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)Reasons for Granting
10 Helena Crescent, Fairfield, is a detached property with a double garage and 4 off-road parking spaces. The surrounding area is characterised by detached and semi-detached dwellings of a similar design to the application site, most of which benefit from a subservient single or double garage.
The proposal consists of the conversion of a single garage into a utility room and playroom. The proposed garage conversion is limited to internal modifications and changes to the fenestration, including white uPVC windows on the front elevation and French doors to the rear of the garage. Additionally, the proposal seeks to install bi-fold doors on the rear elevation of the dwellinghouse.
The changes to the front elevation of the garage would be visible from the street scene but is a subservient alteration which would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area and would be respectful of its original built form. All the materials used within the proposed development match that of the existing dwellinghouse.
The changes to the property are in keeping with the design of the local area and as such, would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the dwellinghouse within the street scene.
Neighbouring property, no.8 Helena Crescent, would be adequately screened from the development due to the siting of the double garage. Additionally, the fenestration changes to the front of the property are subservient. Therefore, the development would not result in a harmful loss of residential amenity, a material loss of light or be an overbearing impact to occupants of neighbouring dwellings. As such, the proposal, as a whole, is considered to be in accordance with policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Section 12 of the NPPF and the Fairfield Neighbourhood Plan 2016-2026.
Due to the 4 off-road parking spaces and the remaining garage the site is considered to provide appropriate levels of parking to accommodate the proposal and there is considered to be no conflict with policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and Section 12 of the NPPF.
The Parish Council were consulted on the application and have raised no objection. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received.Reasons for Granting
10 Helena Crescent, Fairfield, is a detached property with a double garage and 4 off-road parking spaces. The surrounding area is characterised by detached and semi-detached dwellings of a similar design to the application site, most of which benefit from a subservient single or double garage.
The proposal consists of the conversion of a single garage into a utility room and playroom. The proposed garage conversion is limited to internal modifications and changes to the fenestration, including white uPVC windows on the front elevation and French doors to the rear of the garage. Additionally, the proposal seeks to install bi-fold doors on the rear elevation of the dwellinghouse.
The changes to the front elevation of the garage would be visible from the street scene but is a subservient alteration which would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area and would be respectful of its original built form. All the materials used within the proposed development match that of the existing dwellinghouse.
The changes to the property are in keeping with the design of the local area and as such, would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the dwellinghouse within the street scene.
Neighbouring property, no.8 Helena Crescent, would be adequately screened from the development due to the siting of the double garage. Additionally, the fenestration changes to the front of the property are subservient. Therefore, the development would not result in a harmful loss of residential amenity, a material loss of light or be an overbearing impact to occupants of neighbouring dwellings. As such, the proposal, as a whole, is considered to be in accordance with policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Section 12 of the NPPF and the Fairfield Neighbourhood Plan 2016-2026.
Due to the 4 off-road parking spaces and the remaining garage the site is considered to provide appropriate levels of parking to accommodate the proposal and there is considered to be no conflict with policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and Section 12 of the NPPF.
The Parish Council were consulted on the application and have raised no objection. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. |
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)GDP Policy Informative Central Beds Local Plan
In accordance with Article 35 (1) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015, the reason for any condition above relates to the Policies as referred to in the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).GDP Policy Informative Central Beds Local Plan
In accordance with Article 35 (1) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015, the reason for any condition above relates to the Policies as referred to in the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). |
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)This permission relates only to that required under the Town & Country Planning Acts and does not include any consent or approval under any other enactment or under the Building Regulations. Any other consent or approval which is necessary must be obtained from the appropriate authority.This permission relates only to that required under the Town & Country Planning Acts and does not include any consent or approval under any other enactment or under the Building Regulations. Any other consent or approval which is necessary must be obtained from the appropriate authority. |
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)Will a new extension affect your Council Tax Charge?
The rate of Council Tax you pay depends on which valuation band your home is placed in. This is determined by the market value of your home as at 1 April 1991.
Your property's Council Tax band may change if the property is extended. The Council Tax band will only change when a relevant transaction takes place. For example, if you sell your property after extending it, the new owner may have to pay a higher band of Council Tax.
If however you add an annexe to your property, the Valuation Office Agency may decide that the annexe should be banded separately for Council Tax. If this happens, you will have to start paying Council Tax for the annexe as soon as it is completed. If the annexe is occupied by a relative of the residents of the main dwelling, it may qualify for a Council Tax discount or exemption. Contact the Council for advice on 0300 300 8306.
The website link is:
https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax-bandsWill a new extension affect your Council Tax Charge?
The rate of Council Tax you pay depends on which valuation band your home is placed in. This is determined by the market value of your home as at 1 April 1991.
Your property's Council Tax band may change if the property is extended. The Council Tax band will only change when a relevant transaction takes place. For example, if you sell your property after extending it, the new owner may have to pay a higher band of Council Tax.
If however you add an annexe to your property, the Valuation Office Agency may decide that the annexe should be banded separately for Council Tax. If this happens, you will have to start paying Council Tax for the annexe as soon as it is completed. If the annexe is occupied by a relative of the residents of the main dwelling, it may qualify for a Council Tax discount or exemption. Contact the Council for advice on 0300 300 8306.
The website link is:
https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax-bands |
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)Based on information submitted there are no known issues raised in the context of Human Rights / The Equalities Act 2010 and as such there would be no relevant implications.Based on information submitted there are no known issues raised in the context of Human Rights / The Equalities Act 2010 and as such there would be no relevant implications. |
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