7 Hillside Close, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NN Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/02511/FULL - Full Application
Approved
Proposal
Demolition of existing garage and erection of a two storey side extension. Data via plota.co.uk
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Received
13 Aug 2026
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Validated
14 Aug 2026
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Approved
7 Oct 2026
Approved on 7 Oct 2026 · Last checked 18 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.
Also on the record
2 listed buildings within 150 m of the postcode pin; Conservation area about 68 m away: Shillington Conservation Area; Inside the Shillington 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 1
Last sold for £350,000 in September 2025. Detached house, freehold.
30 September 2025£350,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area85 m² (915 sq ft)
Energy ratingD (59 out of 100), could reach B
PropertyDetached house, 6 habitable rooms
Built1950 to 1966
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsCavity wall, as built, no insulation (assumed)
From the energy performance certificate lodged in February 2025, 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
- SG5 3NN
- Received
- 13 Aug 2026
- Validated
- 14 Aug 2026
- Parish
- Shillington
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 9 Oct 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The application site relates a two-storey detached dwelling located on Hillside Close, Shillington. No.7 is constructed from brickwork with a tiled pitched roof and is surrounded by properties varying in design and scale. The proposal seeks planning permission for the erection of a of a two-storey side extension following the demolition of an existing garage to the side of the dwelling. The side extension would have an approximate depth of 7.3 metres, a width of 2.7 metres, an eaves height of 5.2 metres and a maximum height of 6.1 metres. The proposed extension, due to its set down roof ridge, setting back from the front elevation and modest width, is considered to appear as a subordinate addition to the main property that would not dominate the host dwelling. The two-storey side extension would be readily visible within the street scene of Hillside Close, however, at the extension follows design guidance it is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area. Overall, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area or the host dwelling in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. In terms of impact on neighbouring properties, the extension would be separated from the shared boundary with the nearest neighbouring property, 6 Hillside Close, by approximately 1 metre and would not be considered to have an overbearing impact or result in a loss of light on this property due to the extension not extending beyond the rear of this property. The extension includes a first-floor window on the rear elevation which would provide views into this neighbours' garden, however, both gardens are currently mutually overlooked by each other and as such the window in question is not considered to have a significant detrimental impact on privacy as it would not provide views into private areas that are not currently overlooked. All other properties are considered sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be a detrimental impact. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with NPPF policy P3, policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal would result in the loss of an off-street parking space through the demolition of the existing garage but the number of bedrooms at the property would remain at 3. The parking standards require a 3-bedroom property to be able to facilitate 2 off-street parking spaces, which has been demonstrated on plan to be provided at the front of the property. Therefore, the proposal is considered acceptable in terms of parking and highway safety in accordance with NPPF policy TR4, policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Parking Standards for New Developments supplementary planning document. Shillington Parish Council were consulted on this application and supported the application. Neighbourhood Planning were consulted but no comments were received. The application was subject to a public consultation, and no representations were received. 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 relates a two-storey detached dwelling located on Hillside Close, Shillington. No.7 is constructed from brickwork with a tiled pitched roof and is surrounded by properties varying in design and scale. The proposal seeks planning permission for the erection of a of a two-storey side extension following the demolition of an existing garage to the side of the dwelling. The side extension would have an approximate depth of 7.3 metres, a width of 2.7 metres, an eaves height of 5.2 metres and a maximum height of 6.1 metres. The proposed extension, due to its set down roof ridge, setting back from the front elevation and modest width, is considered to appear as a subordinate addition to the main property that would not dominate the host dwelling. The two-storey side extension would be readily visible within the street scene of Hillside Close, however, at the extension follows design guidance it is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area. Overall, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area or the host dwelling in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. In terms of impact on neighbouring properties, the extension would be separated from the shared boundary with the nearest neighbouring property, 6 Hillside Close, by approximately 1 metre and would not be considered to have an overbearing impact or result in a loss of light on this property due to the extension not extending beyond the rear of this property. The extension includes a first-floor window on the rear elevation which would provide views into this neighbours' garden, however, both gardens are currently mutually overlooked by each other and as such the window in question is not considered to have a significant detrimental impact on privacy as it would not provide views into private areas that are not currently overlooked. All other properties are considered sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be a detrimental impact. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with NPPF policy P3, policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal would result in the loss of an off-street parking space through the demolition of the existing garage but the number of bedrooms at the property would remain at 3. The parking standards require a 3-bedroom property to be able to facilitate 2 off-street parking spaces, which has been demonstrated on plan to be provided at the front of the property. Therefore, the proposal is considered acceptable in terms of parking and highway safety in accordance with NPPF policy TR4, policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Parking Standards for New Developments supplementary planning document. Shillington Parish Council were consulted on this application and supported the application. Neighbourhood Planning were consulted but no comments were received. The application was subject to a public consultation, and no representations were received. 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. 2 )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. 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 )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
- 7 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 84% of demolitions here are.
This one54d
Council54d
UK56d
71%decided within 8 weeks
84%approved
173decided in the last year
Plota live figures for demolitions decided by Central Bedfordshire in the last twelve months, from validation. Central Bedfordshire decision record →
Public comments
No public comments yet.
Last counted 18 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 14 Aug 2026
- Comments by
- 23 Sept 2026
- Site or press notice
- 2 Sept 2026
Historical activity at this location
12 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2023
Approved
12 Hillside Close, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NN
Conversion of garage to habitable room and store
2022
Approved
34 Hillfoot Road, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NR
Erection of a front porch and single storey rear extension. Replacement of existing concr…
2021
Approved
10 Hillside Close, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NN
Single storey rear extension and internal alterations
2020
Approved
44 Hillfoot Road, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NR
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: single storey side extension
2020
Withdrawn
44 Hillfoot Road, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NR
Lawfull Development Certifcate Proposed: Single Storey Side/Rear Extension
2019
Approved
12 Church View Avenue, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NL
Rear & side single storey extension & demolition of lobby
2019
Approved
3 Hillside Close, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NN
Alterations to front elevation to include bay window with canopy over with pitch across e…
2019
Approved
11 Hillside Close, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NN
Single storey front extension to existing garage & single storey side & rear extension
2017
Approved
28 Hillfoot Road, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NR
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: single storey rear extension 4.5m beyond the…
2016
Approved
10 Church View Avenue, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NL
Replacement of existing prefabricated single garage to front garden with timber clad gara…
2016
Approved
2 Church View Avenue, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NL
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: Erection of single storey rear extension 3.9…
2016
Withdrawn
2 Church View Avenue, Shillington, Hitchin, SG5 3NL
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: 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%).
Faster than most councils
for householder decisions
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application.
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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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