2026 Parish Council Minutes of Meetings

Crowland Parish Council

Minutes of Planning & Place Council Meeting

Held on Monday 9th March 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 Jordan Bloom, Cllr David Kempton, Cllr Graham Searle

Also in attendance: Becky Brothwell - Clerk/RFO

Meeting Started at 7.00pm

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

1. APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE

Apologies for absence were received and accepted from Cllr Peter Davis & Cllr Annette Williams and none received from Cllr Darren Warner, Cllr Katie Pepper & Cllr Jack Turner.

2. DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Cllr Graham Searle declared an interest in agenda item 3 – Planning Application H02-0182-26

Cllr Jon Boor declared an interest in agenda item 3 – Planning Application H02-0098-26

3. TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING

It was proposed, seconded and

Resolved: The minutes of the meeting held on 9th February 2026 were a true record and accurate record of the proceedings and were approved. Note: Add Cllr Jon Boor to attendees on minutes.

4. PLANNING APPLICATIONS

H02-0098-26 Reference OWPC55688        

8 PETERBOROUGH ROAD CROWLAND PETERBOROUGH PE6 0BA       

Single storey extension to the rear of the property

Comments: No objection

H02-0212-26 Reference OWPC55689

Adjacent to 77 Peterborough Road Crowland Peterborough PE6 0BB

Erection of new 3-bedroom dwelling

Comments: No objection

H02-0194-26 Reference OWPC55690

ROSEMEAD 2 BARBERS DROVE NORTH CROWLAND PE6 0BE

Single Storey Side Extension

Comments: The Parish Council raises concerns about the proposed single storey side extension, specifically the limited gap of approximately 1 foot to the boundary and the potential future maintenance implications.

H02-0189-26 Reference OWPC55691

HIDES FARM THE COMMON CROWLAND PE6 0HL

Change of use of existing outbuilding to ancillary living accommodation and minor alterations to external elevations – retrospective

Comments: Crowland Parish Council has no objection to the application, on the condition that the proposed restriction is implemented and maintained as specified.

H02-0182-26 Reference OWPC55692

THE MANOR HOUSE 5 EAST STREET CROWLAND PE6 0EN - CONDITION COMPLIANCE

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 as well as proposed materials and details of the roof light and roof hatch (Conditions 7, 8, 9 and 12 of H02-0837-25)

Comments: Support - The Parish Council notes the application and is pleased to see the renovation of the property being completed.

H02-0131-26 Reference OWPC55693

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

Comments: No objection

H02-0128-26 Reference OWPC55694

Land at Blackbird Close Crowland PE6 0BA

Erection of 3 dwellings together with double garage to Plot 3

Comments: No objection

H02-0111-26 Reference OWPC55695

9 Girdlestone Walk Crowland PE6 0AF

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

Comments: No objection

All comments agreed by Planning Committee.

5. PLANNING NOTIFICATIONS/DECISIONS

H02-0068-26 APPROVED

3A South Street Crowland Peterborough PE6 0AH

Details of all external doors & door frames & window frames (Conditions 4 & 5 of H02-1004-25)

H02-0015-26 APPROVED

85 SOUTH STREET CROWLAND PETERBOROUGH PE6 0AH

Works to Trees in Crowland Conservation Area

H02-0005-26 APPROVED

1 Manor Gardens Crowland Peterborough PE6 0DF

Works to Trees in Crowland Conservation Area

H02-1259-25 REFUSAL

Crowland Community Hall 65 Broadway Crowland PE6 0BH

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

6. Road Naming SNN0015-26 - rear of 75 South Street - Hutson Close

The Parish Council noted the consultation and had no comments to submit.

7. Bus Stop in West Street

Contact was received from Stagecoach on 6th March 2026, and a meeting has been arranged for Tuesday 17th March at 3pm with the Depot Manager to visit the bus stop location and discuss available options. The Bus Stop Grant application form will be completed in an effort to secure funding.

8. Highway Service – County Councillor CVS Nomination form

The Clerk will submit the CVS Nomination Form to request support for three projects: the Skate Park revamp, War Memorial cleaning, and the installation of a slab pathway to the Post Box on Postland Road.

9. To review the Call for Sites for the Local Plan.

Cllr David Kempton outlined several potential land options for submission, including James Road Industrial land, the option land next to the cemetery, the area between the Bowls Club and the Pavilion, leisure/hotel/commercial land, and land on the opposite side of the allotments. Cllr B. Alcock also suggested land between the allotments. Ambury Gardens was identified as a potential residential plot. The submission form must be completed by 31st March 2026.

10. Lamps of Peace

The committee reviewed the Lamps of Peace initiative and agreed to proceed with the purchase of a Lamp and a 90 × 54 flag. A recommendation will be made to Full Council for approval of the purchase.

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

Post Box at Postland Road – to be added for discussion.

District Council Funding – Cllr B. Alcock reported that £3,000 has been allocated for Crowland Christmas Lights.

Car Wash Site – Cllr P. Stowe noted that the site now appears to be selling cars; the planning application will be reviewed.

Abbey Clock – Cllr J. Boor requested that Steven Strickland be chased for an update; to be included on next month’s agenda.

Cemetery Crosses – Cllr G. Searle raised concerns that the wooden crosses are decaying and the grass is overgrown.

The meeting ended at 8.48pm

PARISH COUNCIL ACTIONS – 9th March 2026

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

Date………………………………….

Cllr Cathi Elphee