2026 Parish Council Minutes of Meetings

Crowland Parish Council

Minutes of Planning & Place Council Meeting

Held on Monday 18th May 2026 at 7.00pm In the Parish Rooms, Hall Street, Crowland

Attendees: Cllr Cathi Elphee (Chair) – Cllr Jon Boor, Cllr Bryan Alcock, Cllr Peter Stowe, Cllr David Kempton, Cllr Graham Searle, Cllr Peter Davis, Cllr Katie Pepper, Cllr Jon Boor, Cllr Jack Turner & Cllr Annette Williams

Also in attendance: Tina Croxford – Deputy Clerk

The meeting started at 7.00pm

The meeting was opened by Chair - Councillor C Elphee, who welcomed all attendees.

1.  APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE
      None

2. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Cllr Graham Searle declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Item 5

Cllr David Kempton declared a non-pecuniary interest in Agenda Item 10

3. ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIRMAN

Cllr Jack Turner offered to take on the post of Vice Chair as he would like to get more involved.

On the proposition of Cllr Annette Williams, seconded by Cllr Peter Stowe, and agreed by all Cllr Jack Turner was appointed Vice Chair of the Planning Committee.

4. TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING

It was proposed, Cllr Jon Boor seconded Cllr Peter Davis and

Resolved: The minutes of the meeting held on 20th April 2026 were a true record and accurate record of the proceedings and were approved.

5. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

H02-0465-26 Reference OWPC7014

Jamity Lodge The Common Crowland PE6 0HL

Erection of Machinery Storage & Repairs Building

Comments: CPC have no comments or issues as presuming for farming.

H02-0457-26 Reference Condition Compliance OWPC57015

Harrington Drive Crowland Peterborough PE6 0BA

Details of public highway and finished surface levels (Conditions 6 and 7 of H02-1006-21)

Comments: no comments

H02-0448-26 Reference OWPC57016

1 ST MARY CLOSE CROWLAND PETERBOROUGH PE6 0NR

Proposed single storey extensions to front and rear of dwelling

Comments: no objections

H02-0435-26 Reference OWPC57017

23 NORMANTON ROAD CROWLAND PETERBOROUGH PE6 0JJ

Erection of single storey rear extension

Comments: no comments or objections

H02-0379-26 Reference Approved

Snowden Field, Pavilion Thorney Road Crowland PE6 0AL

Works to Trees in Crowland Conservation Area

Comments: CPC leave this to the expertise of the Tree Specialist.

H02-0374-26 Reference OWPC57018

ABBEYFIELDS 3 THE CHASE CROWLAND PE6 0LN

Demolition of existing side extension & outbuildings & alterations including formation of additional bedrooms in roof space with dormers to front elevation

Comments:  Object -  CPC feel that this building is completely out of character for the surrounding area, also being in a very close proximity to the kissing ground and Abbey.  CPC feel as so much ground area, the objectives could be met with a single-story property, retaining the characteristics of the previous property, which would have suited the area better.

H02-0378-26 Reference Condition Compliance OWPC57019

THE MANOR HOUSE 5 EAST STREET CROWLAND PE6 0EN

Details of window frames (Condition 11 of H02-0837-25)

Comments:  CPC are pleased to see the works are being done to the appropriate standard.

H02-0361-26 Reference OWPC57020

9 MILLFIELD GARDENS CROWLAND SPALDING PE6 0HA

First floor side/rear extension and alterations

Comments: Objection – CPC believe this is an overdevelopment for the area.  The external cladding doesn’t seem to be in keeping with the character of other houses in the existing area, the visual external appearance and a flat roof.  CPC also queries any restriction of the right of light that would impact the neighbours.

H02-1106-25 Reference  REFUSAL (Appealed) Comment submitted Appeal reference 6008308

Crowland Community Hall 65 Broadway Crowland Peterborough PE6 0BH

Change of use of community hall section for commercial storage – Retrospective

Comments CPC have the same comments that have been submitted before – also add photos

6. PLANNING NOTIFICATIONS/DECISIONS

H02-0212-26 APPROVED

Adjacent to 77 Peterborough Road Crowland Peterborough PE6 0BB

Erection of new 3 bedroom dwelling

H02-0194-26 APPROVED

ROSEMEAD 2 BARBERS DROVE NORTH CROWLAND PE6 0BE

Single Storey Side Extension

H02-0182-26 APPROVED

THE MANOR HOUSE 5 EAST STREET CROWLAND PE6 0EN

Details of a full method statement outlining method of construction and proposed materials as well as including item-specific elevation drawings relating to reinstatement and rebuilding of chimney, full details of the proposed modifications including a scale of 1:20 construction elevation drawings of the proposed new structure (Conditions 7, 8 and 9 of H02-0837-25)

H02-0131-26 APPROVED

THE FIRS 16 KEMP STREET CROWLAND PE6 0HE

Demolition of existing conservatory, kitchen & dining room and erect new kitchen dining room, alterations to shower and wc area and replacement front entrance porch

H02-0128-26 APPROVED

Land at Blackbird Close Crowland PE6 0BA

Erection of 3 dwellings together with double garage to Plot 3

H02-0111-26 APPROVED

9 Girdlestone Walk Crowland PE6 0AF

Single storey extension to side, single storey extension to rear and first floor extension above existing garage with alterations to garage to provide living space

H02-0098-26 APPROVED

8 PETERBOROUGH ROAD CROWLAND PETERBOROUGH PE6 0BA

Single storey extension to the rear of the property

H02-1179-25 APPROVED

Decoy Farm Spalding Road Crowland PE6 0LX

       Proposed Solar Farm and associated infrastructure - approved under H02-0606-18. Modification of Condition 1 to allow amendments to previously approved plans.
 

7. POST BOX AT POSTLAND ROAD

This has now been completed, thanks were given to Cllr Darren Warner.

8. ABBEY CLOCK

Ongoing

9. GRAVEYARD

A scaled plan needs to be produced.  A meeting is to be arranged with the Churchyard Warden and Churchyard Committee.

10. IN BLOOM PLANTERS

An email was received from In Bloom, requesting that the 2 tier and 3 tier planters in the centre of town be reduced in height.  This was discussed and agreed to be a good idea to reduce the 3-tier (removing the top tier), making it a 2 tier.  Reducing the 2 tier will require further investigation.  JB to action with the workforce, also to look into the watering reservoir needs filling.  Also, a watering lance was agreed to be purchased. Was this actioned?

It was proposed, Cathi Elphee, seconded by Peter Stowe and agreed by all  Resolved:

11. BUS STOP IN WEST STREET

Ongoing – meeting to be rescheduled.

12. BENCHES

This has been ongoing and a recommendation for a Bench for Reg Boot and Michael Atkinson as long-standing councillors. It was commented that a bench was removed from the Gravel Causeway (Near the Wildlife Pond), this was removed as the wood had rotted and for safety reasons.  This was discussed and agreed to be replaced once a replacement was resourced.   It was also discussed that there is a concrete base near the Snowden on South Street Green, which was proposed as an ideal place to put a bench for Reg and Michael.  There is also a base at the end of West Street, which this area was suggested for Lorna's bench.

It was suggested that the bench be the same patters and the one CPC ordered for the Skate Park.  Measurements and 3 quotes will be needed.  It was also suggested that the prices for the same style of benches be requested. One price will then be passed on to Lorna's family.  More metal bench ends are also to be ordered  

It was proposed by Cathi Elphee, seconded Jon Boor and agreed by all  Resolved:

13. DOG WASTE / REQUEST

An email was received regarding the dog waste bin close to a house, be relocated, this was discussed and photos were reviewed.  It was agreed that this bin had moved and was now close to the road.  It was suggested that the bin be relocated to the other side of the wall, from Abbey Mews.  CPC will relocate and replace it with a new bin.

A new bin liner is to be purchased.

It was proposed by Cathi Elphee, seconded by Annette Williams and agreed by all  Resolved:

14. ANY OTHER MATTERS TO BE INCLUDED ON A FUTURE AGENDA.

Planning Town Walk to be actioned for July.
 

The meeting ended at 8.35pm

PARISH COUNCIL ACTIONS – 18TH May 2026

Signed by Chair……………………………….                

Date………………………………….

Cllr Cathi Elphee