The Planning and Regulation Committee of Lincolnshire Council is scheduled to convene on Monday, 9 November 2026. The meeting's agenda includes a discussion on a proposed waste pyrolysis plant, alongside several proposed traffic regulation orders across various locations in Lincolnshire.

Proposed Waste Pyrolysis Plant at Sleaford Moor Enterprise Park

A key item for discussion is a planning application for a proposed waste pyrolysis plant building, designed to convert plastics into fuel, at Plot 2, Sleaford Moor Enterprise Park, Sleaford. The facility, proposed by Clean Planet Energy, would process up to 25,000 tonnes of previously non-recyclable plastic waste annually. The report pack details the technology involved, which breaks down plastic waste through pyrolysis to produce hydrocarbon oil, gas, and residue.

The application is supported by a suite of technical documents, including an Air Quality Impact Assessment, which concludes that the development will not have a significant impact on local air quality and that increases in prescribed pollutants are forecast to be negligible. A Noise Impact Assessment has also been undertaken, suggesting a low impact and an adverse impact at the nearest sensitive receptors during daytime and nighttime, with recommendations for acoustic enclosures and a noise management plan.

Ecological assessments have been conducted, noting a loss of habitat units post-development and outlining requirements for ecological enhancements to ensure legal compliance and no net loss to biodiversity. The Transport Assessment indicates that the site has excellent highway access and that the anticipated HGV movements are not expected to cause adverse highway capacity or road safety impacts. A Flood Risk Assessment and Drainage Strategy Report has also been prepared, concluding that the risk of flooding from various sources is low.

The report also includes a Life Cycle Greenhouse Gas Emissions assessment, which states that the production process yields a low-carbon intensity purified pyrolysis oil, with GHG values approximately 63% lower than the RED II fossil baseline.

Consultation responses have been received from Sleaford Town Council, raising objections regarding proximity to residential areas, air quality, traffic, and environmental protection. The Environment Agency has raised no objection, and North Kesteven District Council's Environmental Health Officer has recommended planning conditions to control noise and odour. Lincolnshire Police and Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue have no objections.

Proposed Waiting Restrictions and Traffic Regulation Orders

The committee is also scheduled to consider several proposed traffic regulation orders across the county:

• Bourne, South Road: Proposals for part-time waiting restrictions between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday, on both sides of the road near Bourne Grammar School are to be discussed. These are intended to mitigate disruption caused by buses and improve traffic flow. One objection has been received, suggesting relocation of a bus stop.
• Lincoln, West End: Amendments to parking provision and waiting restrictions are on the agenda. The proposals aim to allow most existing two-hour limited waiting bays to be used by permit holders for an unrestricted period, with some limited waiting provision retained. Objections have been raised regarding the impact on visitors and contractors, and specific modifications are proposed for areas including West Parade, May Crescent, Alexandra Terrace, and Moor Street.
• Navenby, Winton Road: Proposed 24-hour waiting restrictions at the junction of Winton Road with Grantham Road and Winton Gardens are to be considered. These are intended to improve visibility for drivers exiting onto Grantham Road and for pedestrians crossing. Two objections have been received, one suggesting the proposals are insufficient and another questioning the extent of the restrictions.
• Skegness, North Parade & Grand Parade: Proposed changes to parking restrictions are to be discussed, including the removal of seasonal restrictions, the introduction of loading restrictions, extended disabled bay operation, and the removal of coach parking facilities. Objections have been received from coach operators and accommodation providers concerned about the impact on coach tourism.
• Stamford, Red Lion Square and St Paul's Street: Proposals to amend existing loading bays to Goods Vehicle loading only bays are scheduled for discussion. Objections have been raised by residents concerned about noise from large vehicles and by businesses concerned about the availability of parking for non-goods vehicles.
• Woodhall Spa, B1191 The Broadway and Horncastle Rd: A proposal to reduce the speed limit from 40mph to 30mph on a section of road is to be considered. This is identified as a borderline case according to the Council's Speed Limit Policy criteria.

Planning Gateway Application Outcome

Finally, the committee will receive a report summarising the outcomes of applications considered through the planning gateway process during October 2026. This report is for information only and provides a record of applications that met the gateway test and were referred to the committee for determination.