56 Chapman Close, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PL Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/02356/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Integral garage conversion with insertion of a front window, replacing the garage door Data via plota.co.uk
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Received
27 Jul 2026
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Validated
17 Aug 2026
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Approved
7 Oct 2026
Approved on 7 Oct 2026 · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Site constraints 3
Conservation area about 22 m away: Potton Conservation Area
The edge of the area; work outside it can still affect its setting.
The council must give weight to preserving or enhancing the area's character and appearance. Not every council has published its boundaries as open data.
Also on the record
2 listed buildings within 150 m of the postcode pin; Inside the Potton 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 3
Last sold for £177,000 in November 2006. Semi-detached house, freehold.
17 November 2006£177,000
13 February 2004£149,000
21 June 2000£84,000
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
- SG19 2PL
- Received
- 27 Jul 2026
- Validated
- 17 Aug 2026
- Parish
- Potton
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 12 Oct 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey semi-detached dwelling at 56 Chapman Close, Potton, constructed of facing brickwork with a tiled roof and white uPVC windows. The property is situated within an established residential area and adjoins a grassed open space protected by Policy EE13 of the adopted Local Plan. The proposal seeks permission for the conversion of the integral garage. This would involve the removal of the existing garage door, infilling the opening with matching brickwork, and the insertion of a ground-floor front window. These alterations would be clearly visible within the street scene; however, they are minor in nature and would not result in any material harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling, the streetscene, or the wider area. A materials condition can be attached. The integral garage is set away from the shared boundary with the adjoining semi-detached property at No. 54 Chapman Close. Given the limited nature of the proposed works, there would be no unacceptable impact on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers in terms of light, outlook or privacy. No material harm would arise to any other surrounding property. The existing garage space would be lost leaving one on-site parking space. The proposal would increase the property from three to four bedrooms and would therefore normally require three parking spaces in accordance with the adopted parking standards. However, given that the garage could be converted to habitable accommodation under permitted development rights, it is not considered necessary to require additional on site parking in this instance. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Potton Town Council were consulted and have no objection to the proposal. In light of the foregoing appraisal, 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), Policy HO-5 of the Potton Neighbourhood Plan, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD (August 2023), and Policy DP3 of the NPPF (2026).Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey semi-detached dwelling at 56 Chapman Close, Potton, constructed of facing brickwork with a tiled roof and white uPVC windows. The property is situated within an established residential area and adjoins a grassed open space protected by Policy EE13 of the adopted Local Plan. The proposal seeks permission for the conversion of the integral garage. This would involve the removal of the existing garage door, infilling the opening with matching brickwork, and the insertion of a ground-floor front window. These alterations would be clearly visible within the street scene; however, they are minor in nature and would not result in any material harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling, the streetscene, or the wider area. A materials condition can be attached. The integral garage is set away from the shared boundary with the adjoining semi-detached property at No. 54 Chapman Close. Given the limited nature of the proposed works, there would be no unacceptable impact on the living conditions of neighbouring occupiers in terms of light, outlook or privacy. No material harm would arise to any other surrounding property. The existing garage space would be lost leaving one on-site parking space. The proposal would increase the property from three to four bedrooms and would therefore normally require three parking spaces in accordance with the adopted parking standards. However, given that the garage could be converted to habitable accommodation under permitted development rights, it is not considered necessary to require additional on site parking in this instance. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Potton Town Council were consulted and have no objection to the proposal. In light of the foregoing appraisal, 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), Policy HO-5 of the Potton Neighbourhood Plan, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD (August 2023), and Policy DP3 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. 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
- Decision date
- 7 Oct 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 51 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one51d
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
- 17 Aug 2026
- Comments by
- 25 Sept 2026
- Site or press notice
- 4 Sept 2026
Historical activity at this location
22 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2025
Approved
4 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NS
Demolition of existing garage/store, and erection of a garage and garden room
2024
Approved
26 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Erection of a single storey rear extension with roof lights.
2024
Approved
30 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Retrospective rear extension
2022
Approved
30 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Retrospective removal of x2 outbuildings and erection of a single outbuilding/office.
2022
Approved
28 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Retrospective removal of existing greenhouse and extend existing outbuilding
2022
Approved
77 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Proposed single storey rear extension and replacement outbuilding.
2021
Approved
40 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Erection of a front porch
2020
Approved
3 Acorn Mews, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NL
Erection of a single storey front extension
2020
Approved
22 Chapman Close, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PL
Single storey side extension following demolition of existing garage and store
2020
Approved
28 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
First floor rear extension and two storey side/rear extension
2020
Approved
71 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: Rear extension 5.40m beyond the rear wall, 3…
2019
Approved
23 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NS
Creation of glazed link extension, and conversion of outbuilding from studio to kitchen/d…
2018
Approved
30 Chapman Close, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PL
Single Storey Side / Rear Extension (including demolishing existing rear Play Room).
2018
Withdrawn
23 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NS
A single storey rear extension and associated external works, to include demolition of an…
2018
Approved
69 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Extend existing drop kerb to allow for better Vehicular manoeuvres, visibility splay and…
2018
Approved
38 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Single storey pitched roof porch extension to front elevation
2018
Approved
34 Chapman Close, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PL
Removal of single storey flat roof extension to the rear, new front porch and 1st floor r…
2017
Refused
34 Chapman Close, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2PL
Proposed Two Storey Rear & 1.5 Storey side extension and Front Porch.
2017
Approved
2 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NS
Listed Building: alterations and restoration of existing outbuilding adjacent to a listed…
2017
Approved
2 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NS
Alterations and restoration of existing outbuilding adjacent to a listed building
2016
Approved
11 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NS
New first floor side window, change of existing windows to same style UPVC and 1 no. car…
2016
Approved
38 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Prior Notification Householder Extension: Erection of single storey rear extension 3.675m…
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.
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