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Cabinet - Tuesday, 11th June, 2024 2.00 pm

June 11, 2024 View on council website Watch video of meeting
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Summary

The South Kesteven Council Cabinet meeting on 11 June 2024 covered several key topics, including the deferral of a new housing scheme, the endorsement of a revised local development scheme, and updates on various council initiatives.

Local Development Scheme 2024-2027

The Cabinet endorsed the revised Local Development Scheme 2024-2027. Councillor Phil Dilks, the Cabinet Member for Planning, introduced the item, explaining that the scheme's timetable had been revised to allow for the careful consideration of over 1,500 responses received during the consultation period. The revised scheme aims to ensure that the new local plan is both realistic and achievable, with the next public consultation stage scheduled for winter 2024/25 and submission to the Secretary of State by 30 June 2025. Councillor Dilks emphasised the importance of aligning neighbourhood plans with the revisions to the local plan.

New Build Housing Scheme at Larch Close

The discussion on the new build housing scheme for 21 units at Larch Close was deferred to a future meeting. The deferral was to allow officers to review the value for money assessment and ensure the proposed development meets the latest social housing needs. Councillor Virginia Moran was noted to have wanted to comment but ultimately did not.

Grantham is Open for Business Video

The Council announced the release of a promotional video titled Grantham is Open for Business to coincide with the ongoing refurbishment of the marketplace. The video aims to encourage people to visit and support local businesses in Grantham Town Centre.

Mallard Pass Solar Farm

An update was provided on the Mallard Pass Solar Farm, noting that the decision, originally expected in mid-June, has been deferred to after 4 July due to the upcoming general election and the need to appoint a new Secretary of State.

Cabinet Forward Plan

The Cabinet reviewed the Forward Plan, noting that it is a live document subject to change. The deferral of the Larch Close housing scheme will be included in the next meeting scheduled for 9 July 2024.

Members Open Questions

No questions were raised by non-cabinet members present at the meeting. The Leader reiterated that questions are welcome at any time and in various formats to ensure transparency and engagement.

The meeting concluded earlier than usual, with the next meeting scheduled for 9 July 2024.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor Ashley Baxter
Councillor Ashley Baxter  Leader of the Council •  Independent •  Market & West Deeping
Profile image for Councillor Paul Stokes
Councillor Paul Stokes  Deputy Leader of the Council •  Grantham Independent •  Grantham Arnoldfield
Profile image for Councillor Rhys Baker
Councillor Rhys Baker  Cabinet Member for Environment and Waste •  Independent (unaligned and not a political group on the Council) •  Bourne Austerby
Profile image for Councillor Richard Cleaver
Councillor Richard Cleaver  Cabinet Member for Property and Public Engagement •  Democratic Independent Group •  Stamford St Johns
Profile image for Councillor Phil Dilks
Councillor Phil Dilks  Cabinet Member for Planning •  Independent •  Deeping St James
Karen Bradford
Richard Wyles
Alison Hall-Wright
Graham Watts
Emma Whittaker
Chris Prime
Debbie Roberts
James Welbourn
Patrick Astill
Profile image for Councillor Tim Harrison
Councillor Tim Harrison  Grantham Independent •  Grantham St Wulframs
Profile image for Councillor Philip Knowles
Councillor Philip Knowles  Cabinet Member for Corporate Governance and Licensing •  Democratic Independent Group •  Bourne East
Profile image for Councillor Virginia Moran
Councillor Virginia Moran  Cabinet Member for Housing •  Independent •  Market & West Deeping
Profile image for Councillor Rhea Rayside
Councillor Rhea Rayside  Democratic Independent Group •  Stamford St Georges
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