Other residents have also voiced concerns including Jeremy Dodd, who feared potential disruption and health risks.
“We cannot predict just how bad the noise, traffic and smell would be,” he said.
“My most serious concern, however, is the possible effects on health from the pollutants from such a development.”
Alison Moore, from East Barkwith, said people living in the rural area “expect clean air, peace and enjoyment of their homes and gardens”.
Campaign group Communities Against Factory Farming said the proposals were “cruel” to the animals and vowed to work with residents to fight the plan.
A spokesperson for the council said it could not comment on the details of a live application.
“All applications received are determined in strict accordance with the local and national planning policies every local planning authority must adhere to.
“All developments, including matters of environmental impact, are fully assessed against these policies before a decision is reached.”
