North Kesteven District Council Development Management Team

Executive summary from entrant:

The NKDC Development Management team drives sustainable growth and community wellbeing across North Kesteven. In 2024/25, they achieved a 97% planning approval rate - one of the highest nationally - through proactive engagement and timely decisions. Their innovative Solar Community Benefit Policy will secure funding for host communities, local skills and education, while heritage-led regeneration, including the Sleaford Shopfront Grant Scheme, strengthens pride of place. Delivering new sustainable communities supported by infrastructure exemplifies the team’s creativity, collaboration, and excellence. As NKDC transitions to a unitary authority, the team’s commitment to shaping better places and communities will remain the focus.