152047 - This is such a red herring. All of the scenarios you listed would require planning permission, I believe. Planning law exists (and came into being after the covenants we are talking about, essentially to make such covenants unneccessary) to ensure that neighbourhoods retain their character. I'm not sure how many of the hypotheticals (if any) would get planning permission.

But Piplings DOES have planning permission! All objections were taken into account, the planning department have made careful studies of the effect this nursery has on the area, and concludes that it is in no way detrimental to its surroundings.

I agree trial by blogger is redundant in this case. But I do feel that the nursery has so far been denied any right to reply (and has not been given a fair hearing by its residents association - as the owners are residents themselves). Friends of Piplings are seeking to redress the balance, and show the strength of support in the community for this fantastic nursery.