installation of the clock had to be delayed due to the ongoing investigatory water work issues in the car park in the town centre they were happy to postpone installation if necessary.

Correspondence to be noted – Received up to 4 March 2026

No.

Received from

Date Received

Subject

Committee Response

1.

SKDC

06.02.26

Appeal Decision from Planning Inspectorate regarding S25/0952 and S25/0953.  Appeal A is dismissed and Appeal B is dismissed.

The development proposed is install conservatory to the rear of the property.

Noted.

2.

SKDC

09.02.26

Record of valid planning applications registered between 2 – 6 February 2026

Noted.

3.

SKDC

11.02.26

SKDC Agenda for Planning Committee, Thursday 19 February 2026, 10.00am

Noted.

4.

SKDC

23.02.26

Record of valid planning applications registered between 16 – 20 February 2026

Noted.

5.

SKDC

02.03.26

Record of valid planning applications registered between 23 – 27 February 2026

Noted.

6.

LCC

03.03.26

Notification of temporary traffic regulation order – Market Deeping TTR015482

Reason for restriction: Carriageway resurfacing

Nature and location of restriction:

Road closure Order –

B1524 Peterborough Road

B1524 Halfleet

B1524 Church Street

No waiting & no loading at any time Order –

B1524 Peterborough Road

B1524 Halfleet

B1524 Church Street

Period of restriction:

14.04.26 – 20.05.26

21:00 to 06:00

Noted. 

The notification of temporary traffic regulation has been added to the town council’s website and shared on Facebook.

Correspondence to be acted upon – Received up to 4 March 2026

No.

Received from

Date Received

Subject

Committee Response

1.

Resident

28.02.26

Safety concern regarding height of shrubbery at entrance/exit to Tesco.  Visibility is poor for pedestrians and vehicles. 

03.03.26 Deputy Clerk contacted Tesco informing them of the safety concern with a request to reduce the height of the shrubbery.

Ref. no

Application details and address

MDTC response

S26/0191

Applicant: Neil Johnson

Location: 28 Towngate East, Market Deeping, PE6 8DG

Proposal: Erection of four bay garage, outdoor seating and kitchen area

App Type: Householder

SKDC deadline: 05.03.26

It was RESOLVED unanimously to request SKDC Planning Committee calls-in this application due to the impact on a listed building and the effect that the kitchen area will have on neighbours. 

S26/0216

Proposal: Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except access) for a residential development comprising the erection of up to 150 dwellings (Use Class C3) and associated infrastructure including, but not limited to, sustainable urban drainage systems, public open space, internal roads/routes and upgrades to the public highway (PCC Ref: EIA Scoping Option 26/00001/SCOP)

Location: Land east of Lincoln Road, Market Deeping

SKDC deadline: 18.02.26

An Extraordinary Planning and Highways Committee meeting took place on 17 February 2026 to consider the response to SKDC.  Response sent 18 February 2026 and acknowledgement received from SKDC and PCC.

The response is contained within the minutes of the Extraordinary Planning & Highways minutes of 17 February 2026. 

S26/0217

Proposal: Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except access) for a mixed-use, phased development comprising up to 1,100 dwellings (Use Class C3); retirement living apartments (Use Class C3); 1FE primary school (Use Class F1); local centre (Use Class E and/or F2); formal open space including pavilion (Use Class F2) and associated operations and infrastructure including, but not limited to, sustainable urban drainage system, landscaping, habitat creation and internal roads/routes (PCC Ref: EIA Scoping Opinion 26/00002/SCOP

Location: Land west of Lincoln Road, Market Deeping

SKDC deadline: 18.02.26

An Extraordinary Planning and Highways Committee meeting took place on 17 February 2026 to consider the response to SKDC.  Response sent 18 February 2026 and acknowledgement received from SKDC and PCC.

The response is contained within the minutes of the Extraordinary Planning & Highways minutes of 17 February 2026. 

S26/0096

Applicant: Mr Hekar Berwari

Location: 106 Church Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8AL

Proposal: Change of use of warehouse/storage space into 2 separate units consisting of a takeaway and a barbershop

App Type: Full Planning Permission

SKDC deadline: 05.03.26

The Committee would like to see any renovations or changes at the front of the property is in keeping with the conservation area and approved by SKDC’s conservation officer.

S25/2333

Applicant: Mrs Yanna Blakey

Location: 14 Deene Close, Market Deeping, PE6 8SX

Proposal: Change of use from residential dwelling (C3) to a mix use of residential (C3) and a hair salon (Sui Generis)

App Type: Full Planning Permission

SKDC deadline: 16.03.26

Cllr Neilson left the meeting at 8.00pm.

The committee had no comment.

S26/0299

Applicant: Mrs Steph Redhead

Location: 10 Woodcroft Close, Market Deeping, PE6 8BT

Proposal: Remove 2 Hawthorn trees

App Type: Works to TPO Tree(s)

SKDC deadline: 12.03.26

The Committee requests that a location plan is provided as there is insufficient information. The Committee also requests that SKDC’s tree officer visits the location to assess the tree and assist the resident with their application. 

S26/0350

Applicant: Miss Williamina Delton

Location: Stable Cottage, High Street, Market Deeping, PE6 8ED

Proposal: Section 211 Notice for the removal of two conifer trees next to the garage.  Client is getting concerned about how close the tree is to the garage.

SKDC deadline: 17.03.26

The Committee believes there is insufficient information. The Committee requests that SKDC’s tree officer visits the location to assess the tree and assists the resident with their application. 

Ref No.

Application details and address

SKDC Decision

S26/0047

Applicant: Mr S Alder

SECOND SCHEDULE: 7 Wade Park Avenue, Market Deeping

FIRST SCHEDULE: Construction of a single-storey rear extension spanning the full width of the existing property

Date received: 13.01.26

Decision date: 23.02.26

Certificate of Lawful Use or Development (Proposed)

S25/2266

Applicant: Mr Karl Eve

Location: 49 Towngate East, Market Deeping

Proposal: Submission of details reserved by conditions 3 (biodiversity mitigation and enhancement) and 4 (soft landscaping) of planning permission S25/1198 – Demolition of existing building and change of use from agricultural and commercial yard to open storage

Date received: 25.11.26

Decision date: 26.02.26

Details approved

S26/0007

Applicant: Mrs Hannah Lambert

Location: Land south of A15 west of Peterborough Road

Proposal: Submission of details reserved by condition 7 (archaeological investigation) of planning permission (S24/0617 – outline planning application for up to 80 dwellings, including vehicular access, pedestrian and cycle links, public open space, landscaping, drainage and associated works

Date registered: 06.01.26

Decision date: 02.03.26

Details approved

MDTC Reported Highway Issues – Planning & Highways Committee – up to 4 March 2026

No.

Highway Issue

Date reported

Reported

 to

Response

1

Halfleet (between St Guthlac’s Church and Towngate) – Significant carriageway deterioration.

22/07/20

LCC Ref 373932

Fix my street details below 23/07/20 – Investigating

23/07/20 – In Progress

25/11/20 – Action scheduled

04/01/21 – Chased up by District Cllr

18/02/21 – In Progress

10.12.21 – LCC reported fixed

05.01.22 Cllr Shelton advised that he would check that the road had been repaired.

07.12.22 – P&H Cttee to check if the work had been carried out by LCC, if not resubmit request for the repair work.

As requested, the Deputy Clerk has written to the county Councillor for Market Deeping and awaiting a response. 

Discussed with Senior Highways Officer from LCC on 2 May – awaiting feedback

02.06.23 – LCC highways have visited the site and have confirmed that repair work is required.  This will be programmed in but could not give a date at this time.   

10.02.25 – LCC highways informed that the whole road along Halfleet and Church Street will be resurfaced, which is an increase to the original programme but no timescale could be given.

2

Increase in traffic/parking on Godsey Lane following the relocation of the post office.  Concern expressed by residents that it is unsafe for pedestrians.

LCC

*Meeting took place with Cllr Shelton, Cllr Dr Byrd, Cllr Mrs Jones, Deputy Clerk and the Senior Highways Officer, LCC on 2 May, awaiting feedback. 

12.06.23 LCC informed that a written forward planning brief for the parking restrictions to be reviewed outside the post office and around the junction had been sent to the county councillor for approval.  Once approved it can be submitted to be included on the programme of works.  As it is a substantial programme they cannot provide a timeframe at present.

27.02.24 – Deputy Clerk requested an update from LCC highways.

05.06.24 – Deputy Clerk reported that LCC Highways were following this up.

25.09.24 – Deputy Clerk requested an update from LCC regarding the parking restrictions near the post office and pedestrian crossing points.

26.09.24 – LCC checking on progress.

Nov/Dec 24 - Safe crossing points have been installed on Godsey Lane.

3

Pavement Gap – Northfield Road

02.05.23

LCC

*As above – ongoing

4

Quiet Lane Status – Millfield Road

02.05.23

*As above – ongoing

03.09.25 – Cllr Mrs Jones confirmed that this is ongoing.

5

Stamford Road – Cllrs request for double yellow lines to be installed outside the two new houses due to the narrowness of the road.  The yellow lines would not be installed outside existing properties.

06.06.23

LCC

07.07.23 - LCC will review this request once the building work has been completed but believes the narrowing of the road actually is a natural form of traffic calming.

6

Bend on Northfield Road into Blenheim Way. 

06.09.23 P&H Cttee requested this be listed on the Highways report for monitoring.  The Committee have raised this as an area of concern with LCC on previous occasions.

02.02.24 – Two road incidents took place on Friday 2 February 2024.  A business in the area has copied in LCC, Police, Lincs Road Safety Partnership and the district councillor.  

09.02.23 Two further road incidents reported by local business to LCC/Police/District Councillor.

12.02.24 Deputy Clerk contacted LCC Highways as per P&H Cttee’s request for immediate safety measures to be installed at this location.

21.02.24 – LCC responded and informed that they have carried out interim measures to address concerns, including lining improvements and vegetation clearance so warning signs are more visible.  Works are underway to review the speed limit on Northfield Road and works are also planned to re-texture the road surface and improve skid resistance later this year.

01.05.24 – LCC consulting on reducing the speed limit to 40mph on Northfield Road.

01.05.24 – P&H Ctte resolved unanimously to request that the speed limit is reduced to 30mph due to the new housing development and future housing developments along Northfield Road.

29.05.24 – Consultation response sent from P&H Cttee to LCC.

7

Cllr reported a broken bench located in St Guthlac’s Avenue.  The bench is not owned by MDTC

04.10.24

FixMyStreet

Ref 4198498

SKDC referred the matter to LCC.

22.01.26 Followed up with SKDC as Lincs saying bench does not belong to them.

8

Earlier in the year a tree fell across Stamford Road due to strong winds.  The tree was removed from the road and laid on the verge, there are still a lot of chopped branches on the verge which needs clearing.

03.07.25

FixMyStreet Ref 2848556

03.07.25 LCC logged the report.

21.07.25 LCC are sorry but they are not taking immediate action with this report because their current resources are extremely limited and have to focus their enforcement on matters of a significant danger or nuisance to road users.  LCC will, however, continue to monitor the site during their routine inspections and will review the situation.   

9

Resident reported that The Orchard pavement is a trip hazard due to uneven surface. 

11.08.25

Fixmystreet Ref 2852524

13.08.25 – Reported by Cllr Dr Byrd on Fixmystreet

13.08.25 – LCC investigating.

10

Pothole on the High Street

13.11.25

17.11.25

Fixmystreet 2861332

14.11.25 LCC investigating

Report to LCC that the pothole has deteriorated over the weekend.

18.11.25 LCC referred to Virgin Media who is responsible for this issue.

w/c 24.11.25 Pothole fixed.

09.12.25 – Reported to LCC that pothole has been partially repaired by Virgin Media.  A photo sent showing the size and depth of pothole as of 09.12.25.

11

Paving area outside Moore Thompson, 27 Market Place, PE6 8EA.  Cracked slabs some of which are wobbly and a trip hazard

17.12.25

Fixmystreet

2866001

17.12.25 Reported to LCC

17.12.25 LCC have investigated and works are now planned.  Once the work is due to take place they will let the council know.

24.12.25 LCC reported action is scheduled.

12

Broke and uneven slabs on John Eve Way near Tesco roundabout

05.02.26

Fixmystreet

2875318

05.02.26 Reported to LCC

18.02.26 Highways issued work out to delivery gangs.

13

Resident reported street light on walkway between Douglas Road and Wade Park Avenue near the gate of Market Deeping Bowls Club has been removed, remnants taped up with red and white tape.  Resident would like to know when a replacement light will be installed as there is now insufficient light.

03.03.26

Fixmystreet

2882696

04.03.26 Reported to LCC/SKDC

14

Resident reported standing water covering less than half the road on the High Street.

04.03.26

Fixmystreet

4212432

04.03.26 Reported by resident to LCC

15

Resident reported to the town hall that a new water meter had been installed in the public pavement and is now a trip hazard.  Location outside 5 Dixon Road

04.03.26

Fixmystreet

2882712

04.03.26 Reported to LCC.