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)Reasons for Granting:
The application site is a semi-detached dwelling located on Atterbury Avenue in Leighton Buzzard. The proposal is for a single storey front extension with rooflights, following demolition of the existing front porch. The front extension would have a depth of 2.1 metres, a width of 6.7 metres and a height to the eaves of 2.5 metres with a maximum roof height of 3.6 metres.
The proposed extension is set to the front of the property and would extend beyond the principal elevation. It would therefore be visible to the streetscene. There are existing examples of front extensions in Atterbury Avenue, notably the attached neighbouring dwelling No.34 Atterbury Avenue. Due to this, it is considered that the proposal would be in keeping with the local area and rebalance the semi-detached pair of dwellings. The scale and design would remain proportionate to the property, providing a subservient addition to the front elevation with materials to match the existing dwelling. Overall, the proposed development is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, No.34 Atterbury Avenue would be screened by the existing built form of its front extension, which extends to the front to a similar depth. No.30 Atterbury Avenue would be sufficiently separated by approximately 3.5 metres, and the proposal would have no additional windows in the side elevation facing this neighbouring dwelling. The proposed rooflights would be set in the roof slope and would provide upwards views, which would not result in any overlooking. As such, the neighbouring dwellings are unlikely to be detrimentally impacted in terms of loss of light, loss of privacy or an overbearing impact.
The proposal does not include any additional bedrooms and would not adversely affect the existing parking or access arrangements at the application site. Therefore the proposal would be acceptable on a like-for-like basis.
Leighton-Linslade Town Council were consulted on the application and raised no objections. Natural England were also consulted on the application and raised no comments. 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, 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 semi-detached dwelling located on Atterbury Avenue in Leighton Buzzard. The proposal is for a single storey front extension with rooflights, following demolition of the existing front porch. The front extension would have a depth of 2.1 metres, a width of 6.7 metres and a height to the eaves of 2.5 metres with a maximum roof height of 3.6 metres.
The proposed extension is set to the front of the property and would extend beyond the principal elevation. It would therefore be visible to the streetscene. There are existing examples of front extensions in Atterbury Avenue, notably the attached neighbouring dwelling No.34 Atterbury Avenue. Due to this, it is considered that the proposal would be in keeping with the local area and rebalance the semi-detached pair of dwellings. The scale and design would remain proportionate to the property, providing a subservient addition to the front elevation with materials to match the existing dwelling. Overall, the proposed development is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, No.34 Atterbury Avenue would be screened by the existing built form of its front extension, which extends to the front to a similar depth. No.30 Atterbury Avenue would be sufficiently separated by approximately 3.5 metres, and the proposal would have no additional windows in the side elevation facing this neighbouring dwelling. The proposed rooflights would be set in the roof slope and would provide upwards views, which would not result in any overlooking. As such, the neighbouring dwellings are unlikely to be detrimentally impacted in terms of loss of light, loss of privacy or an overbearing impact.
The proposal does not include any additional bedrooms and would not adversely affect the existing parking or access arrangements at the application site. Therefore the proposal would be acceptable on a like-for-like basis.
Leighton-Linslade Town Council were consulted on the application and raised no objections. Natural England were also consulted on the application and raised no comments. 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, 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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)The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC.The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC. |
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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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