Plan for children's care home in quiet Waltham-area village sparks objections from near neighbours

                                                      

The five-bedroomed house at centre of controversy

A PLAN for a two- storey semi-detached house  to be converted to a children's care home have set red lights flashing in  Barnoldby-le-Beck.

Other householders in Beck Farm Mews have objected on the grounds firstly of loss of parking and secondly that the property has only a small back garden with no children's recreational facilities in the the village.

The change-of-use application has been submitted by the firm, Gravity Red Inspires, which describes itself as a "residential children's home and adult supported living provider".

"We are dedicated to providing a nurturing and safe environment  where individuals can grow and thrive," they say.

"Our staff are passionate about supporting all individuals and providing them with respect, and love. 

"They strive to make a positive difference in the lives of the people they serve."

Their Barnoldby-le-Beck project would accommodate three resident children, aged 10 to 17, with two non-resident care staff working on a duty rota of 8am to 10.30pm.

Last month, North East Lincolnshire Council turned down an application by Gravity Red Inspires for a Certificate of Lawfulness at the same property which, if approved, would have proved less cumbersome and expensive than a planning application.

However, the refusal has forced it to take the alternative planning application route, with a decision  from planners expected this summer.