Minutes for the Planning Committee Meeting 10th February 2026

02-10-26 PLAN MINS

MINUTES OF THE LOUTH TOWN COUNCIL PLANNING COMMITTEE
HELD IN THE OLD COURT ROOM, THE SESSIONS HOUSE, LOUTH
ON TUESDAY 10th FEBRUARY 2026

Chairman, Cllr. P. Starsmore (PS) (in the chair).

Present Councillors: T. Ball (TB), Mrs. E. Ballard (EB), J. Baskett (JB), J. Drake (JD), D. Hobson (DH), G.E. Horton (GEH), Mrs. J. Makinson-Sanders (Mrs. JMS), D. Moore (DM), Mrs. K. Parsons (Mrs. KP), D.E. Wing (DEW).

Councillors not present: H. Filer (HF), H. Steer (HS), Mrs. P.F. Watson (Mrs. PFW).

The Town Clerk, Mrs. L.M. Phillips and the Town Clerk’s Assistant, Mrs. S. Chitauro-Adlard were also present.

P81. Apologies for Absence
Apologies for absence were received from Cllrs. HS and Mrs. PFW.

P82. Declarations of Interest / Dispensations
The following declarations of interest were made:
a. Cllr. Mrs. JMS – Items 4, 5, 6 and 7 as a member of East Lindsey District Council (ELDC).
b. Cllr. DH – Items 4, 5, 6, and 7 as a member of ELDC.
c. Cllr. GEH – Items 4, 5, 6 and 7 as a member of ELDC.
d. Cllr. PS – Planning Application 1 as a resident of Fanthorpe Lane.

P83. Minutes
It was proposed, seconded and RESOLVED that the notes of the Planning Committee Meeting held on 20th January 2026 be approved as the minutes.

P84. Applications received by the Local Planning Authority
The Committee considered all planning applications received, including those listed in the schedule (PA/Schedule 02-10-26) and it was proposed, seconded and RESOLVED as follows:
a. 03090/25/OUT – to STRONGLY object, as previously but would add that: The application states ‘access to be determined’ and would confirm that Fanthorpe Lane is unadopted and maintained by its residents, therefore, access is not available along it and the plans state a disconnect from the lane. The number of houses, increasing with this development, from a single point of access is concerning, for reasons of safety of the residents within, should an incident block the entry and exit to the estate. This needs to be resolved prior to any extension of the estate or indeed an application. This site is believed to be the site of a neolithic burial ground, which could yield significant finds, not just for Louth but for Lincolnshire and so an archaeological survey is imperative. There have been two accidents in the area in recent weeks, due to the already significant amount of traffic. One fatal and one where significant facial injuries were sustained. Access to be determined is a key factor. All roads in the area are extremely overpopulated with traffic and to add more is irresponsible. Louth Town Council request that this application is called in for a decision by ELDC’s Planning Committee.
b. To support all other applications.

NB: Cllr DM took the chair for discussion of PA1.

P85. Planning Correspondence
The Committee noted the following planning correspondence:
a. ELDC Planning Decisions
i. ELDC approved – 03777/25/OUT – Outline Erection – 52 St. Mary’s Lane, LN11 0DT – LTC supported 20/01/26.
ii. ELDC approved – 03795/25/FUL – Planning Permission – The Glass Gables, Stewton Lane, LN11 8SB – LTC supported 20/01/26.
iii. ELDC approved – 03578/25/FUL – Reserved Matters – 32 St. Mary’s Lane, LN11 0DT – LTC supported 09/12/26.
iv. ELDC approved – 03637/25/FUL – Planning Permission – 4 Crown Mills, Ramsgate Road, LN11 0NJ – LTC supported 20/01/26.
v. ELDC approved – 03734/25/FUL – Planning Permission – 114 Kidgate, LN11 9BX – LTC objected 20/01/26.
b. Temporary Traffic Restrictions
i. Organisation Responsible for Restriction: OCU Utility Services.
Reason for Restriction: Emergency – Northern Power Grid power fault repair.
Nature and Location of Restriction: Emergency Road Closure Order – Broadbank (between Northgate and Northgate Court).
Period of Restriction: 15/01/26 – 21/01/26 (restrictions to be implemented for 6 days as and when required during this period. Signage will be displayed on site in advance).
ii. Organisation Responsible for Restriction: Anglian Water.
Reason for Restriction: Water main repairs.
Nature and Location of Restriction: Road Closure Order – B1520 Upgate (between Gospelgate and Shaws Mews)
Period of Restriction: 02/03/26 – 20/03/26 (restrictions to be implemented for various nights and/or days as and when required during this period. Accurate dates and times will be displayed on site in advance).
iii. Organisation Responsible for Restriction: Cadent Gas Ltd.
Reason for Restriction: Emergency – gas escape repair.
Nature and Location of Restriction: Emergency Road Closure Order – Kidgate (between Lee Street and Aswell Street)
Period of Restriction: 29/01/26 – 04/02/26 (restrictions to be implemented for 7 days as and when required during this period. Signage will be displayed on site in advance).
iv. Organisation Responsible for Restriction: Anglian Water.
Reason for Restriction: Emergency – stop tap replacement.
Nature and Location of Restriction: Emergency Road Closure Order – B1520 Upgate (between property numbers 17a and 23).
Period of Restriction: 02/02/26 – 03/02/26, 19:00 to 06:00 (restrictions to be implemented for 2 days as and when required during this period. Signage will be displayed on site in advance).
v. Organisation Responsible for Restriction: Anglian Water.
Reason for Restriction: Emergency – stop tap repairs.
Nature and Location of Restriction: Emergency Road Closure Order – Church Street (between Newmarket and a point 50m northwest).
Period of Restriction: 03/02/26 – 04/02/26, 22:00 to 06:00 (restrictions to be implemented for 2 days as and when required during this period. Signage will be displayed on site in advance).

P86. Proposed Work to Trees
It was proposed, seconded and RESOLVED to ratify comments submitted by the Planning Working Group in relation to the below applications:
a. Proposals: Group 1 – Sycamore – dismantle to approx. 6ft for carving, Walnut – dismantle to approx. 6ft for carving, 2x Hollys – dismantle, Laburnum – dismantle. Location: 26 Westgate. Reasons: None provided. Comments: Object. Tree officer should visit to assess the size, health and vitality of these trees before a decision is made. Removal of healthy trees which pose no problems or risks is not supported.
b. Proposals: T1 – Beech – canopy reduction – reduce height from 18m leaving a height of 14m. Reduce canopy radius from 8m to 5m from the main stem cutting back to viable secondary growth points and following natural flow of lines. Height will be left above historic pruning points. Remove dead wood. Tree has included bark at numerous locations on the main stem. Location: 38 Westgate. Reasons: T1 – Beech – it is now a lot of wind sale and past its pruning cycle. It is also outgrowing its current location. Comments: Support.

P87. Next Meeting
It was noted that the next scheduled Planning Committee meeting would take place on 3rd March 2026.

The Meeting Closed at 9.08pm.

Signed_______________________ (Chairman) Dated_________________________