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CB/25/03874/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Change of Use from existing disused barn into a single residential dwelling, with associated changes to external appearance, landscaping and parking layout Data via plota.co.uk
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8 Dec 2025
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29 Jan 2026
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Approved
9 Feb 2026
Approved on 9 Feb 2026 · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Associated applications 3
Site constraints 4
3 listed buildings within 150 m of the postcode pin
Nearest: 40, High Street, Grade II, about 6 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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- 6 m40, High StreetGrade II
- 65 m63, 65 and 67, High StreetGrade II
- 78 mGreenfield FarmhouseGrade II
Also on the record
SSSI about 397 m away: Flitwick Moor SSSI; Inside the Greenfield (Central Bedfordshire) built-up area; Natural England's Provisional ALC map (1:250,000, 1970s) had this area as grade 2, 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.
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- MK45 5DD
- Received
- 5 Dec 2025
- Validated
- 8 Dec 2025
- Parish
- Flitton/Greenfield, Pulloxhill
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 2 Feb 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )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). 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 )You are advised to note the comments of the Ecology Officer as set out below: The applicant is reminded that, under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) and the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), it is an offence to: deliberately capture, disturb, injure, or kill bats; damage or destroy a breeding or resting place; obstruct access to their resting or sheltering places; intentionally or recklessly disturb a bat while it's in a structure or place of shelter or protection. Planning consent for a development does not provide a defence against prosecution under these acts. It is the legal responsibility of the contractor to check for bats, should bats be found at any stages of the development works, then all works should cease, and Natural England should be contacted for advice.You are advised to note the comments of the Ecology Officer as set out below: The applicant is reminded that, under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) and the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended), it is an offence to: deliberately capture, disturb, injure, or kill bats; damage or destroy a breeding or resting place; obstruct access to their resting or sheltering places; intentionally or recklessly disturb a bat while it's in a structure or place of shelter or protection. Planning consent for a development does not provide a defence against prosecution under these acts. It is the legal responsibility of the contractor to check for bats, should bats be found at any stages of the development works, then all works should cease, and Natural England should be contacted for advice. 4 )You are advised to note the comments of the Ecology Officer as set out below: The applicant is advised to avoid the bird nesting season (March to August). If this cannot be avoided, then the site should be checked for nesting birds by a suitably qualified ecologist prior to any site clearance (including vegetation clearance) taking place. If an occupied nest is found onsite, then an exclusion zone around the nest would be required and maintained until the nest is no longer in use.You are advised to note the comments of the Ecology Officer as set out below: The applicant is advised to avoid the bird nesting season (March to August). If this cannot be avoided, then the site should be checked for nesting birds by a suitably qualified ecologist prior to any site clearance (including vegetation clearance) taking place. If an occupied nest is found onsite, then an exclusion zone around the nest would be required and maintained until the nest is no longer in use. 5 )You are advised to note the comments of the Ecology Officer as set out below: The applicant is advised that artificial lighting onsite should be designed sensitively in accordance with industry standard guidance (BCT & ILP, 2023).You are advised to note the comments of the Ecology Officer as set out below: The applicant is advised that artificial lighting onsite should be designed sensitively in accordance with industry standard guidance (BCT & ILP, 2023). 6 )You are advised to note the comments of NatureSpace as set out below: It may be advantageous for the applicant to consider the use of the Central Bedfordshire Council's District Licence which would not require any seasonal works or exclusion methods on-site. This may be a cost-effective solution to the risk of unexpected great crested newt discovery and subsequent delay/risk of wildlife offences. The applicant would need to submit a NatureSpace Report or Certificate prior to determination if this option is pursued. This option should be considered further given that p1 has not been surveyed so absence cannot be entirely ruled out. For further information on the District Licence, please visit www.naturespaceuk.com, all enquiries are free. Great crested newts Great crested newts and their habitats are fully protected under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended). Therefore, it is illegal to deliberately capture, injure, kill, disturb or take great crested newts or to damage or destroy breeding sites or resting places. Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) it is illegal to intentionally or recklessly disturb any great crested newts occupying a place of shelter or protection, or to obstruct access to any place of shelter or protection (see the legislation or seek legal advice for full details). Local planning authorities have a statutory duty in exercising of all their functions to 'have regard, so far is consistent with the proper exercise of those functions, to the purpose of conserving and enhancing biodiversity,' as stated under section 40 of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006 (as amended), as well as a duty under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) to have regard to the requirements of the Habitats Directive. As a result, GCN and their habitats are a material consideration in the planning process.You are advised to note the comments of NatureSpace as set out below: It may be advantageous for the applicant to consider the use of the Central Bedfordshire Council's District Licence which would not require any seasonal works or exclusion methods on-site. This may be a cost-effective solution to the risk of unexpected great crested newt discovery and subsequent delay/risk of wildlife offences. The applicant would need to submit a NatureSpace Report or Certificate prior to determination if this option is pursued. This option should be considered further given that p1 has not been surveyed so absence cannot be entirely ruled out. For further information on the District Licence, please visit www.naturespaceuk.com, all enquiries are free. Great crested newts Great crested newts and their habitats are fully protected under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended). Therefore, it is illegal to deliberately capture, injure, kill, disturb or take great crested newts or to damage or destroy breeding sites or resting places. Under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 (as amended) it is illegal to intentionally or recklessly disturb any great crested newts occupying a place of shelter or protection, or to obstruct access to any place of shelter or protection (see the legislation or seek legal advice for full details). Local planning authorities have a statutory duty in exercising of all their functions to 'have regard, so far is consistent with the proper exercise of those functions, to the purpose of conserving and enhancing biodiversity,' as stated under section 40 of the Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006 (as amended), as well as a duty under the Conservation of Habitats and Species Regulations 2017 (as amended) to have regard to the requirements of the Habitats Directive. As a result, GCN and their habitats are a material consideration in the planning process. 7 )The applicant is reminded of the Rights of Way Officer comments: The applicant is advised that no construction materials or vehicles should obstruct the Public Footpath or a temporary closure/diversion of the path will have to be applied and paid for. The Council's Rights of Way Team would need at least 6 weeks notice to process any such application. Again details are available on the Council's website.The applicant is reminded of the Rights of Way Officer comments: The applicant is advised that no construction materials or vehicles should obstruct the Public Footpath or a temporary closure/diversion of the path will have to be applied and paid for. The Council's Rights of Way Team would need at least 6 weeks notice to process any such application. Again details are available on the Council's website. 8 )You are advised to note the comments of the SuDs Officer as set out below: It is recommended to the applicant that marker points are placed along the watercourse roadside to show watercourse location and depth during flooding.You are advised to note the comments of the SuDs Officer as set out below: It is recommended to the applicant that marker points are placed along the watercourse roadside to show watercourse location and depth during flooding. 9 )The applicant is advised that no works associated with the reconstruction of the vehicular access should be carried out within the confines of the public highway without prior consent, in writing, of the Central Bedfordshire Council. Upon receipt of this Notice of Planning Approval, the applicant is advised to follow this link on the Council website http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/transport/request/dropped-kerb.aspx or contact Central Bedfordshire Council's Highway Help Desk, Tel: 0300 300 8049 quoting the Planning Application number. This will enable the necessary consent and procedures under Section 184 of the Highways Act to be implemented. To fully discharge condition 18 the applicant should provide evidence to the Local Planning Authority that the Highway Authority have undertaken the construction in accordance with the approved plan, before the development is brought into use.The applicant is advised that no works associated with the reconstruction of the vehicular access should be carried out within the confines of the public highway without prior consent, in writing, of the Central Bedfordshire Council. Upon receipt of this Notice of Planning Approval, the applicant is advised to follow this link on the Council website http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/transport/request/dropped-kerb.aspx or contact Central Bedfordshire Council's Highway Help Desk, Tel: 0300 300 8049 quoting the Planning Application number. This will enable the necessary consent and procedures under Section 184 of the Highways Act to be implemented. To fully discharge condition 18 the applicant should provide evidence to the Local Planning Authority that the Highway Authority have undertaken the construction in accordance with the approved plan, before the development is brought into use. 10 )The applicant is advised that the requirements of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 will apply to any works undertaken within the limits of the existing public highway. Further details can be obtained from the Highways Help Desk tel: 0300 300 8049.The applicant is advised that the requirements of the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 will apply to any works undertaken within the limits of the existing public highway. Further details can be obtained from the Highways Help Desk tel: 0300 300 8049. 11 )The applicant is advised that parking for contractor's vehicles and the storage of materials associated with this development should take place within the site and not extend into within the public highway without authorisation from the highwayauthority. If necessary, the applicant is advised to contact Central Bedfordshire Council's Highway Help Desk on 03003008049. Under the provisions of the Highways Act 1980 the developer may be liable for any damage caused to the public highway as a result of construction of the development hereby approved.The applicant is advised that parking for contractor's vehicles and the storage of materials associated with this development should take place within the site and not extend into within the public highway without authorisation from the highwayauthority. If necessary, the applicant is advised to contact Central Bedfordshire Council's Highway Help Desk on 03003008049. Under the provisions of the Highways Act 1980 the developer may be liable for any damage caused to the public highway as a result of construction of the development hereby approved. 12 )Best practical means shall be taken at all times to ensure that all vehicles leaving the development site during construction of the development are in a condition such as not emit dust or deposit mud, slurry or other debris on the highway, in particular efficient means shall be installed prior to commencement of the development and thereafter maintained and employed at all times during construction of the development of cleaning the wheels of all vehicles leaving the site.Best practical means shall be taken at all times to ensure that all vehicles leaving the development site during construction of the development are in a condition such as not emit dust or deposit mud, slurry or other debris on the highway, in particular efficient means shall be installed prior to commencement of the development and thereafter maintained and employed at all times during construction of the development of cleaning the wheels of all vehicles leaving the site.
- Decision date
- 9 Feb 2026
- Appeal
- Allowed · 29 Jan 2026 · Written Representations · Inspectorate case 3374190 ↗
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How this decision compares
Decided in 63 days from validation, 8 days slower than Central Bedfordshire's median of 55 for full applications. Approved, as 85% of full applications here are.
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Last counted 18 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 8 Dec 2025
- Comments by
- 30 Jan 2026
- Site or press notice
- 9 Jan 2026
Historical activity at this location
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Approved
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Single storey front extension
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Approved
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Approved
The Compasses, 44 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
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2019
Approved
The Compasses, 44 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Installation of replacement illuminated and non illuminaed signs to the exterior of the b…
2018
Approved
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Erection of single storey rear extension, front porch and creation of additional car park…
2018
Approved
Willow Barn, 39 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Single storey side extension and single storey glazed link to a new carport/annexe.
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Approved
28A High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
First floor extension
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Approved
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Central Bedfordshire
Planning Authority Score
6.3/10
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#88 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Change of use
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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