6 Merryweather Grove, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9FW Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/01969/FULL - Full Application
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Site constraints 3
Habitat network: Network Enhancement Zone 2
Where habitat is joined up enough to work as a network. Context, not a constraint on its own.
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Inside the Langford (Central Bedfordshire) built-up area; the 1970s provisional farmland map 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
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG18 9FW
- Received
- 10 Jul 2026
- Validated
- 10 Jul 2026
- Parish
- Langford
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 4 Sept 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey detached dwelling at 6 Merryweather Grove Langford, within an established residential area of similar age and character. The dwelling is constructed of red facing brickwork with a tiled roof and white uPVC windows and includes a detached garage. The proposal seeks permission for a single-storey rear/side extension with a roof lantern and rooflights. As the extension would project partially to the side of the dwelling it would be visible within the streetscene. Whilst the proposed flat roof would differ from the dwelling's pitched roof, its modest scale and recessed position would ensure a subordinate appearance that would not result in unacceptable harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling or surrounding area. A condition requiring matching materials can be imposed. No. 7 Merryweather Grove lies to the east of the site and is separated from No. 6 by their respective driveways. The proposed extension would be sufficiently set away from No. 7 and would be largely screened by the garage building which straddles the shared boundary, ensuring no unacceptable impact on the amenity of this neighbouring property. No other surrounding properties would be adversely affected. The proposal is for ground floor living accommodation only therefore no additional on site parking is required. As the property would remain a four-bedroom dwelling, the adopted parking requirement of three spaces would continue to be met through the retained garage and two driveway spaces. 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. Langford Parish Council was consulted and have not commented on 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 Bedford shire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedford shire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Chapter 14 of the NPPF (2026).Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey detached dwelling at 6 Merryweather Grove Langford, within an established residential area of similar age and character. The dwelling is constructed of red facing brickwork with a tiled roof and white uPVC windows and includes a detached garage. The proposal seeks permission for a single-storey rear/side extension with a roof lantern and rooflights. As the extension would project partially to the side of the dwelling it would be visible within the streetscene. Whilst the proposed flat roof would differ from the dwelling's pitched roof, its modest scale and recessed position would ensure a subordinate appearance that would not result in unacceptable harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling or surrounding area. A condition requiring matching materials can be imposed. No. 7 Merryweather Grove lies to the east of the site and is separated from No. 6 by their respective driveways. The proposed extension would be sufficiently set away from No. 7 and would be largely screened by the garage building which straddles the shared boundary, ensuring no unacceptable impact on the amenity of this neighbouring property. No other surrounding properties would be adversely affected. The proposal is for ground floor living accommodation only therefore no additional on site parking is required. As the property would remain a four-bedroom dwelling, the adopted parking requirement of three spaces would continue to be met through the retained garage and two driveway spaces. 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. Langford Parish Council was consulted and have not commented on 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 Bedford shire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedford shire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Chapter 14 of the NPPF (2026). 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.
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Last counted 11 Sept 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 10 Jul 2026
- Comments by
- 24 Aug 2026
- Site or press notice
- 29 Jul 2026
Historical activity at this location
3 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
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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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