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)Reasons for granting
The application site is a two-storey semi-detached chalet style dwelling located on Lincoln Way within the village of Harlington. No 37 is constructed of brickwork with a tiled pitched roof and is surrounded by properties of similar design. The proposal consists of a garage conversion with a new raised pitched roof, replacement of garage door with a window to the front, replacement of single door with French doors to the side elevation and the window to be bricked up on the rear elevation. The roof is to be raised by 0.6m to an overall height of 3.0m
The proposal would not result in an increase in the properties footprint but would increase the height of the garage to 3.0m from 2.40m. However, this would match the neighbouring garage height which is also set forward by 2.5m. As the proposal would match the neighbouring garage dimensions this is considered a minor alteration that would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area. Therefore, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area and is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, there are no privacy concerns regarding the replacement and installation of the windows and doors on the front and side elevations. The alterations are not considered to have a detrimental impact on residential amenities. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with Section 12 of the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.
The proposal does lead to an additional bedroom, however, sufficient space is maintained on the driveway to facilitate 4 parking spaces which meets the requirements for a 4-bedroom property. Therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site and the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
The proposal would create 1 additional bedroom and take the total number of bedrooms at the property to 4, which would require 3 off-street parking spaces to be provided. Despite the conversion of the existing garage, single garages do not count as a parking space, therefore there is no loss of parking spaces and there is deemed sufficient space at the front of the property to facilitate 3 parking spaces. Therefore, the proposal would retain sufficient off-street parking and is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
Harlington Parish Council was consulted and raised no objection but did raise concerns about additional on-street parking as a result of the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, and no representations were raised.
The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.Reasons for granting
The application site is a two-storey semi-detached chalet style dwelling located on Lincoln Way within the village of Harlington. No 37 is constructed of brickwork with a tiled pitched roof and is surrounded by properties of similar design. The proposal consists of a garage conversion with a new raised pitched roof, replacement of garage door with a window to the front, replacement of single door with French doors to the side elevation and the window to be bricked up on the rear elevation. The roof is to be raised by 0.6m to an overall height of 3.0m
The proposal would not result in an increase in the properties footprint but would increase the height of the garage to 3.0m from 2.40m. However, this would match the neighbouring garage height which is also set forward by 2.5m. As the proposal would match the neighbouring garage dimensions this is considered a minor alteration that would not have a material impact on the character and appearance of the area. Therefore, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area and is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, there are no privacy concerns regarding the replacement and installation of the windows and doors on the front and side elevations. The alterations are not considered to have a detrimental impact on residential amenities. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with Section 12 of the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.
The proposal does lead to an additional bedroom, however, sufficient space is maintained on the driveway to facilitate 4 parking spaces which meets the requirements for a 4-bedroom property. Therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site and the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
The proposal would create 1 additional bedroom and take the total number of bedrooms at the property to 4, which would require 3 off-street parking spaces to be provided. Despite the conversion of the existing garage, single garages do not count as a parking space, therefore there is no loss of parking spaces and there is deemed sufficient space at the front of the property to facilitate 3 parking spaces. Therefore, the proposal would retain sufficient off-street parking and is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
Harlington Parish Council was consulted and raised no objection but did raise concerns about additional on-street parking as a result of the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, and no representations were raised.
The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. |
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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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)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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)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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)Please note that the unnumbered drawings submitted in connection with this application have been given unique numbers by the Local Planning Authority. The numbers can be sourced by examining the plans on the View a Planning Application pages of the Councils website www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk.Please note that the unnumbered drawings submitted in connection with this application have been given unique numbers by the Local Planning Authority. The numbers can be sourced by examining the plans on the View a Planning Application pages of the Councils website www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk. |
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