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)Reasons For Granting,
The property is a detached dwelling located on Bluebell Close in Biggleswade. The proposal consists of a single storey rear extension to the main dwellinghouse, measuring 8.4m in width 2.9m in depth, and a pitched roof with an eaves height of 2.45m, and a highest point of 3.5m. Furthermore, another rear extension is proposed to the rear of an existing side garage, measuring 2.6m in width, 3.7m in depth and a pitched roof to match the rear extension to the main dwellinghouse. Additionally, the double side garage would be partially converted, however one of the spaces would not be impacted and would still act as a parking space.
The proposed rear extensions would not be visible to the streetscene of Bluebell Close, however due to the nature of the property as an end plot, the extensions would be partially visible from the streetscene of Foxglove Drive. However, both Bluebell Close and Foxglove Drive are characterised by a mixed pattern of development, and it is not considered that the proposals would be at odds with the existing grain and pattern of development within the vicinity of the application site.
Overall, the proposals would not cause detrimental harm to the character and appearance of the surrounding area.
Although the property is detached dwelling, the proposal has still been assessed in terms of the relationships to adjacent neighbouring properties.
3 Bluebell Close
This neighbour is located to the side of the application site, and it is noted that the proposed rear extension to the garage would be visible from this property. However, a separation distance of some 5m approx. is noted, and alongside built form on this adjacent neighbours plot, it is not considered that the introduction of this proposal would lead to any loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impact on this neighbour.
2 Foxglove Drive
This adjacent neighbour is located to the rear of the application site, and would be in view of both proposed rear extensions. However built form of the two adjacent properties is significantly separated (18.8m approx.) and would not lead to any detrimental negative impacts on the residential amenities of this neighbour.
All other properties are considered sufficiently separated for there to be any material impact.
Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection. Additionally, a Ward Councillor was also consulted and similarly raised no objection.
This application was also subject to a public and neighbour consultation, and no representation 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 have any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the surrounding streetscene. The proposal is therefore in accordance 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 detached dwelling located on Bluebell Close in Biggleswade. The proposal consists of a single storey rear extension to the main dwellinghouse, measuring 8.4m in width 2.9m in depth, and a pitched roof with an eaves height of 2.45m, and a highest point of 3.5m. Furthermore, another rear extension is proposed to the rear of an existing side garage, measuring 2.6m in width, 3.7m in depth and a pitched roof to match the rear extension to the main dwellinghouse. Additionally, the double side garage would be partially converted, however one of the spaces would not be impacted and would still act as a parking space.
The proposed rear extensions would not be visible to the streetscene of Bluebell Close, however due to the nature of the property as an end plot, the extensions would be partially visible from the streetscene of Foxglove Drive. However, both Bluebell Close and Foxglove Drive are characterised by a mixed pattern of development, and it is not considered that the proposals would be at odds with the existing grain and pattern of development within the vicinity of the application site.
Overall, the proposals would not cause detrimental harm to the character and appearance of the surrounding area.
Although the property is detached dwelling, the proposal has still been assessed in terms of the relationships to adjacent neighbouring properties.
3 Bluebell Close
This neighbour is located to the side of the application site, and it is noted that the proposed rear extension to the garage would be visible from this property. However, a separation distance of some 5m approx. is noted, and alongside built form on this adjacent neighbours plot, it is not considered that the introduction of this proposal would lead to any loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impact on this neighbour.
2 Foxglove Drive
This adjacent neighbour is located to the rear of the application site, and would be in view of both proposed rear extensions. However built form of the two adjacent properties is significantly separated (18.8m approx.) and would not lead to any detrimental negative impacts on the residential amenities of this neighbour.
All other properties are considered sufficiently separated for there to be any material impact.
Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection. Additionally, a Ward Councillor was also consulted and similarly raised no objection.
This application was also subject to a public and neighbour consultation, and no representation 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 have any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the surrounding streetscene. The proposal is therefore in accordance 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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