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)Reasons for Granting:
The application site is a two-storey semi-detached dwelling located on Warren Close in Biggleswade. The proposal consists of a garage conversion with roof alterations, and a single storey extension to the side of the dwelling. The extension would project 6.3 metres from the front of the existing garage and have a width of 2.7 metres, and an eaves height of 2.2 metres, with a maximum height of 3.9 metres. The proposed pitched roof of the garage conversion would feature two rooflights.
The single storey side extension would be readily visible within the street scene. It would be set back from the front elevation by 0.3 metres and appear subservient. The roof alterations to the garage conversion from a flat to pitched roof, would also be visible from the public footpath that runs alongside the property. On the basis of design and scale, the proposal would form a proportionate addition to the existing dwellinghouse that would not be deemed to have any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area.
The proposal would be sufficiently separated and/or screened from neighbouring dwellings and would therefore not result in a detrimental impact.
Whilst the existing garage would not be large enough to constitute a parking space according to the Parking Standards SPD, the extension will project forward of the existing garage, which would result in the loss of a parking space. A 3-bedroom property would be expected to demonstrate two off-street parking spaces, which can be achieved as shown on drawing number 025022/6.
Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and 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 Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Policy BPD3 of the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan, Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).Reasons for Granting:
The application site is a two-storey semi-detached dwelling located on Warren Close in Biggleswade. The proposal consists of a garage conversion with roof alterations, and a single storey extension to the side of the dwelling. The extension would project 6.3 metres from the front of the existing garage and have a width of 2.7 metres, and an eaves height of 2.2 metres, with a maximum height of 3.9 metres. The proposed pitched roof of the garage conversion would feature two rooflights.
The single storey side extension would be readily visible within the street scene. It would be set back from the front elevation by 0.3 metres and appear subservient. The roof alterations to the garage conversion from a flat to pitched roof, would also be visible from the public footpath that runs alongside the property. On the basis of design and scale, the proposal would form a proportionate addition to the existing dwellinghouse that would not be deemed to have any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area.
The proposal would be sufficiently separated and/or screened from neighbouring dwellings and would therefore not result in a detrimental impact.
Whilst the existing garage would not be large enough to constitute a parking space according to the Parking Standards SPD, the extension will project forward of the existing garage, which would result in the loss of a parking space. A 3-bedroom property would be expected to demonstrate two off-street parking spaces, which can be achieved as shown on drawing number 025022/6.
Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and 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 Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Policy BPD3 of the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan, Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). |
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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:
http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax/bands/find.aspxWill 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:
http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax/bands/find.aspx |
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