1. Return to Search Page >>2. Search Results >>3. Planning Application Detail
Details of Planning Application - CB/25/01184/FULL

Click on the Consultation link below for neighbour and statutory consultee information and to comment on this application. Ensure your opinions are received before the consultation closing date.


Application Details View Documents (opens in new window) Consultation
Application registeredConsultation periodAwaiting decisionDecidedAppealAppeal decided
Application Type:Full Application
Date Received:02 / 04 / 2025
Registration (Validation) Date:16 / 04 / 2025
Consultation Start Date:16 / 04 / 2025
Earliest Decision Date (Consultation Period Expires):28 / 05 / 2025
Target Date for Decision:11 / 06 / 2025
Location:72 Lower Shelton Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0LW
Parish Name:Marston Moreteyne
Conservation Area:Not available
Listed Building Grade:Not available
Environmental Assessment:Not available
Expected Decision Level:Not available
Description:Single storey front and rear extensions and new front porch
Case Officer:Benjamin Keen
Case Officer Tel:0300 300 5642
Case Officer Email:benjamin.keen@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
Status:Decided
Agent:Mr C Piggott
13 St Brides Close
Milton Keynes
MK6 3EY
Press Date:No date
Site Notice Date:30 / 04 / 2025
NeighboursResponses Received: 0
and Representatives:In Favour: 0
Representation DetailsAgainst: 0
Comments: 0
Petitions Against: 0
Petitions For: 0
Officer Site Visit Date:No date
Committee Site Visit Date:No date
Committee Meeting Date:No date
Decision Level:Officer Delegated
Date Decision Made:04 / 06 / 2025
Date Decision Despatched:04 / 06 / 2025
Decision:Full Application - Granted
Conditions or Reasons:View Conditions or Reasons
Informative Notes:
1 )Reasons for granting: The application seeks planning permission for a single storey rear extension a front porch, a front extension and rendering to the host dwelling. Examples of rendering can be seen in the street scene, most notably at No.74 and as such the proposed rendering would not look out of character. The proposed porch will be set back from the highway and as such, the proposal would not be intrusive to the street scene. The proposed front extension is of a modest single storey design which is proportionate to the original dwelling and harmonises with the existing built form and therefore would have a detrimental impact on the character of the area. The proposed rear extension would be replacing the existing conservatory which is of a similar footprint and is considered to form a sympathetic addition to the dwellinghouse that would not harm the character and appearance of the area. The proposed porch and front and rear extensions, due to their siting away from neighbouring properties, would not have any impact on the amenities of neighbouring properties. On the basis of the scale and nature of the development, adequate parking has been retained. The proposal does create an additional bedroom, however parking would be retained for 3 car parking spaces. Comments have been received from the Council's Archaeologist in relation to the front extension and the need for a condition for a WSI. The applicant has provided photos of drains that show that where the extension is to be located has been previously excavated. As such, it is not considered reasonable to attach such a condition, due to the scale of the development, the condition and existing use of the site. It is considered that the proposal will be in accordance with Section 12 of the NPPF, Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Parking Standards in new development SPD and the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide.Reasons for granting: The application seeks planning permission for a single storey rear extension a front porch, a front extension and rendering to the host dwelling. Examples of rendering can be seen in the street scene, most notably at No.74 and as such the proposed rendering would not look out of character. The proposed porch will be set back from the highway and as such, the proposal would not be intrusive to the street scene. The proposed front extension is of a modest single storey design which is proportionate to the original dwelling and harmonises with the existing built form and therefore would have a detrimental impact on the character of the area. The proposed rear extension would be replacing the existing conservatory which is of a similar footprint and is considered to form a sympathetic addition to the dwellinghouse that would not harm the character and appearance of the area. The proposed porch and front and rear extensions, due to their siting away from neighbouring properties, would not have any impact on the amenities of neighbouring properties. On the basis of the scale and nature of the development, adequate parking has been retained. The proposal does create an additional bedroom, however parking would be retained for 3 car parking spaces. Comments have been received from the Council's Archaeologist in relation to the front extension and the need for a condition for a WSI. The applicant has provided photos of drains that show that where the extension is to be located has been previously excavated. As such, it is not considered reasonable to attach such a condition, due to the scale of the development, the condition and existing use of the site. It is considered that the proposal will be in accordance with Section 12 of the NPPF, Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Parking Standards in new development SPD and the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide.
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.
5 )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
6 )It is noted that some of the land identified as the "site area" is outside the residential curtilage of the dwelling. This permission does not regularise or grant a change of use for this land.It is noted that some of the land identified as the "site area" is outside the residential curtilage of the dwelling. This permission does not regularise or grant a change of use for this land.
Appeal Received Date:This case has no appeals against it
Planning Obligation Status:Not available

Return to Search PageTop of Page