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CB/26/00237/FULL - Full Application
Approved
Proposal
Single storey side and rear extensions, alterations to front bay windows, and installation of solar panels to the front. Data via plota.co.uk
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Received
26 Jan 2026
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Validated
3 Mar 2026
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Approved
23 Apr 2026
Approved on 23 Apr 2026 · Last checked 13 Oct 2026
Site constraints 5
Habitat network: Network Enhancement Zone 2
Where habitat is joined up enough to work as a network. Context, not a constraint on its own.
3 listed buildings within 150 m of the postcode pin
Nearest: Barn to West of Parkside, Grade II, about 45 m from the postcode pin · 3 Grade II
The site itself is not listed. Listed building consent is needed for work that affects the special interest of a listed building, inside or out, on top of planning permission. Setting can be a consideration for buildings nearby; there is no fixed radius.
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- 45 mBarn to West of ParksideGrade II
- 104 mThe Old BrewhouseGrade II
- 148 mMulberry HouseGrade II
Also on the record
Conservation area about 41 m away: Henlow Conservation Area; Inside the Henlow built-up area; Natural England's Provisional ALC map (1:250,000, 1970s) had this area as grade 3, but it predates the buildings here and the current map does not class it as farmland.
Not affected
Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No scheduled monument at the site
Checked on 6 October 2026. The pin for this application is the centre of its postcode rather than the building, so distances to nearby designations are measured from the postcode and can be out by the width of the postcode area. Historic England, the Environment Agency, Natural England and council datasets, Open Government Licence. A boundary can run through a site and the council holds the definitive record: confirm with the council before relying on this.
Sales history 2
Last sold for £622,500 in April 2017. Detached house, freehold.
7 April 2017£622,500
22 August 2003£308,000New build
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area182 m² (1,959 sq ft)
Energy ratingC (77 out of 100), could reach B
PropertyDetached house, 9 habitable rooms
Built2003 to 2006
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsCavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
From the energy performance certificate lodged in July 2016, the latest held for this property, matched to this application by its address. The building may have changed since. View the certificate
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG16 6JD
- Received
- 26 Jan 2026
- Validated
- 3 Mar 2026
- Parish
- Henlow
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 28 Apr 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey brick dwelling at 7 The Dairy Henlow, with concrete roof tiles and white uPVC windows, within an established residential area of similar age and character. ��� The proposal comprises single storey side and rear extensions with flat roofs and rooflights. The side extension would be set back marginally from the front elevation, and positioned behind the existing garden wall, reducing its visibility in the streetscene. The rear extension would span the full rear elevation of the dwelling but would be modest in depth. Both extensions would be subservient to the main dwelling. Whilst the extensions would be finished in vertically boarded charred timber cladding and black aluminum fenestration, their contemporary appearance is considered visually acceptable given the mixed palette of materials within the area. The cladding would also be in-filled either side of the chimney breast on the main side elevation between the extensions which would be visually acceptable. A materials condition can be attached. Minor alterations are proposed to the two front bay windows, involving a slight increase in the brick base height and replacement windows of similar appearance. The proposal also includes the installation of 9 photovoltaic panels on the front roof slope, which would be visible from the public realm; however, they would be well contained within the roofslope and in this residential context it would not result in visual harm. One tree would need to be removed to facilitate the side extension, but as this is not protected and set back within the plot, its loss would not result in visual harm. Overall the proposal would not adversely affect the appearance of the dwelling or the streetscene. Given the separation distances, the setting of the nearby Henlow Conservation Area which runs along the rear and partly along the side boundaries, would not be harmed. The side extension would be well separated from surrounding properties. No 5 The Dairy has a rear access door which appears to serve the garage, and a single-storey rear extension beyond with side French doors and windows on the rear, and a close boarded fence with trellis along the shared boundary. Given the separation distances, orientation, and modest depth of the proposed rear extension, it would not result in an undue loss of light, privacy or overbearing impact. The alterations to the bay windows and installation of front rooflights would not adversely affect neighbouring residential amenity. Overall, due to the scale and design of the proposal, there would be no detrimental impact to neighbouring properties. On the basis of the scale and nature of the development, adequate access and parking has been retained. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. The Archaeology Team have no comment to make. Henlow Parish Council were consulted and have no objection to the proposal. In light of the foregoing appraisal, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1 and T3 of the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Section 12 of the NPPF (2024).Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey brick dwelling at 7 The Dairy Henlow, with concrete roof tiles and white uPVC windows, within an established residential area of similar age and character. ��� The proposal comprises single storey side and rear extensions with flat roofs and rooflights. The side extension would be set back marginally from the front elevation, and positioned behind the existing garden wall, reducing its visibility in the streetscene. The rear extension would span the full rear elevation of the dwelling but would be modest in depth. Both extensions would be subservient to the main dwelling. Whilst the extensions would be finished in vertically boarded charred timber cladding and black aluminum fenestration, their contemporary appearance is considered visually acceptable given the mixed palette of materials within the area. The cladding would also be in-filled either side of the chimney breast on the main side elevation between the extensions which would be visually acceptable. A materials condition can be attached. Minor alterations are proposed to the two front bay windows, involving a slight increase in the brick base height and replacement windows of similar appearance. The proposal also includes the installation of 9 photovoltaic panels on the front roof slope, which would be visible from the public realm; however, they would be well contained within the roofslope and in this residential context it would not result in visual harm. One tree would need to be removed to facilitate the side extension, but as this is not protected and set back within the plot, its loss would not result in visual harm. Overall the proposal would not adversely affect the appearance of the dwelling or the streetscene. Given the separation distances, the setting of the nearby Henlow Conservation Area which runs along the rear and partly along the side boundaries, would not be harmed. The side extension would be well separated from surrounding properties. No 5 The Dairy has a rear access door which appears to serve the garage, and a single-storey rear extension beyond with side French doors and windows on the rear, and a close boarded fence with trellis along the shared boundary. Given the separation distances, orientation, and modest depth of the proposed rear extension, it would not result in an undue loss of light, privacy or overbearing impact. The alterations to the bay windows and installation of front rooflights would not adversely affect neighbouring residential amenity. Overall, due to the scale and design of the proposal, there would be no detrimental impact to neighbouring properties. On the basis of the scale and nature of the development, adequate access and parking has been retained. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. The Archaeology Team have no comment to make. Henlow Parish Council were consulted and have no objection to the proposal. In light of the foregoing appraisal, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1 and T3 of the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Section 12 of the NPPF (2024). 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.
- Decision date
- 23 Apr 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 51 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one51d
Council54d
UK55d
77%decided within 8 weeks
90%approved
100%go to committee
Plota live figures for extensions decided by Central Bedfordshire in the last twelve months, from validation. Central Bedfordshire decision record →
Public comments
No public comments yet.
Last counted 13 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 3 Mar 2026
- Comments by
- 17 Apr 2026
- Site or press notice
- 27 Mar 2026
Historical activity at this location
6 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2022
Approved
4 The Dairy, Henlow, SG16 6JD
Proposed single storey side rear infill with the removal of garage door at front.
2021
Withdrawn
4 The Dairy, Henlow, SG16 6JD
Single storey side and rear extension.
2017
Withdrawn
Champneys Henlow Coach Road, Henlow, SG16 6BT
Listed Building - Extension to existing spa facility comprising ground floor and basement
2017
Withdrawn
Champneys Henlow Coach Road, Henlow, SG16 6BT
Extension to existing spa facility comprising ground floor and basement
2017
Approved
27 The Dairy, Henlow, SG16 6JD
Erection of single storey rear extension with a gable roof and 4 velux windows.
2017
Approved
23 The Dairy, Henlow, SG16 6JD
Detached Garage
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%).
Faster than most councils
for householder decisions
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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
Sale prices: Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Energy performance: Energy performance certificates from the Energy Performance of Buildings Register, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. © Crown copyright 2026.
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