The Planning and Regulation Committee is scheduled to convene on Monday, 15 June 2026, to discuss a range of planning applications and traffic management proposals. Key items on the agenda include a county matter application concerning proposed changes to the hours of operation at Skillington Quarry and several traffic-related items across various locations in Lincolnshire.

Skillington Quarry Hours of Operation

A significant item for discussion is a county matter application concerning Skillington Quarry¹. Heritage Quarry Group (North) Limited is seeking to vary an existing planning permission (S18/2237) to amend Condition 9, which relates to the hours of operation. The proposal is to extend the working hours to start an hour earlier each day, from 7:00 am instead of 8:00 am, and to add an additional five hours on a Friday afternoon, extending to 6:00 pm. The applicant states this change is to regularise working hours in line with competitors and meet market demand, particularly to supply raw materials at the start of the working day.

The report pack indicates that the current permitted hours are 08:00 – 18:00 Monday to Thursday and 08:00 – 13:00 Friday and Saturday, with no activities permitted on Sundays, Public Holidays, or Bank Holidays. The proposed variation would change these to 07:00 – 18:00 Monday to Friday and 07:00 – 13:00 Saturday. A supplementary Environmental Statement has been submitted to assess the impact of these extended hours, concluding that there are no materially different or additional significant environmental effects compared to previous assessments. However, Colsterworth and District Parish Council has raised objections, citing concerns about increased operational time, potential disturbance during sensitive early morning hours, erosion of rural character, noise impacts, and traffic and highway impacts, particularly on the B676. They also question the justification for the variation, stating it is primarily commercial.

Traffic Regulation Orders and Speed Limits

The committee will also consider several traffic-related items, each involving proposed changes to waiting restrictions or speed limits in various locations:

• Boston, Cherry Walk – Proposed Revocation of Waiting Restrictions: This item concerns a proposal to revoke existing No Waiting at Any Time restrictions. A local resident had raised concerns that the extent of the current restrictions was excessive and no longer necessary, leading to investigations that suggested the restrictions could be reduced to allow for more parking. One objection has been received from a local resident concerned about the road's narrowness and potential difficulties in manoeuvring if restrictions are removed.

• Coningsby, School Lane – Proposed Waiting Restrictions: Proposals are being considered to introduce a mandatory School Keep Clear restriction from Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 9:30 am and 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm, and No Waiting at Any Time fronting a lay-by. These measures are intended to address safety concerns arising from vehicles parking in a gap between existing restrictions and within a lay-by, which impacts pedestrian safety and emergency service access. Two objections have been received, primarily concerning the limited availability of on-street parking for residents and visitors, and suggesting alternative solutions like resident permit schemes.

• Heckington, Church Street & St Andrews Street – Proposed Waiting Restrictions: This report outlines proposals to change a part-time restriction on Church Street to No Waiting at Any Time, extend No Waiting at Any Time on St Andrews Street, and introduce No Waiting at Any Time at the junction of Cameron Street. These changes aim to manage on-street parking and improve visibility and safety for road users, addressing issues such as double parking and dangerous parking at narrow points. Four objections have been received, with objectors believing current parking does not cause issues and that the proposals will lead to displacement and access problems for their properties.

• Lincoln, Yarborough – Proposed Bus Stop Clearways: The committee will consider proposals for bus stop clearways on Yarborough Road. The current no waiting at any time restrictions are difficult to enforce within the lay-bys, leading to vehicles obstructing bus stops and causing safety issues for school children boarding and alighting. The proposal aims to protect access to the kerb at bus stops, particularly during busy periods. One objection has been received, citing concerns about the loss of parking for residents in an area with many Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and limited parking availability.

• Long Bennington, Various Roads – Proposed Waiting Restrictions: This item addresses proposals to implement no waiting at any time restrictions in various locations, including near Main Road, Valley Lane, and Costa Road, and near Long Bennington Church of England Primary School. The aim is to improve turning for large vehicles and enhance visibility at a pedestrian crossing and associated junctions. Nine objections have been received, primarily concerning the loss of parking, potential displacement to surrounding streets, impact on local businesses, and the need for short-term parking for school pick-up and drop-off.

• Lutton, Marriots Gate – Proposed Waiting Restrictions: Proposals are being considered to manage on-street parking associated with Lutton St Nicholas Primary School. Observations have indicated that parking on both sides of Marriots Gate and in the junction of Puddingpoke Lane causes obstruction and restricts visibility. The proposals include mandatory school keep clears and No Waiting at Any Time restrictions at junctions. One objection has been received, expressing concerns about vehicle displacement, suggesting the school should address parking issues, and proposing alternative solutions like using part of the school field for a drop-off area.

• West Willoughby A153 – Proposed 40mph Speed Limit: The committee will review proposals to introduce a 40mph speed limit along a section of the A153 through West Willoughby. This follows a review of the existing 50mph limit, where mean traffic speeds were found to be borderline for a lower limit. The proposal aims to encourage a consistent reduction in vehicle speed. One objection has been received, arguing that the reduction is unnecessary, may encourage non-compliance, and is not based on evidence-based safety data, noting the road is well-maintained and has had no reported accidents in the past five years.