Object

Representation ID: 3408

Received: 26/08/2025

Respondent: Mr David Whiting

We strongly object to the proposed village expansion. The development would irreparably damage the village's unique character and charm, transforming it into a sprawling suburb. The additional traffic would burden the already congested roads leading to Bourne and Market Deeping, causing safety concerns and increased pollution. Furthermore, the surrounding area is being gradually eroded by housing developments and quarries, threatening its natural beauty and rural identity. We believe it's essential to preserve this area, protecting its heritage and environment for future generations. Expansion would be a step too far, compromising the village's very essence.

Object

Representation ID: 3459

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Jason Hill

SK319 - the increase in the number of dwellings will significantly alter the character of the village, increase strain on facilities and negatively impact the traffic flow in and around the village and the A15 access.

Object

Representation ID: 3496

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Environment Agency

We object to this site allocation unless a principle is added regarding an avoidance of built development in flood zone 3.

The site allocation will be connecting to Deepings Water Recycling Centre. Therefore, we recommend the following is included as a principle:

'Additional treatment capacity is required at waste water treatment works and new discharge permits are required for water quality targets. This should be incorporated early on in the development of scheme specifics, as part of a scheme wide delivery strategy which demonstrates that capacity is available or could be made available to serve the development subject to phasing'.

Object

Representation ID: 3549

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Ben McNaughton

Objecting to site : SKPR-319
Increasing the village by a third is far to much of an increase in one development.
Most houses have 2 or more cars and this would increase traffic on the a15, this road struggles as is with current traffic loads. The village school is already full, local doctors and dentists are at capacity and struggle to cope without 283 extra houses.

Comment

Representation ID: 3568

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mrs Anne Brader

No to 283 new dwellings but agree to possibly original suggestion of 86.
A15 Baston crossroads and accident black spot traffic congestion & accidents a constant worry even now.
Only one primary school won’t cope, the other is an expensive private school for chosen few.
Only one local Deepings Medical Practice which is overloaded now.
Existing problem with sewer drainage/smells across the road from the proposed planning site Colton Close/Mayfield Gdns area
Large new housing development plans in Market Deeping and Bourne will put extra pressure on existing roads and amenities.

Object

Representation ID: 3572

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Miss Kirsty Milner

1. It will increase the village size by 1/3 which is way beyond natural growth. It will harm the villages rural character
3. On average each house has 2 cars, that would increase the volume of traffic on the A15 by quite a considerable amount. The A15 already struggles with current traffic.
4. Where’s the extra schools, doctors surgery’s, dentists practices etc. most if not all are at maximum capacity.
5. A lot of people including myself moved from a busy populated area to be in a quiet village, so growth by 1/3 is just mind blowingly unreasonable.

Object

Representation ID: 3579

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Paul Brader

No to 283 new homes but possibly agree to the original suggestion of 86 new homes to include affordable new housing
A15 congested already and has nearby dangerous black spot.
A15 has constant traffic in both directions making joining it hazardous
Local Deeping Medical practice is overloaded already
Plans in place to build additional 2000 plus houses in Market Deeping and more in Bourne will also increase local traffic on A15
We need improvements to local infrastructure and more local amenities now even before any new houses

Object

Representation ID: 3589

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Ms Sascha Moreira

The village of Baston cannot cope with this many new houses, hence why we object. The A15 is already a busy and dangerous road, especially in rush hour too many cars already chance the crossing. We do not have enough Dr's or NHS dentists in the local area to support this many new houses, let alone school places within Baston. The fields also flood every year. We recently bought in Baston due to the friendly small village vibe, we do not wish to have the village expanded by an extra third and lose its village feel.

Object

Representation ID: 3591

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Ivan Moreira

Too many cars already on the road, the crossing into Baston is already too dangerous without adding even more cars. We do not have the schools, doctors or dentists to support this many new houses. The fields flood every year so with even more houses this problem will get worse. We recently bought in Baston due to the friendly small village vibe, we do not wish to have the village expanded by an extra third and lose its village feel.

Object

Representation ID: 3597

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Baston CE Primary School

SKPR_123
As a govenor at Baston CE Primary School, I'm objecting on behalf of School to this development. We are a small school and are above PAN (pupil admission number) in some years. Our clasrooms were built to accomodate a PAN of 25. We have no capacity to accomodate an increased number of pupils that would result from this development. Further more, the distance from the development is an issue for children walking to and from school because of the distance and the need for them to cross an 'A' road. Children's safety has, and always will be, our priority.

Object

Representation ID: 3672

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Linda Frost

I would like to register my very strong objection to the proposed development of 283 houses being built on land at Baston. My first objection is that, as there has been very little information given out at the moment I am unable to form a constructive view. My other worries are:-

1. Access and volume of traffic onto A15
2. Access onto King Street (a notoriously dangerous and narrow road) many a car has finished in the dykes on an icy winters morning.
3. School placements - There is at present only one public school in Baston village. Kirkstone House being a private school. The majority of the children come from outside the village, creating more traffic chaos at certain times of the day.
4. GP Practices - it is hard enough getting a Dr’s appointment now without the possible increase of patients. Especially with the number of areas being developed in the whole area.

Just a few of my worries. There is clearly not the infrastructure in place to cope with the proposed 40% increase in housing in Baston village.

Object

Representation ID: 3677

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Pete Jackson

I strongly object to the proposed development SKPR-319 on Deeping Road, Baston. The plan threatens the village’s rural character, will reduce property values, and risks potential legal challenges. Local services are already overstretched: GP and dentist access is limited, the primary school is near capacity, and private provision cannot replace public need. The expected 200–300 additional vehicles will worsen congestion and compromise road safety, particularly at Maltby Drive. This development would damage community wellbeing, infrastructure, and safety. I urge the council to reject SKPR-109 to protect Baston’s character and residents’ quality of life.

Object

Representation ID: 3680

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mrs Amanda Edwards

Far too many proposed houses for site. A15 already very congested, peak times = 20mins to exit village. Crossroads has poor visibility from Greatford Rd = frequent near misses and accidents. Crossing Greatford Rd to access pedestrian crossing dangerous due to traffic volume/speed, crossing A15 at Maltby Drive perilous due to limited space on island. No cycle/footpath north or south of village so unable to cycle/walk out safely + limited public transport = more A15 traffic. No capacity on Greatford Rd for extra traffic, King St unsafe already (unlit, narrow, adverse camber, no cycle/footpath). School at capacity already.

Object

Representation ID: 3683

Received: 22/08/2025

Respondent: Robert Evans

There is no way Baston could or should be expected to cope with a proposed expansion of 40%

The scoring of the plan is incorrect as it identifies two primary schools when one of them is a private school.

There are already safety issues at both the crossroads and the Waterside junction that LCC are failing to address and any further expansion should lead to them being liable for accidents as they will be the ones who have encouraged the expansion.

There are already excessive queues in the side roads at the crossroads in Baston at peak hours, particularly in school term with the majority of children being driven to both the state and private schools. There also won’t be sufficient school places for the new children in the village.

The large doctors surgery in Deeping is already overwhelmed and cannot cope with the additional residents if Baston is expanded any further.
There is a lack of jobs in the area and a lack of investment in recreational infrastructure as well.

In short only infill development should be considered for an over developed village like Baston

This proposal fails of SP4 requirements a, b, d and f.

Comment

Representation ID: 3684

Received: 23/08/2025

Respondent: Maria Locke

I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the proposed planning application for our village. I believe the plans are unrealistic and fail to take into account the current pressures on local infrastructure.

• Vehicles forced to turn around in Maltby due to the left-turn only restriction at the crossroads
• Regular flooding in the area
• Accidents that frequently go unreported at Baston cross roads and other areas.
• Severe traffic congestion during morning and evening peak hours
• Ongoing difficulties exiting Maltby Drive safely
• Serious concerns for pedestrian safety, particularly children at the crossing

These concerns are not isolated incidents but part of a wider picture of a village infrastructure already under significant strain. The A15, in particular, is struggling to cope with current traffic volumes, yet there appears to be a misconception within the council that it can accommodate further development.

It is vital that planning officers — many of whom may not be familiar with the area — fully understand the lived experience of residents and the practical impact these proposals would have on our daily lives.

Object

Representation ID: 3699

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Adam Green

I strongly oppose the proposed housing development in Baston. It threatens the village’s rural character, overwhelms already stretched schools, GP surgeries and dentists, and exacerbates safety concerns on the dangerous A15. The council claims the plan supports growth, but it fails to provide the necessary infrastructure to make it sustainable. Additional houses will only increase traffic, reduce quality of education, and worsen healthcare access. Baston lacks the capacity to absorb such expansion without severe impacts on community life and safety. This development is unsustainable, contrary to national planning policy, and should not go ahead.

Object

Representation ID: 3721

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mrs Stephanie Barrett

I object to the proposed housing development behind my property on Whattoff Way due to serious infrastructure concerns. The A15 is already congested and unsafe. In 2019, my husband was seriously injured in a crash at the nearby crossroads, and my children have had near misses while crossing for school. Adding up to 283 households will increase traffic and risk further accidents. The road network and local services cannot safely support this scale of development.

Object

Representation ID: 3741

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Nick Rickett

I believe the proposed development is beyond the village's current infrastructure capacity & would exacerbate the road safety accessing the A15. Current assumptions are on false statements - stop lying about traffic flow on the A15 (make extended assessments at peak weekday times on a school day/commute) & schools' capacity (the village CofE primary is over-subscribed, the other school, Kirkstone House, is private/fee paying). The crossing is already dangerous with drivers often getting out & activating the traffic light crossing to enable access. Any development should be for starter homes/affordable housing only - that is what this village needs.

Object

Representation ID: 3746

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Mark Pullen

I object. The A15 cannot currently cope with the volume of traffic travelling between Bourne and Peterborough, so additional housing will not help the situation. We leave for Peterborough at 7:30am and the traffic is already solid and sometimes very difficult to get on to the A15 from Baston. The local infrastructure cannot support the increase.

Object

Representation ID: 3749

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Miss Emma Parkins

I object. The A15 cannot currently cope with the volume of traffic travelling between Bourne and Peterborough, so additional housing will not help the situation. We leave for Peterborough at 7:30am and the traffic is already solid and sometimes very difficult to get on to the A15 from Baston. The local infrastructure cannot support the increase.

Object

Representation ID: 3761

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Richard Barrett

I object to the proposed housing development in baston due to serious infrastructure concerns. The A15 is already hugely congested and unsafe. In 2019, I was seriously injured in a crash at the nearby crossroads, and my children have had near misses while crossing for school. Adding up to 283 households this is ontop of other developments which are being discussed along the a15 in neighbouring villages increases traffic and risks further accidents. The road network and local services cannot safely support the scale of development.

Object

Representation ID: 3775

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Colin Smith

I am writing to object to the above planning permission application as the building of 283 new homes on prime agricultural land around Baston will increase the size of the village by a third, which is unreasonable and unsustainable

There is no provision for extra schools, doctors surgeries or dental practice places. The current local infrastructure is already under severe pressure and the extra housing will only worsen the position.

The proposed development would also increase the amount of traffic trying to access the already very busy A15, the majority of which has been caused by the developments in Bourne.

It will also harm the rural character of the village and impact on the local wildlife.

For these reasons I strongly object to planning permission being granted.

Object

Representation ID: 3776

Received: 27/08/2025

Respondent: Emma Glanville

1. Traffic and Car Ownership Underestimated Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

In practice, the majority of Baston households own 2 or more vehicles, due to poor public transport and the needs of commuting families.

2. Misleading Use of Kirkstone House School Wates’ - Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and not available to the general population. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. Strain on Infrastructure
Healthcare provision
State-funded primary or secondary school capacity Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. Excessive Scale and Impact on Village Character

5. Drainage and Flood Risk Ambiguities

While I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity. I urge the Council to:
Retain the existing 86-home allocation
Reject the additional 164 dwellings as proposed Require more accurate and transparent assessments in future planning submissions

Object

Representation ID: 3778

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Manuela Whittaker

1. Traffic and Car Ownership Underestimated
Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

In practice, the majority of Baston households own 2 or more vehicles, due to poor public transport and the needs of commuting families.

2. Misleading Use of Kirkstone House School Wates’ - Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and not available to the general population. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. 🛠️ Strain on Infrastructure
- Healthcare provision
- State-funded primary or secondary school capacity
- Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. Excessive Scale and Impact on Village Character

5. Drainage and Flood Risk Ambiguities

Conclusion
While I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity.

I urge the Council to:
- Retain the existing 86-home allocation
- Reject the additional 164 dwellings as proposed
- Require more accurate and transparent assessments in future planning submissions

Object

Representation ID: 3779

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mrs Susan Smith

I am writing to object to the building of 250 houses in Baston for the following reasons:-

● It will mean that more traffic will add to the already difficult access to the A15 caused by the development of Bourne.
● It will place more strain on the infrastructure and services which are already over subscribed.
● It will alter the character of our picturesque village massively and is just not sustainable.
● The proposal refers to two schools in the village, however one of these, Kirkston House, is a private school, which already contributes to the volume of traffic to and from the A15 at peak times.

Please take these objections into account when determining the planning application.

Object

Representation ID: 3780

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Matthew Casbon

1. Traffic and Car Ownership Underestimated Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

In practice, the majority of Baston households own 2 or more vehicles, due to poor public transport and the needs of commuting families.

2. Misleading Use of Kirkstone House School Wates’ - Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and not available to the general population. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. Strain on Infrastructure
Healthcare provision
State-funded primary or secondary school capacity Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. Excessive Scale and Impact on Village Character

5. Drainage and Flood Risk Ambiguities

While I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity. I urge the Council to:
Retain the existing 86-home allocation
Reject the additional 164 dwellings as proposed Require more accurate and transparent assessments in future planning submissions

Object

Representation ID: 3781

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Amanda Sanderson

1. Traffic and Car Ownership Underestimated Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

In practice, the majority of Baston households own 2 or more vehicles, due to poor public transport and the needs of commuting families.

2. Misleading Use of Kirkstone House School Wates’ - Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and not available to the general population. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. Strain on Infrastructure
Healthcare provision
State-funded primary or secondary school capacity Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. Excessive Scale and Impact on Village Character

5. Drainage and Flood Risk Ambiguities

While I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity. I urge the Council to:
Retain the existing 86-home allocation
Reject the additional 164 dwellings as proposed Require more accurate and transparent assessments in future planning submissions

Object

Representation ID: 3782

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Amy Roullier

1. Traffic and Car Ownership Underestimated Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

In practice, the majority of Baston households own 2 or more vehicles, due to poor public transport and the needs of commuting families.

2. Misleading Use of Kirkstone House School Wates’ - Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and not available to the general population. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. Strain on Infrastructure
Healthcare provision
State-funded primary or secondary school capacity Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. Excessive Scale and Impact on Village Character

5. Drainage and Flood Risk Ambiguities

While I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity. I urge the Council to:
Retain the existing 86-home allocation
Reject the additional 164 dwellings as proposed Require more accurate and transparent assessments in future planning submissions

Object

Representation ID: 3783

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: Mr Robert Tyler

Reasons for objecting:
1. Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

2. Wates’ representation to the council falsely includes Kirkstone House School- Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and is not available to the general public. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. No detailed or binding commitments have been made to expand:
Healthcare provision
State-funded primary or secondary school capacity -
Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. This proposal would increase Baston's housing stock by almost 39%

5. The proposal highlights the need for a pumping station and new attenuation basins,

Whilst I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity.

Also do not understand why there is such a high number of developments planned along the A15.

Strongly urge the Council to reject the proposals for Baston (SKPR 319, 109 & 110).

Object

Representation ID: 3784

Received: 28/08/2025

Respondent: David Morgan

. Traffic and Car Ownership Underestimated Wates appear to base their transport assessment on Lincolnshire’s county-wide average car ownership (1.33 vehicles per household), which is unrealistic for rural villages like Baston.

In practice, the majority of Baston households own 2 or more vehicles, due to poor public transport and the needs of commuting families.

2. Misleading Use of Kirkstone House School Wates’ - Kirkstone is a fee-paying, specialist independent school and not available to the general population. This misrepresents Baston’s actual infrastructure capacity and inflates the village’s sustainability score in the Settlement Hierarchy.

3. Strain on Infrastructure
Healthcare provision
State-funded primary or secondary school capacity Drainage and utility systems, especially in light of the proposed pumped drainage strategy

4. Excessive Scale and Impact on Village Character

5. Drainage and Flood Risk Ambiguities

While I understand the need to meet housing targets in the district, this proposal is inappropriately scaled, poorly evidenced, and risks significant harm to Baston’s infrastructure, safety, and identity. I urge the Council to:
Retain the existing 86-home allocation
Reject the additional 164 dwellings as proposed Require more accurate and transparent assessments in future planning submissions