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)Reasons for granting
The application site is a two-storey semi-detached dwelling on Siskin Grove in Leighton Buzzard. No .16 is constructed of brickwork with a pitched roof with an internal garage within the front elevation, No. 16 is surrounded by properties of varying design.
The proposal would convert the existing garage to a living space with alterations to the door with a window. The proposal would be visible from the street scene, however, there are other properties with similar front elevations nearby to the applicant. It is therefore not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area and as such is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, the neighbouring property to be most likely affected is No. 14 which mirrors the existing front façade of No. 16, due to the siting and design, it is not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour. Neighbouring property No.18, north of the applicant has a similar frontage to the proposed and is considered to be sufficiently separated from the proposal for no adverse impact on residential amenities to arise. All other neighbours are considered to be sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be no detrimental impact on residential amenity, as such, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.
The proposal would lead to the loss of a single garage at the property, however, single garages do not count as a parking space as per the Parking Standards for New Developments SPD. All remaining parking would be retained on the frontage of the site. As such, 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.
Leighton-Linslade Town Council were consulted and raised no comments. The application was subject to public consultation, no representations were received.
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 dwelling on Siskin Grove in Leighton Buzzard. No .16 is constructed of brickwork with a pitched roof with an internal garage within the front elevation, No. 16 is surrounded by properties of varying design.
The proposal would convert the existing garage to a living space with alterations to the door with a window. The proposal would be visible from the street scene, however, there are other properties with similar front elevations nearby to the applicant. It is therefore not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area and as such is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.
In terms of neighbouring amenity, the neighbouring property to be most likely affected is No. 14 which mirrors the existing front façade of No. 16, due to the siting and design, it is not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour. Neighbouring property No.18, north of the applicant has a similar frontage to the proposed and is considered to be sufficiently separated from the proposal for no adverse impact on residential amenities to arise. All other neighbours are considered to be sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be no detrimental impact on residential amenity, as such, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.
The proposal would lead to the loss of a single garage at the property, however, single garages do not count as a parking space as per the Parking Standards for New Developments SPD. All remaining parking would be retained on the frontage of the site. As such, 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.
Leighton-Linslade Town Council were consulted and raised no comments. The application was subject to public consultation, no representations were received.
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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)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:
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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