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)Reasons for Granting:
The proposal seeks planning permission for the demolition of an existing garage, the erection of a two storey side extension and single storey rear extension and alterations to existing fenestration.
The application site comprises a two-storey, detached dwellinghouse located along Woburn Road, to the south-west of Marston Moreteyne. The surrounding area is rural in nature, with sporadically sited residential dwellings located in large plots. A commercial use is also located adjacent to the site, to the west, known as 'Sun Valley'.
The proposal seeks the demolition of an existing garage which is adjoined to the side of the host dwelling and its replacement with a two storey side extension. The two storey extension would be contained between the front and rear elevations of the dwelling, and would 'mirror' the existing two storey gable end projection on the opposite side of the host dwelling, resulting in a symmetrical appearance.
Section 11.23 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide states that for side extensions there is greater flexibility for detached dwellings, however, setbacks to ridge levels and building façade junctions help to ensure that new extensions appear subservient.
The two storey side extension would not be set back from the principal elevation and would be only slightly set down from the ridgeline of the host dwelling. However, it is noted that the extension would afford to a symmetrical appearance with the opposite gable end projection, of a similar and modest width, height and scale. In addition, within the surrounding area, residential development is limited with sporadically sited properties in large plots, as to where there is no strict pattern or grain of development. On this basis, the proposed two storey side extension would be considered to respond positively to the site's context, complementary to the host dwelling and would not be deemed to result in any detrimental harm upon the character and appearance of the area. In addition to the above, the single storey rear extension and alterations to the existing fenestration would also comprise modest, proportionate and sympathetic additions/ alterations to the host dwelling and would not, as a result, give rise to any adverse impact upon the character and appearance of the area.
As regards neighbouring amenity, the proposals would be significantly separated and/ or well screened from all neighbouring residential dwellings as to where there would not be considered to be any detrimental loss of light, overbearing impact or loss of outlook. In addition, no windows would be sited as to where any overlooking impact or mutual loss of privacy would be deemed to arise.
The proposals would increase the number of bedrooms within the host dwelling. However, adequate parking is deemed to be achievable on the existing driveway. As such, the proposal would be deemed acceptable with regard to highway considerations.
Neighbouring properties and the Parish Council have been consulted on this application. The Parish Council raised no objection and no comments were received in the form of public representations.
Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, the Parking Standards for New Development SPD and Section 12 of the NPPF.Reasons for Granting:
The proposal seeks planning permission for the demolition of an existing garage, the erection of a two storey side extension and single storey rear extension and alterations to existing fenestration.
The application site comprises a two-storey, detached dwellinghouse located along Woburn Road, to the south-west of Marston Moreteyne. The surrounding area is rural in nature, with sporadically sited residential dwellings located in large plots. A commercial use is also located adjacent to the site, to the west, known as 'Sun Valley'.
The proposal seeks the demolition of an existing garage which is adjoined to the side of the host dwelling and its replacement with a two storey side extension. The two storey extension would be contained between the front and rear elevations of the dwelling, and would 'mirror' the existing two storey gable end projection on the opposite side of the host dwelling, resulting in a symmetrical appearance.
Section 11.23 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide states that for side extensions there is greater flexibility for detached dwellings, however, setbacks to ridge levels and building façade junctions help to ensure that new extensions appear subservient.
The two storey side extension would not be set back from the principal elevation and would be only slightly set down from the ridgeline of the host dwelling. However, it is noted that the extension would afford to a symmetrical appearance with the opposite gable end projection, of a similar and modest width, height and scale. In addition, within the surrounding area, residential development is limited with sporadically sited properties in large plots, as to where there is no strict pattern or grain of development. On this basis, the proposed two storey side extension would be considered to respond positively to the site's context, complementary to the host dwelling and would not be deemed to result in any detrimental harm upon the character and appearance of the area. In addition to the above, the single storey rear extension and alterations to the existing fenestration would also comprise modest, proportionate and sympathetic additions/ alterations to the host dwelling and would not, as a result, give rise to any adverse impact upon the character and appearance of the area.
As regards neighbouring amenity, the proposals would be significantly separated and/ or well screened from all neighbouring residential dwellings as to where there would not be considered to be any detrimental loss of light, overbearing impact or loss of outlook. In addition, no windows would be sited as to where any overlooking impact or mutual loss of privacy would be deemed to arise.
The proposals would increase the number of bedrooms within the host dwelling. However, adequate parking is deemed to be achievable on the existing driveway. As such, the proposal would be deemed acceptable with regard to highway considerations.
Neighbouring properties and the Parish Council have been consulted on this application. The Parish Council raised no objection and no comments were received in the form of public representations.
Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, the Parking Standards for New Development SPD and Section 12 of the NPPF. |
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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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