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CB/26/01957/FULL - Full Application
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Demolition of rear extension. Erection of single storey rear extension with roof lantern. Addition of render to rear elevation. Data via plota.co.uk
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Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No scheduled monument at the site
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG18 8PQ
- Received
- 19 Jun 2026
- Validated
- 19 Jun 2026
- Parish
- Biggleswade
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 14 Aug 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting: The application site is a two-storey, semi-detached dwelling located on the north side of Courtlands Drive, Biggleswade. No. 34 is constructed of brickwork with a gable tile roof and currently benefits from a converted garage and single-storey rear extension. The proposal consists of the demolition of this rear extension and erection of a single-storey rear extension with a roof lantern. The proposal would have a depth of 4.8 metres, a width of 5.2 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.75 and a maximum pitched roof height of 3.5 metres. The overall footprint of the property would be reduced by some 5.5 metres. Courtlands Drive is characterised by two-storey and single-storey dwellings of varied age and design. Rear projections to other properties across the streetscene are noted, and therefore the proposal is not considered to be at odds with the existing grain and pattern of development. On the basis of its design and scale, the proposal would form a proportionate addition to the existing dwellinghouse which would be retained to the rear and sited partially within the footprint of an existing rear extension. Furthermore, the proposal would be sited entirely on existing hardstanding and would represent a reduction in the overall built form at the site. As such, the proposal is not considered to result in any significant impact on the character or appearance of the area. The proposal includes the addition of render to the proposed rear extension and the ground-floor level of the rear elevation of the existing dwellinghouse. This would be retained to the rear of the property and would be considered a minor addition which would not result in any material harm to the character and appearance of the area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwellings are deemed to be No. 32 and No. 36 Courtlands Drive, and No. 45 The Rowlands to the rear. To the east, the proposed rear extension would be sited some 3.8 metres from No. 32 Courtlands Drive, given this separation distance and the modest height of the proposed eaves, it is not considered that the proposal would give rise to any adverse impacts on the amenity of this neighbouring dwelling. The proposal includes the addition of bi-fold doors facing this neighbouring property, it is noted that the existing rear extension at the site has a door and window facing this neighbouring dwelling and given this existing relationship, it is not considered that the current proposal would result in any further overlooking or loss of privacy. To the west, the proposed rear extension would be sited adjacent to the shared boundary with No. 36 Courtlands Drive and would retain a separation distance of some 2.5 metres. This neighbouring property currently benefits from a rear extension which surpasses the depth of both the existing and proposed rear extension at the application site. Given this relationship, No. 36 would remain entirely screened from the proposal and the works would not be considered to give rise to any overbearing impacts, unacceptable overlooking, loss of light or privacy to this neighbouring dwelling. To the rear, No. 45 The Rowlands would be sited some 33.7 metres from the proposal and would remain largely screened from the development by an existing outbuilding to the rear of the application site, as such it is not considered than the proposal would have any detrimental impact to the amenity of this neighbour. All other neighbouring dwellings are sufficiently separated and/ or screened from the proposal as to where they would not be detrimentally impacted. The proposal does not create any additional bedrooms and therefore would not be required to demonstrate further onsite parking. The proposal would not adversely affect the existing parking or access arrangements at the application site and would therefore be acceptable on a like-for-like basis. Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objections. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy BPD3 of the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan, Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).Reasons for Granting: The application site is a two-storey, semi-detached dwelling located on the north side of Courtlands Drive, Biggleswade. No. 34 is constructed of brickwork with a gable tile roof and currently benefits from a converted garage and single-storey rear extension. The proposal consists of the demolition of this rear extension and erection of a single-storey rear extension with a roof lantern. The proposal would have a depth of 4.8 metres, a width of 5.2 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.75 and a maximum pitched roof height of 3.5 metres. The overall footprint of the property would be reduced by some 5.5 metres. Courtlands Drive is characterised by two-storey and single-storey dwellings of varied age and design. Rear projections to other properties across the streetscene are noted, and therefore the proposal is not considered to be at odds with the existing grain and pattern of development. On the basis of its design and scale, the proposal would form a proportionate addition to the existing dwellinghouse which would be retained to the rear and sited partially within the footprint of an existing rear extension. Furthermore, the proposal would be sited entirely on existing hardstanding and would represent a reduction in the overall built form at the site. As such, the proposal is not considered to result in any significant impact on the character or appearance of the area. The proposal includes the addition of render to the proposed rear extension and the ground-floor level of the rear elevation of the existing dwellinghouse. This would be retained to the rear of the property and would be considered a minor addition which would not result in any material harm to the character and appearance of the area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwellings are deemed to be No. 32 and No. 36 Courtlands Drive, and No. 45 The Rowlands to the rear. To the east, the proposed rear extension would be sited some 3.8 metres from No. 32 Courtlands Drive, given this separation distance and the modest height of the proposed eaves, it is not considered that the proposal would give rise to any adverse impacts on the amenity of this neighbouring dwelling. The proposal includes the addition of bi-fold doors facing this neighbouring property, it is noted that the existing rear extension at the site has a door and window facing this neighbouring dwelling and given this existing relationship, it is not considered that the current proposal would result in any further overlooking or loss of privacy. To the west, the proposed rear extension would be sited adjacent to the shared boundary with No. 36 Courtlands Drive and would retain a separation distance of some 2.5 metres. This neighbouring property currently benefits from a rear extension which surpasses the depth of both the existing and proposed rear extension at the application site. Given this relationship, No. 36 would remain entirely screened from the proposal and the works would not be considered to give rise to any overbearing impacts, unacceptable overlooking, loss of light or privacy to this neighbouring dwelling. To the rear, No. 45 The Rowlands would be sited some 33.7 metres from the proposal and would remain largely screened from the development by an existing outbuilding to the rear of the application site, as such it is not considered than the proposal would have any detrimental impact to the amenity of this neighbour. All other neighbouring dwellings are sufficiently separated and/ or screened from the proposal as to where they would not be detrimentally impacted. The proposal does not create any additional bedrooms and therefore would not be required to demonstrate further onsite parking. The proposal would not adversely affect the existing parking or access arrangements at the application site and would therefore be acceptable on a like-for-like basis. Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objections. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy BPD3 of the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan, Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). 2 )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. 3 )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). 4 )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. 5 )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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- 19 Jun 2026
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- 30 Jul 2026
Historical activity at this location
22 previous applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
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Previous applications at this address
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20 Courtlands Drive, Biggleswade, SG18 8PQ
Change garage door to a window.
2021
Approved
204 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8PJ
Single storey rear extension following demolition of single storey rear extension. Single…
2021
Approved
204 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8PJ
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Approved
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Proposed Single Storey Front Extension.
2019
Withdrawn
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Demolition of an existing dwelling and construction of two semi-detached 3-bedroom dwelli…
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Approved
236 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8PJ
Outline application: Erection of 1 No. Detached bungalow
2016
Approved
246 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8PJ
Single storey rear extension to replace conservatory, together with external changes.
2016
Approved
10 Courtlands Drive, Biggleswade, SG18 8PQ
Single storey rear extension.
2016
Approved
10 Courtlands Drive, Biggleswade, SG18 8PQ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: roof extension.
Central Bedfordshire
Planning Authority Score
6.3/10
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#88 of 296 councils
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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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