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)Reasons for Granting
The application site is a two-storey mid-terraced dwelling located on Jeans Way in Dunstable. No. 209 is constructed of brickwork with a cream render finish with a pitched roof and is surrounded by properties of similar design.
The proposal consists of a single storey rear extension with a pitched roof and four roof lights with bi-fold doors to the rear. The proposal would measure 4.88m wide by 4.15m deep with an overall height of 3.8m and would have a render finish similar to the existing building.
The proposal would increase the living space to create a large kitchen area. There are several examples of rear extensions in the locality. The extension would be finished in matching materials and would have a pitched, tiled roof which would be complementary to the host dwelling. Therefore, the proposal would not have a detrminental 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, neighbouring property No. 211 is at a higher level with boundary treatment comprising a wall and timber fence. This property also has a single-storey rear extension which would be of a similar scale to the proposal and would be on the ajoining boundary, therefore the proposed extension would have little visual impact. There is a brick structure and adequate separation between the application dwelling and neighbouring property No. 207 and therefore it is not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour.
Dunstable Town 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 mid-terraced dwelling located on Jeans Way in Dunstable. No. 209 is constructed of brickwork with a cream render finish with a pitched roof and is surrounded by properties of similar design.
The proposal consists of a single storey rear extension with a pitched roof and four roof lights with bi-fold doors to the rear. The proposal would measure 4.88m wide by 4.15m deep with an overall height of 3.8m and would have a render finish similar to the existing building.
The proposal would increase the living space to create a large kitchen area. There are several examples of rear extensions in the locality. The extension would be finished in matching materials and would have a pitched, tiled roof which would be complementary to the host dwelling. Therefore, the proposal would not have a detrminental 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, neighbouring property No. 211 is at a higher level with boundary treatment comprising a wall and timber fence. This property also has a single-storey rear extension which would be of a similar scale to the proposal and would be on the ajoining boundary, therefore the proposed extension would have little visual impact. There is a brick structure and adequate separation between the application dwelling and neighbouring property No. 207 and therefore it is not considered that the proposal would have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour.
Dunstable Town 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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)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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)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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