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Application Type:Full Application
Date Received:05 / 02 / 2024
Registration (Validation) Date:08 / 02 / 2024
Consultation Start Date:08 / 02 / 2024
Earliest Decision Date (Consultation Period Expires):18 / 03 / 2024
Target Date for Decision:04 / 04 / 2024
Location:Gladley House, Rushmere, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 0DZ
Parish Name:Heath & Reach
Conservation Area:Not available
Listed Building Grade:Not available
Environmental Assessment:Not available
Expected Decision Level:Not available
Description:Single storey rear extension
Case Officer:Carrie-Anne Harris
Case Officer Tel:0300 300 6686
Case Officer Email:carrie-anne.harris@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Status:Decided
Agent:Mr P Farmer
32 Church Street
Shillington
Hitchin
SG5 3LJ
Press Date:No date
Site Notice Date:26 / 02 / 2024
NeighboursResponses Received: 0
and Representatives:In Favour: 0
Representation DetailsAgainst: 0
Comments: 0
Petitions Against: 0
Petitions For: 0
Officer Site Visit Date:26/02/2024
Committee Site Visit Date:No date
Committee Meeting Date:No date
Decision Level:Officer Delegated
Date Decision Made:02 / 04 / 2024
Date Decision Despatched:02 / 04 / 2024
Decision:Full Application - Granted
Conditions or Reasons:View Conditions or Reasons
Informative Notes:
1 )Reasons for granting The proposal seeks consent for a single storey rear extension. The application site is within the South Bedfordshire Green Belt, where more restrictive policies apply. The planning history of the site suggests that the dwelling has previously benefitted from a pitched roof over the existing bungalow. The proposed extension would be proportionate and subservient to the main dwelling. In accordance with the design guide, it would not result in an additional footprint/ floorspace above 60% and therefore would not be considered inappropriate development. Due to the siting and design of the proposal it would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area, nor the host dwelling. Given the separation distance between neighbouring properties, it is not considered that it would have a material impact on residential amenities of neighbouring properties. The application has been subject to public consultation and no representations have been received. Heath and Reach Parish Council were consulted and have no comment to make. In light of the above, as a whole the proposal is considered to be in conformity with the Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and the NPPF.Reasons for granting The proposal seeks consent for a single storey rear extension. The application site is within the South Bedfordshire Green Belt, where more restrictive policies apply. The planning history of the site suggests that the dwelling has previously benefitted from a pitched roof over the existing bungalow. The proposed extension would be proportionate and subservient to the main dwelling. In accordance with the design guide, it would not result in an additional footprint/ floorspace above 60% and therefore would not be considered inappropriate development. Due to the siting and design of the proposal it would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area, nor the host dwelling. Given the separation distance between neighbouring properties, it is not considered that it would have a material impact on residential amenities of neighbouring properties. The application has been subject to public consultation and no representations have been received. Heath and Reach Parish Council were consulted and have no comment to make. In light of the above, as a whole the proposal is considered to be in conformity with the Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and the NPPF.
2 )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.
3 )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).
4 )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.
6 )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
Appeal Received Date:This case has no appeals against it
Planning Obligation Status:Not available

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