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)Reasons for granting:
The application site is a detached dwelling within Lockhart Close in Dunstable. The proposal is for a single storey rear extension. The single storey rear extension would have a depth of 4m, width of 13.14m and an eaves height of 2.6m and a maximum height of 3.8m.
The single storey extension to the rear would not be readily visible within the street scene. While this is considered a larger extension it is still considered to be proportionate in scale to the dwelling due to the size of the curtilage, and it is not considered to have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area. Overall, the proposal is not considered to have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area and is therefore in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
In terms of impact on neighbouring amenity, the single storey rear extension would be set off the boundary of No.16 Lockhart Close and is partially screened by the hedge between these two properties. Whilst there would be an increase in built form on the application site, due to the separation distance with the neighbouring property it is not considered the proposal would result in any loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impact to this neighbour. All other properties are sufficiently separated from the proposed rear extension to ensure no material impact would occur. It is therefore considered that the proposal as a whole would not result in any material impact on the residential amenities of any neighbouring properties and would therefore be in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
The Parish Council were consulted on the application and have raised no objections. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received.
The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.Reasons for granting:
The application site is a detached dwelling within Lockhart Close in Dunstable. The proposal is for a single storey rear extension. The single storey rear extension would have a depth of 4m, width of 13.14m and an eaves height of 2.6m and a maximum height of 3.8m.
The single storey extension to the rear would not be readily visible within the street scene. While this is considered a larger extension it is still considered to be proportionate in scale to the dwelling due to the size of the curtilage, and it is not considered to have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area. Overall, the proposal is not considered to have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area and is therefore in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
In terms of impact on neighbouring amenity, the single storey rear extension would be set off the boundary of No.16 Lockhart Close and is partially screened by the hedge between these two properties. Whilst there would be an increase in built form on the application site, due to the separation distance with the neighbouring property it is not considered the proposal would result in any loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impact to this neighbour. All other properties are sufficiently separated from the proposed rear extension to ensure no material impact would occur. It is therefore considered that the proposal as a whole would not result in any material impact on the residential amenities of any neighbouring properties and would therefore be in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
The Parish Council were consulted on the application and have raised no objections. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received.
The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. |
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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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)The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC.The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC. |
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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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