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)Reasons For Granting
The property is a semi-detached dwelling located on Auckland Road in Biggleswade. The proposal consists of a wrap around extension across the front and side of the existing dwellinghouse, which would extend 1.2m from the principal elevation and 1.35m from the side elevation. The proposal would span the existing width of the front elevation (6.3m), and the existing width of the side elevation (8.6m).
Additionally, the proposal would have a pitched roof with an eaves height of 2.6m, and a highest point of 3.47m, as well as a door and window located on the front elevation.
The proposal would be visible from the streetscene of Auckland Road, and would extend beyond the principal elevation of the main dwellinghouse. However, the proposal would remain set back from the public highway, and would be modest in size and scale.
It is noted that the semi detached properties made up of two connected 'L-shaped' houses is a feature across Auckland Road. The proposal would change the size of the 'L-shape' in comparison to the neighbouring property, but would maintain the character of the streetscene.
Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would not cause any detrimental impacts to the character and appearance of the surrounding area.
The proposal would be built to the boundary with the adjacent neighbour (8 Auckland Road), however no windows are proposed along this side elevation, and a small separation distance is noted between the two properties. Consequently, it is considered that the proposal would not have any material impacts on this adjacent neighbouring property.
The proposed side extension would be obscured from the other adjacent neighbour (12 Auckland Road) by the bulk of the main dwellinghouse, and the front extension element would be separated form the boundary with this neighbour. Therefore, the proposal would not lead to and loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impacts on this adjacent neighbour.
All other properties are considered sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impact.
A Highways Officer was consulted on this application, and although no objection to the proposal was raised, it was noted that an additional bedroom was proposed. The applicant has confirmed two on-site parking spaces to the front of the application site, which would not be impacted by the introduction of this proposal. Considering the above, it is not considered that the proposal would lead to any detrimental impacts to parking or highway safety across Auckland Road.
Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection to the proposal.
This proposal was also subject to a public and neighbour consultation and no representations were received.
Given the siting, design and scale of the proposal it is considered that the proposal would not have any material impacts on the residential amenities of neighbouring properties, and would not lead to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the surrounding streetscene. The proposal is therefore in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan.Reasons For Granting
The property is a semi-detached dwelling located on Auckland Road in Biggleswade. The proposal consists of a wrap around extension across the front and side of the existing dwellinghouse, which would extend 1.2m from the principal elevation and 1.35m from the side elevation. The proposal would span the existing width of the front elevation (6.3m), and the existing width of the side elevation (8.6m).
Additionally, the proposal would have a pitched roof with an eaves height of 2.6m, and a highest point of 3.47m, as well as a door and window located on the front elevation.
The proposal would be visible from the streetscene of Auckland Road, and would extend beyond the principal elevation of the main dwellinghouse. However, the proposal would remain set back from the public highway, and would be modest in size and scale.
It is noted that the semi detached properties made up of two connected 'L-shaped' houses is a feature across Auckland Road. The proposal would change the size of the 'L-shape' in comparison to the neighbouring property, but would maintain the character of the streetscene.
Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would not cause any detrimental impacts to the character and appearance of the surrounding area.
The proposal would be built to the boundary with the adjacent neighbour (8 Auckland Road), however no windows are proposed along this side elevation, and a small separation distance is noted between the two properties. Consequently, it is considered that the proposal would not have any material impacts on this adjacent neighbouring property.
The proposed side extension would be obscured from the other adjacent neighbour (12 Auckland Road) by the bulk of the main dwellinghouse, and the front extension element would be separated form the boundary with this neighbour. Therefore, the proposal would not lead to and loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impacts on this adjacent neighbour.
All other properties are considered sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impact.
A Highways Officer was consulted on this application, and although no objection to the proposal was raised, it was noted that an additional bedroom was proposed. The applicant has confirmed two on-site parking spaces to the front of the application site, which would not be impacted by the introduction of this proposal. Considering the above, it is not considered that the proposal would lead to any detrimental impacts to parking or highway safety across Auckland Road.
Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection to the proposal.
This proposal was also subject to a public and neighbour consultation and no representations were received.
Given the siting, design and scale of the proposal it is considered that the proposal would not have any material impacts on the residential amenities of neighbouring properties, and would not lead to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the surrounding streetscene. The proposal is therefore in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan. |
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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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)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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