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)Reasons For Granting,
The property is a semi-detached bungalow located on Willow Way in Flitwick. The proposal consists of a loft conversion with front and rear dormers, and a single storey rear extension. The proposed front and rear dormers would extend 3.2m and 3.6m respectively from the original roofslope, and a width measuring 6.55m and 6.6m respectively.
Furthermore, the proposed rear extension would measure a width of 7.25m, a depth of 3.5m and would have a flat roof measuring 2.8m. A roof lantern is also proposed, and would increase the highest point of the proposal to 3.4m. A raised patio is also proposed to the rear of the property, with steps down to the garden.
Additionally, the dormers and existing white boarding and render on the principal elevation would be finished with cladding of a golden teak colour. These materials have been altered from the dark render proposed within the original application. Although the proposed golden teak cladding does not directly match the main dwellinghouse, it would be of a similar material to dormers located on the adjacent neighbouring property (19 Willow Way).
The proposed rear dormer and extension would not be visible to the streetscene of Willow Way, and therefore would not be notable additions to the streetscene. However, the proposed front dormer would be visible within the streetscene. The front dormer is noted to be of a substantial size in relation to other front dormers within the vicinity of the streetscene. However, an existing dormer on the adjacent neighbouring property (19 Willow Way) of a similar size to the proposal would result in the proposal not appearing at odds within the existing grain of development.
Similarly, other surrounding properties benefit from cladding and render in a variety of colours and shades, so therefore this proposal would not be out of character in relation to the properties within the streetscene.
The proposed extension would be located to the boundary with the attached adjacent neighbour (15 Willow Way), however it is noted than an existing rear extension is currently built to the boundary. This neighbouring property has also benefited from a rear protrusion that matches the existing on the host dwelling, and therefore any neighbouring impacts would be negated by built form on the neighbouring property.
Furthermore, the proposal would remain separated from the detached neighbour (19 Willow Way), and therefore no loss of privacy or overbearing impact would be created from the introduction of this proposal.
All other properties would remain sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impact.
A further bedroom is proposed on the application site, bringing the number of bedrooms to three. Under the Parking Standards for New Developments SPD (2023) two parking spaces would need to be provided on site. This remains the same as a two bedroomed property, and therefore adequate parking provision has been retained on site. Therefore, the proposal remains in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
Flitwick Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection. 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 it would not lead to any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, and would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of neighbouring properties. Therefore, the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide.Reasons For Granting,
The property is a semi-detached bungalow located on Willow Way in Flitwick. The proposal consists of a loft conversion with front and rear dormers, and a single storey rear extension. The proposed front and rear dormers would extend 3.2m and 3.6m respectively from the original roofslope, and a width measuring 6.55m and 6.6m respectively.
Furthermore, the proposed rear extension would measure a width of 7.25m, a depth of 3.5m and would have a flat roof measuring 2.8m. A roof lantern is also proposed, and would increase the highest point of the proposal to 3.4m. A raised patio is also proposed to the rear of the property, with steps down to the garden.
Additionally, the dormers and existing white boarding and render on the principal elevation would be finished with cladding of a golden teak colour. These materials have been altered from the dark render proposed within the original application. Although the proposed golden teak cladding does not directly match the main dwellinghouse, it would be of a similar material to dormers located on the adjacent neighbouring property (19 Willow Way).
The proposed rear dormer and extension would not be visible to the streetscene of Willow Way, and therefore would not be notable additions to the streetscene. However, the proposed front dormer would be visible within the streetscene. The front dormer is noted to be of a substantial size in relation to other front dormers within the vicinity of the streetscene. However, an existing dormer on the adjacent neighbouring property (19 Willow Way) of a similar size to the proposal would result in the proposal not appearing at odds within the existing grain of development.
Similarly, other surrounding properties benefit from cladding and render in a variety of colours and shades, so therefore this proposal would not be out of character in relation to the properties within the streetscene.
The proposed extension would be located to the boundary with the attached adjacent neighbour (15 Willow Way), however it is noted than an existing rear extension is currently built to the boundary. This neighbouring property has also benefited from a rear protrusion that matches the existing on the host dwelling, and therefore any neighbouring impacts would be negated by built form on the neighbouring property.
Furthermore, the proposal would remain separated from the detached neighbour (19 Willow Way), and therefore no loss of privacy or overbearing impact would be created from the introduction of this proposal.
All other properties would remain sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impact.
A further bedroom is proposed on the application site, bringing the number of bedrooms to three. Under the Parking Standards for New Developments SPD (2023) two parking spaces would need to be provided on site. This remains the same as a two bedroomed property, and therefore adequate parking provision has been retained on site. Therefore, the proposal remains in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
Flitwick Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection. 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 it would not lead to any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, and would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of neighbouring properties. Therefore, the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide. |
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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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