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CB/26/02581/FULL - Full Application
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26 Oct 2026
Approved on 26 Oct 2026 · Last checked 27 Oct 2026
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National landscape about 224 m away: Chilterns; Inside the Dunstable built-up area; National infrastructure project about 1153 m away: The Grand Union Canal Transfer, at pre-application.
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Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No scheduled monument at the site
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30 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Single storey front extension
Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- LU6 3LS
- Received
- 18 Aug 2026
- Validated
- 2 Sept 2026
- Parish
- Dunstable
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 28 Oct 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for granting The host dwelling is a two storey, brick built, semi-detached property with a tiled pitched roof with a single garage to the side attached by a boundary wall. The host dwelling is located within Miletree Crescent in Dunstable and is surrounded by properties of similar design. The proposal is for a single storey front extension which would be 2.4 metres wide by 1.5 metres deep and have a mono-pitched roof an overall height of 3.6 metres and a height of 2.4 metres to the eaves. The front fa�ade would have a single door and glazing to match the existing arrangement. The proposed extension would be readily visible from the street scene and several nearby properties have had front extensions of varying design. The proposal would have matching brickwork and tiles and as such would be in keeping with the character of the host dwelling. Due to scale and design it is considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area and as such would be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, and Chapter 14 (DP3) of the NPPF. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the extension would be sited nearest to the boundary with neighbouring property No. 32 Miletree Crescent. This neighbour is separated by 4.0 metres, however, the proposal would have the same outlook as the existing front fa�ade. Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour. It is therefore considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour, loss of light or an overbearing impact. No. 28 Miletree Crescent is the next neighbour located to the north of the applicant. This neighbour is orientated away from the proposal and is separated by 9.0 metres. It is therefore considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour. On balance due to the siting and design of the proposal, it is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with Chapter 14 (DP3) of the NPPF, policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal projects to the front of the property into the existing driveway, however, the property retains two parking spaces to the side of the property. Therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site for a three-bedroom property and is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. Dunstable Town Council were consulted and raised no objection to the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Chapter 14 of the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.Reasons for granting The host dwelling is a two storey, brick built, semi-detached property with a tiled pitched roof with a single garage to the side attached by a boundary wall. The host dwelling is located within Miletree Crescent in Dunstable and is surrounded by properties of similar design. The proposal is for a single storey front extension which would be 2.4 metres wide by 1.5 metres deep and have a mono-pitched roof an overall height of 3.6 metres and a height of 2.4 metres to the eaves. The front fa�ade would have a single door and glazing to match the existing arrangement. The proposed extension would be readily visible from the street scene and several nearby properties have had front extensions of varying design. The proposal would have matching brickwork and tiles and as such would be in keeping with the character of the host dwelling. Due to scale and design it is considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area and as such would be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, and Chapter 14 (DP3) of the NPPF. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the extension would be sited nearest to the boundary with neighbouring property No. 32 Miletree Crescent. This neighbour is separated by 4.0 metres, however, the proposal would have the same outlook as the existing front fa�ade. Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour. It is therefore considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour, loss of light or an overbearing impact. No. 28 Miletree Crescent is the next neighbour located to the north of the applicant. This neighbour is orientated away from the proposal and is separated by 9.0 metres. It is therefore considered that the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the residential amenities of this neighbour. On balance due to the siting and design of the proposal, it is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with Chapter 14 (DP3) of the NPPF, policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal projects to the front of the property into the existing driveway, however, the property retains two parking spaces to the side of the property. Therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site for a three-bedroom property and is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. Dunstable Town Council were consulted and raised no objection to the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Chapter 14 of the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. 2 )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. 3 )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. 4 )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). 5 )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. 6 )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
- Decision date
- 26 Oct 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 54 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
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UK55d
77%decided within 8 weeks
90%approved
100%go to committee
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Last counted 27 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 2 Sept 2026
- Comments by
- 13 Oct 2026
Historical activity at this location
17 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2022
Approved
40 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
erection of single storey front/side extension
2021
Approved
52 Oldhill, Dunstable, LU6 3ES
First floor side and two storey rear extensions
2021
Approved
60 Oldhill, Dunstable, LU6 3ES
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion with rear dormer window
2020
Approved
47 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Single storey rear extension
2020
Withdrawn
47 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Prior Notification of Householder Larger Home Extension: Single storey rear extension
2020
Approved
65 Oldhill, Dunstable, LU6 3ES
First floor rear extension
2020
Withdrawn
47 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: single storey rear extension
2019
Approved
36 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Proposed: Single storey flat roof rear extension.
2019
Approved
33 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
New front porch and wet room extension
2019
Approved
65 Oldhill, Dunstable, LU6 3ES
Single storey side extension
2019
Approved
36 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: erection of single storey rear extension 5m…
2018
Refused
36 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Single storey flat roof rear extension with mono pitched roof above garage,minor internal…
2018
Approved
27 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: side facing dormer loft conversions, alteration…
2017
Approved
4 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Demolition of Existing garage and extension to side and rear
2016
Refused
58 Oldhill, Dunstable, LU6 3ES
Two storey side and rear extension with a single storey rear extension.
2016
Approved
23 Miletree Crescent, Dunstable, LU6 3LS
Single Storey Rear Extension. New Bay Window to front elevation. Partial conversion of ex…
2016
Approved
58 Oldhill, Dunstable, LU6 3ES
Two storey side and rear extension with a single storey rear extension
Central Bedfordshire
Planning Authority Score
6.3/10
Average
#88 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions
Central Bedfordshire is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #62 out of 296. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (91%) than the national average (90%).
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Central Bedfordshire decision statistics
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
84%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #218 of 296
91%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #169 of 296
76%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (63%) #62 of 296
35%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #99 of 296
61%
Minor dwellings approved
153 decided (1-9 homes)
86%
Major dwellings approved
29 decided (10+ homes)
73%
Change of use approved
45 decided
1,444
Total decisions
226 refused in the year to March 2026
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