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)Reasons for granting
The application site is a two-storey detached dwelling located on Reach Lane in Heath and Reach. No. 4 is constructed of brickwork with a tiled, pitched roof an extended single storey reception extension area to the front with an attached double garage to the side with a pitched roof and is surrounded by properties of similar design.
The proposal is to convert the side double garage into a garden room which will involve removing the garage door and bricking up the elevation and installing two new windows, the rear of the elevation will have bi-fold doors to the rear. The proposal will not increase the footprint of the site but will increase the living space of the property by 36sqm with two new windows visible from the street scene. However, these would be considered minor alterations 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, the proposed extension would include a larger bi-fold door facing the rear of the property which would replace the existing door and window. The elevation of the proposal faces the boundary of neighbouring property no. 2 and would have a larger viewing area. However, the boundary makeup is of no. 2 has a 1.8M fence and therefore the proposal is not considered to have a significant impact and little visual impact and overall is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with section 12 of the NPPF, policy HQ1 of the central Bedfordshire Local Plan Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.
The proposal does not lead to any additional bedrooms but would convert the double garage into a living space which will count as the loss of one parking space. However, No. 4 has sufficient parking for three cars on the front drive, therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site, the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
Heath and Reach Parish Council were consulted and raised no comments. The application was subject to public consultation, though no objections 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 detached dwelling located on Reach Lane in Heath and Reach. No. 4 is constructed of brickwork with a tiled, pitched roof an extended single storey reception extension area to the front with an attached double garage to the side with a pitched roof and is surrounded by properties of similar design.
The proposal is to convert the side double garage into a garden room which will involve removing the garage door and bricking up the elevation and installing two new windows, the rear of the elevation will have bi-fold doors to the rear. The proposal will not increase the footprint of the site but will increase the living space of the property by 36sqm with two new windows visible from the street scene. However, these would be considered minor alterations 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, the proposed extension would include a larger bi-fold door facing the rear of the property which would replace the existing door and window. The elevation of the proposal faces the boundary of neighbouring property no. 2 and would have a larger viewing area. However, the boundary makeup is of no. 2 has a 1.8M fence and therefore the proposal is not considered to have a significant impact and little visual impact and overall is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with section 12 of the NPPF, policy HQ1 of the central Bedfordshire Local Plan Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.
The proposal does not lead to any additional bedrooms but would convert the double garage into a living space which will count as the loss of one parking space. However, No. 4 has sufficient parking for three cars on the front drive, therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site, the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
Heath and Reach Parish Council were consulted and raised no comments. The application was subject to public consultation, though no objections 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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)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:
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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