23 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/01045/FULL - Full Application
Approved
Proposal
Erection of a single storey rear extension and raised height to two storey rear flat roof Data via plota.co.uk
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Received
1 Apr 2026
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Validated
26 May 2026
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Approved
21 Jul 2026
Approved on 21 Jul 2026 · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Site constraints 2
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 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 £155,000 in November 2025. Terraced house, freehold.
7 November 2025£155,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area56 m² (603 sq ft)
Energy ratingD (60 out of 100), could reach C
PropertyMid-terrace house, 3 habitable rooms
BuiltBefore 1900
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsSolid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
From the energy performance certificate lodged in May 2024, 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 4BX
- Received
- 1 Apr 2026
- Validated
- 26 May 2026
- Parish
- Stotfold
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 21 Jul 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for granting: The application site comprises a mid terraced two-storey dwellinghouse located on the southern side of Common Road Stotfold. The property is finished in white painted brick at the front and white painted render at the rear with a tiled roof. It is set within an established residential area of varying styles and ages. The proposal comprises a single-storey rear extension and an increase in the height of the existing two-storey flat-roofed rear extension. Although the increased height would result in a flat-roofed form that is not fully consistent with the adopted design guidance, the extension would remain modest in scale, align with the eaves of the main dwelling, and remain subordinate to the host property. Furthermore, similar rear extensions have been constructed at Nos. 19, 21 and 25 Common Road. In this context, the proposal would be in keeping with the neighbouring extended dwellings and would not appear unduly out of character. The proposed single-storey rear extension would infill the gap between the existing extension and No. 21 and would be subordinate in height and scale. Overall, the proposal would not cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the dwelling or surrounding area. A materials condition can be attached. The property most likely to be affected is No 21 Common Road, located to the side (east) of the application site. It contains a glazed single-storey porch like structure and a first-floor window, assumed to serve a bedroom. Given the modest increase in height of the two-storey flat-roofed extension and its offset from the shared boundary, there would be no unacceptable impact on light, privacy or outlook to that first floor window. As part of internal alterations, the existing bathroom and bedroom at first floor would be swapped. The existing rear and side windows within the extension, both of which are currently obscure glazed, would then serve the bedroom. As the existing rear window could be installed as clear glazed under permitted development rights, the existing first-floor side window shown to be infilled would safeguard neighbouring privacy, which can be secured by condition. Given the extent of glazing within the side elevation and roof of the neighbouring porch like structure at No 21, some loss of light would occur. It is also acknowledged that within the structure there is a small rear-facing window into the main house assumed to serve a main habitable room, and a side door into its extension assumed to serve the kitchen. However, the proposed single-storey rear extension would be modest in scale. Whilst it would be higher than the adjoining porch at approx 2.8m, its depth of around 2.63m would be comparable to neighbouring extensions and is acceptable in this residential context. The increased height of the two-storey extension would adjoin the existing extension at No 25 and would not result in any material harm to residential amenity. No other surrounding properties would be adversely affected. The property does not have any on site parking. However, following internal rearrangements there would be no increase in the number of bedrooms in the dwelling. Stotfold Town Council and neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. The Archeology Team and Ecology Officer were consulted and have raised no objection. Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Adopted Central Bedford shire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedford shire Design Guide (August 2023), and Section 12 of the NPPF (2024).Reasons for granting: The application site comprises a mid terraced two-storey dwellinghouse located on the southern side of Common Road Stotfold. The property is finished in white painted brick at the front and white painted render at the rear with a tiled roof. It is set within an established residential area of varying styles and ages. The proposal comprises a single-storey rear extension and an increase in the height of the existing two-storey flat-roofed rear extension. Although the increased height would result in a flat-roofed form that is not fully consistent with the adopted design guidance, the extension would remain modest in scale, align with the eaves of the main dwelling, and remain subordinate to the host property. Furthermore, similar rear extensions have been constructed at Nos. 19, 21 and 25 Common Road. In this context, the proposal would be in keeping with the neighbouring extended dwellings and would not appear unduly out of character. The proposed single-storey rear extension would infill the gap between the existing extension and No. 21 and would be subordinate in height and scale. Overall, the proposal would not cause unacceptable harm to the character and appearance of the dwelling or surrounding area. A materials condition can be attached. The property most likely to be affected is No 21 Common Road, located to the side (east) of the application site. It contains a glazed single-storey porch like structure and a first-floor window, assumed to serve a bedroom. Given the modest increase in height of the two-storey flat-roofed extension and its offset from the shared boundary, there would be no unacceptable impact on light, privacy or outlook to that first floor window. As part of internal alterations, the existing bathroom and bedroom at first floor would be swapped. The existing rear and side windows within the extension, both of which are currently obscure glazed, would then serve the bedroom. As the existing rear window could be installed as clear glazed under permitted development rights, the existing first-floor side window shown to be infilled would safeguard neighbouring privacy, which can be secured by condition. Given the extent of glazing within the side elevation and roof of the neighbouring porch like structure at No 21, some loss of light would occur. It is also acknowledged that within the structure there is a small rear-facing window into the main house assumed to serve a main habitable room, and a side door into its extension assumed to serve the kitchen. However, the proposed single-storey rear extension would be modest in scale. Whilst it would be higher than the adjoining porch at approx 2.8m, its depth of around 2.63m would be comparable to neighbouring extensions and is acceptable in this residential context. The increased height of the two-storey extension would adjoin the existing extension at No 25 and would not result in any material harm to residential amenity. No other surrounding properties would be adversely affected. The property does not have any on site parking. However, following internal rearrangements there would be no increase in the number of bedrooms in the dwelling. Stotfold Town Council and neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. The Archeology Team and Ecology Officer were consulted and have raised no objection. Therefore, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Adopted Central Bedford shire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedford shire Design Guide (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
- 21 Jul 2026
- Agent
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How this decision compares
Decided in 56 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one56d
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 18 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 26 May 2026
- Comments by
- 2 Jul 2026
- Site or press notice
- 5 Jun 2026
Historical activity at this location
12 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2025
Approved
10 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Single storey rear extension
2023
Approved
5 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Single storey front extension in line with integral garage
2023
Approved
31A Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Lawful development certificate proposed: Erection of outbuilding
2023
Approved
18 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Single storey side and rear extension
2022
Approved
18 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Two storey rear and side extension, single storey rear extension, loft conversion with ro…
2021
Approved
34 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Two storey side extension with dropped kerb and 2 front parking spaces
2020
Withdrawn
18 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Re-submission of CB/19/01716/FULL single and double storey rear and side extension
2019
Approved
18 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion comprising hip-to-gable roof ext…
2019
Withdrawn
18 Common Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BX
Double storey side extension, part double, part single storey rear extension and front po…
2018
Approved
15 The Green, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4AH
Part Two storey rear and Part Single storey rear extension.
2018
Approved
12 Netherstones, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4BS
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion with rear dormer & front velux w…
2016
Approved
Land adj to15 The Green, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4AH
One dwelling with external works and associated services.
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%).
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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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