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)Reasons for Granting:
The application site is a two storey semi-detached dwelling located on Buckwood Avenue in Dunstable. The proposal consists of the erection of a single storey side extension. The proposed extension would measure 6 metres in depth, 2.4 metres in width, and a flat roof height of 2.9 metres. It would join to a single storey rear extension, which is proposed to be constructed through permitted development rights, reference CB/25/02304/GPDE.
Due to the siting and design, the proposed side extension would not be visible within the street scene. The proposed side extension would be a modest and subservient addition to the existing dwelling. On the basis of its design and scale, the proposal would form an appropriate addition to the existing dwellinghouse and would not be deemed to have any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed side extension would be sited along the shared boundary with No.44 Buckwood Avenue and adjacent to the rear of the neighbouring garage. There would likely be some loss of light to the small window on the side (east) elevation of this neighbouring dwelling, however this serves a WC, which is a non-habitable room. In addition, there is an existing retaining brick wall between the dwellings which provides an element of existing built form. As such, the proposal would extend a minimal amount beyond the existing built form and would not result in an additional impact above that of the existing boundary wall. It is therefore not considered that the proposal would result in a detrimental loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearng impact on this neighbour.
No.48 Buckwood Avenue would be screened from the proposed side extension by the built form of the existing rear extension, and sufficiently separated, and therefore the proposal is unlikely to detrimentally impact this neighbouring dwelling.
The proposal would not increase the number of bedrooms and as such, the parking requirement for the application site would be acceptable on a like-for-like basis.
Dunstable Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objections. Natural England was also consulted 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 two storey semi-detached dwelling located on Buckwood Avenue in Dunstable. The proposal consists of the erection of a single storey side extension. The proposed extension would measure 6 metres in depth, 2.4 metres in width, and a flat roof height of 2.9 metres. It would join to a single storey rear extension, which is proposed to be constructed through permitted development rights, reference CB/25/02304/GPDE.
Due to the siting and design, the proposed side extension would not be visible within the street scene. The proposed side extension would be a modest and subservient addition to the existing dwelling. On the basis of its design and scale, the proposal would form an appropriate addition to the existing dwellinghouse and would not be deemed to have any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed side extension would be sited along the shared boundary with No.44 Buckwood Avenue and adjacent to the rear of the neighbouring garage. There would likely be some loss of light to the small window on the side (east) elevation of this neighbouring dwelling, however this serves a WC, which is a non-habitable room. In addition, there is an existing retaining brick wall between the dwellings which provides an element of existing built form. As such, the proposal would extend a minimal amount beyond the existing built form and would not result in an additional impact above that of the existing boundary wall. It is therefore not considered that the proposal would result in a detrimental loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearng impact on this neighbour.
No.48 Buckwood Avenue would be screened from the proposed side extension by the built form of the existing rear extension, and sufficiently separated, and therefore the proposal is unlikely to detrimentally impact this neighbouring dwelling.
The proposal would not increase the number of bedrooms and as such, the parking requirement for the application site would be acceptable on a like-for-like basis.
Dunstable Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objections. Natural England was also consulted 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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)Prior approval was advised as not required under reference CB/25/02304/GPDE. You should ensure that your proposal meets all the requirements of Article 3, Schedule 2, Part 1, Class A of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended). If you wish to seek the local planning authority's confirmation as to whether the proposal is lawful development, you may submit an application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or Development. Further information can be found here:
https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/responsibilities/planning-permission/lawful-development-certificatesPrior approval was advised as not required under reference CB/25/02304/GPDE. You should ensure that your proposal meets all the requirements of Article 3, Schedule 2, Part 1, Class A of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended). If you wish to seek the local planning authority's confirmation as to whether the proposal is lawful development, you may submit an application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or Development. Further information can be found here:
https://www.planningportal.co.uk/permission/responsibilities/planning-permission/lawful-development-certificates |
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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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