16 Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/02209/FULL - Full Application
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Approved · Last checked 24 Sept 2026
Site constraints 3
Local nature reserve about 238 m away: Stotfold Mill Meadows
Work nearby can need a habitats assessment.
Harm to a protected site is only accepted where there is no alternative and an overriding public interest.
Also on the record
1 listed building within 150 m of the postcode pin; Inside the Stotfold built-up area.
Not affected
Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No scheduled monument at the site
Checked on 24 September 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 £700,000 in August 2020. Detached house, freehold.
28 August 2020£700,000
10 June 2004£455,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG5 4NZ
- Received
- 13 Jul 2026
- Validated
- 14 Jul 2026
- Parish
- Stotfold
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 8 Sept 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting: The application site is a detached, two and a half-storey dwelling located on the north side of Baldock Road, Stotfold. No. 16 is constructed of buff brickwork featuring decorative brick detailing and banding, with a tiled gable roof incorporating gabled projections to the front and rear. The property currently benefits from a single-storey projection to the rear. The proposal consists of the erection of a two single-storey rear extensions. To the west, the proposed rear extension would have a depth of 2.1 metres, a width of 5 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.7 metres and a maximum mono-pitched roof height of 3.8 metres. To the east, the proposed addition would have a depth of 2.3 metres, a width of 2.1 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.7 metres and a maximum mono-pitched roof to a height of 3.8 metres. The overall footprint of the property would increase by some 7.5 square metres. Baldock Road is characterised by detached dwellings of varied scale and design, with commercial land located to the east of the application site. 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 or pattern of development. On the basis of design and scale, the proposed rear extensions would form proportionate additions to the host dwelling. To the west, the proposed rear extension would be sited partially within the footprint of the existing rear projection and would not surpass this existing depth. Both extensions would be located on existing hardstanding and confined to the rear of the property, such that they would not be visible from the streetscene. Furthermore, the extensions would be constructed of materials to match that of the host dwelling and as such, would not be considered to result in a significant impact on the character or appearance of the area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwellings are deemed to be No. 14a, 16a and 16b Baldock Road. In terms of neighbouring amenity, to the west of the site, the proposal would be sited adjacent to the shared boundary with No. 14a and would retain a separation distance of 3.4 metres from this neighbouring property. This addition would not surpass the depth of the existing built form in this location and, given the modest scale, would not be considered to give rise to any loss of light or overbearing impact to this neighboring dwelling. The proposed rear extension to the east would remain entirely screened from this neighbouring dwelling by the existing built form at the application site. To the rear, No. 16a and No. 16b Baldock Road would be sited some 27.9 metres from the proposal, given this separation distance and the single storey nature of the extensions, they are not considered to give rise to any unacceptable impact on the amenity of these neighbouring dwellings. The proposal includes the installation of fenestration to the north elevation, facing these neighbouring properties. It is noted that there is an existing degree of mutual overlooking between the properties, with views from the both the ground-floor and first-floor at both dwellings, and as such, the proposal is not considered to give rise to any further overlooking or loss of privacy. To the west, the application site lies adjacent to an industrial/commercial site, given this context, and the retained distance between the proposal and the shared boundary, it is not considered that the works would result in any adverse impact on neighbouring amenity and is considered acceptable in this regard. 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. Stotfold Town Council were consulted on this application and did not provide any comments. The Trees and Landscape Officer was consulted on this application and raised no objections, noting that the proposal remains on existing hardstanding. The Officer did note that the mixing, storage, and vehicle movements should be kept away from the trees at the site, and as such an informative has been included with this application to remind the applicant of their responsibility. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with 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 Chapter 14 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).Reasons for Granting: The application site is a detached, two and a half-storey dwelling located on the north side of Baldock Road, Stotfold. No. 16 is constructed of buff brickwork featuring decorative brick detailing and banding, with a tiled gable roof incorporating gabled projections to the front and rear. The property currently benefits from a single-storey projection to the rear. The proposal consists of the erection of a two single-storey rear extensions. To the west, the proposed rear extension would have a depth of 2.1 metres, a width of 5 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.7 metres and a maximum mono-pitched roof height of 3.8 metres. To the east, the proposed addition would have a depth of 2.3 metres, a width of 2.1 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.7 metres and a maximum mono-pitched roof to a height of 3.8 metres. The overall footprint of the property would increase by some 7.5 square metres. Baldock Road is characterised by detached dwellings of varied scale and design, with commercial land located to the east of the application site. 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 or pattern of development. On the basis of design and scale, the proposed rear extensions would form proportionate additions to the host dwelling. To the west, the proposed rear extension would be sited partially within the footprint of the existing rear projection and would not surpass this existing depth. Both extensions would be located on existing hardstanding and confined to the rear of the property, such that they would not be visible from the streetscene. Furthermore, the extensions would be constructed of materials to match that of the host dwelling and as such, would not be considered to result in a significant impact on the character or appearance of the area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwellings are deemed to be No. 14a, 16a and 16b Baldock Road. In terms of neighbouring amenity, to the west of the site, the proposal would be sited adjacent to the shared boundary with No. 14a and would retain a separation distance of 3.4 metres from this neighbouring property. This addition would not surpass the depth of the existing built form in this location and, given the modest scale, would not be considered to give rise to any loss of light or overbearing impact to this neighboring dwelling. The proposed rear extension to the east would remain entirely screened from this neighbouring dwelling by the existing built form at the application site. To the rear, No. 16a and No. 16b Baldock Road would be sited some 27.9 metres from the proposal, given this separation distance and the single storey nature of the extensions, they are not considered to give rise to any unacceptable impact on the amenity of these neighbouring dwellings. The proposal includes the installation of fenestration to the north elevation, facing these neighbouring properties. It is noted that there is an existing degree of mutual overlooking between the properties, with views from the both the ground-floor and first-floor at both dwellings, and as such, the proposal is not considered to give rise to any further overlooking or loss of privacy. To the west, the application site lies adjacent to an industrial/commercial site, given this context, and the retained distance between the proposal and the shared boundary, it is not considered that the works would result in any adverse impact on neighbouring amenity and is considered acceptable in this regard. 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. Stotfold Town Council were consulted on this application and did not provide any comments. The Trees and Landscape Officer was consulted on this application and raised no objections, noting that the proposal remains on existing hardstanding. The Officer did note that the mixing, storage, and vehicle movements should be kept away from the trees at the site, and as such an informative has been included with this application to remind the applicant of their responsibility. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with 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 Chapter 14 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 6 )The mixing, storage, and vehicle movements should be kept away from the trees on site.The mixing, storage, and vehicle movements should be kept away from the trees on site.
- Agent
- Keenan Project Designs Ltd
Public comments
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Last counted 24 Sept 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 14 Jul 2026
- Comments by
- 24 Aug 2026
- Site or press notice
- 31 Jul 2026
Historical activity at this location
11 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2024
Approved
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Rear dormer to the garage with a front roof light and conversion of storage space, to par…
2024
Withdrawn
16B Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
Roof extension/expansion of existing converted loft area to include rear box dormer, fron…
2022
Refused
3 Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
New detached dwelling house
2022
Approved
14 Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion
2021
Approved
1 Norton Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4PQ
Demolition of lean-to outbuilding and erection of single storey rear/side extension.
2021
Approved
1 Norton Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4PQ
Erection of single storey rear extension and associated works.
2019
Approved
16B Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
Conversion of two garage buildings to form a new office with two new dormer windows.
2018
Withdrawn
14 Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
Proposed single storey side extension
2018
Withdrawn
16B Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
Conversion of two garage buildings to form new 2 bedroom dwelling
2018
Approved
2 Baldock Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4NZ
Single storey front extension
2016
Approved
2 Norton Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4PD
Remove of existing hedge and replace with fence
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
Sale prices: Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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