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CB/26/02282/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Garage conversion to habitable space, single storey front and side extensions and new rear bi fold door Data via plota.co.uk
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20 Jul 2026
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31 Jul 2026
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22 Sept 2026
Approved on 22 Sept 2026 · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Site constraints 1
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Inside the Biggleswade built-up area.
Not affected
Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No listed building at the site
Checked on 6 October 2026. 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 £374,000 in June 2026. Semi-detached house, freehold.
19 June 2026£374,000
2 March 2001£93,995
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area84 m² (904 sq ft)
Energy ratingC (72 out of 100)
PropertyEnd-terrace house, 5 habitable rooms
Built1967 to 1975
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsCavity wall, filled cavity
From the energy performance certificate lodged in August 2025, the latest held for this property. The building may have changed since. View the certificate
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG18 8JR
- Received
- 20 Jul 2026
- Validated
- 31 Jul 2026
- Parish
- Biggleswade
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 25 Sept 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting: The application site comprises a semi-detached, two-storey dwelling located on the east side of Mead End, Biggleswade. No. 95 is constructed of brickwork featuring white render and a gable tile roof. The property currently benefits from an attached, single garage which sits forward of the principal elevation. The proposal consists of a garage conversion to habitable space, the erection of single storey front and side extensions and the installation of new rear bi fold doors. The proposed garage conversion would retain its existing footprint but would involve an increase in height. A mono-pitched roof is proposed to the front section, reaching a maximum height of 3.4 metres, with a flat roof to the rear section at a maximum height of 3 metres. The proposed side extension would form an infill to the rear of the converted garage, with a depth of 2.8 metres, a width of 1.2 metres, and a flat roof height to match that of the conversion. To the front of the dwelling, the proposed front extension would have a depth of 1.9 metres, a width of 3 metres, with a height to the eaves of 2.3 metres and a maximum mono-pitched roof height to 3.4 metres, matching the front elevation of the converted garage. Mead End is characterised by dwellings of varied scale, age and design, with a variety of frontages evident within the streetscene. On the basis of design and scale, the proposed garage conversion and extensions would form subservient additions to the host dwelling, which would be sited partially within the footprint of existing built form at the site, and would not surpass the current established building line to the principal elevation. Furthermore, the additions would be constructed of materials to match that of the host dwelling, as such the development is not considered t give rise to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the area. The proposed bi-fold doors would constitute a minor alteration to the property, which would be confined to the rear of the site and therefore would have no material impact on the character and appearance of the host dwelling or wider area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwellings are deemed to be No. 93 and No. 97 Mead End, and No. 14 Playfield Close to the rear. To the north, No. 93 Mead End would be sited some 3.3 metres from the proposed front extension and would remain largely screened from the garage conversion and side addition by this front projection. As such, the proposal is not considered to give rise to any adverse impacts on the amenity of this neighbouring dwelling. To the south, No. 97 Mead End would remain some 5.1 metres from the proposal, further separated by a footpath between the neighbouring dwellings. Given the existing built form to the south of the application site and the retained separation distance between the properties, the development is not considered to result in any overbearing impacts or loss of light to this neighbouring dwelling. To the rear, No. 14 Playfield Close retains a separation distance of some 17.8 metres from the proposal and given this relationship, the works would not give rise to any impacts on the amenity of this neighbouring. The proposed bi-fold doors to the rear would replace existing fenestration on this elevation, and therefore would not give rise to any unacceptable overlooking or loss of privacy. The proposal includes the addition of fenestration to the principal elevation, these would face into the public highway of Mead End and would not provide views into any private amenity space. 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 will not be required to demonstrate further onsite parking. The proposal includes a garage conversion to habitable living space, however according to the Parking Standards SPD, the existing single garage would not be large enough to accommodate an off-street parking space. The current dwelling is a three-bedroom property, and as demonstrated on plan number 01G, there are sufficient parking arrangements for three, off-street parking spaces on the front driveway and adequate parking has been retained in line with the Parking Standards SPD. Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objections. The Rights of Way Officer was consulted on the proposal and provided no comments. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy BPD3 of the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan, 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 comprises a semi-detached, two-storey dwelling located on the east side of Mead End, Biggleswade. No. 95 is constructed of brickwork featuring white render and a gable tile roof. The property currently benefits from an attached, single garage which sits forward of the principal elevation. The proposal consists of a garage conversion to habitable space, the erection of single storey front and side extensions and the installation of new rear bi fold doors. The proposed garage conversion would retain its existing footprint but would involve an increase in height. A mono-pitched roof is proposed to the front section, reaching a maximum height of 3.4 metres, with a flat roof to the rear section at a maximum height of 3 metres. The proposed side extension would form an infill to the rear of the converted garage, with a depth of 2.8 metres, a width of 1.2 metres, and a flat roof height to match that of the conversion. To the front of the dwelling, the proposed front extension would have a depth of 1.9 metres, a width of 3 metres, with a height to the eaves of 2.3 metres and a maximum mono-pitched roof height to 3.4 metres, matching the front elevation of the converted garage. Mead End is characterised by dwellings of varied scale, age and design, with a variety of frontages evident within the streetscene. On the basis of design and scale, the proposed garage conversion and extensions would form subservient additions to the host dwelling, which would be sited partially within the footprint of existing built form at the site, and would not surpass the current established building line to the principal elevation. Furthermore, the additions would be constructed of materials to match that of the host dwelling, as such the development is not considered t give rise to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the area. The proposed bi-fold doors would constitute a minor alteration to the property, which would be confined to the rear of the site and therefore would have no material impact on the character and appearance of the host dwelling or wider area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwellings are deemed to be No. 93 and No. 97 Mead End, and No. 14 Playfield Close to the rear. To the north, No. 93 Mead End would be sited some 3.3 metres from the proposed front extension and would remain largely screened from the garage conversion and side addition by this front projection. As such, the proposal is not considered to give rise to any adverse impacts on the amenity of this neighbouring dwelling. To the south, No. 97 Mead End would remain some 5.1 metres from the proposal, further separated by a footpath between the neighbouring dwellings. Given the existing built form to the south of the application site and the retained separation distance between the properties, the development is not considered to result in any overbearing impacts or loss of light to this neighbouring dwelling. To the rear, No. 14 Playfield Close retains a separation distance of some 17.8 metres from the proposal and given this relationship, the works would not give rise to any impacts on the amenity of this neighbouring. The proposed bi-fold doors to the rear would replace existing fenestration on this elevation, and therefore would not give rise to any unacceptable overlooking or loss of privacy. The proposal includes the addition of fenestration to the principal elevation, these would face into the public highway of Mead End and would not provide views into any private amenity space. 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 will not be required to demonstrate further onsite parking. The proposal includes a garage conversion to habitable living space, however according to the Parking Standards SPD, the existing single garage would not be large enough to accommodate an off-street parking space. The current dwelling is a three-bedroom property, and as demonstrated on plan number 01G, there are sufficient parking arrangements for three, off-street parking spaces on the front driveway and adequate parking has been retained in line with the Parking Standards SPD. Biggleswade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objections. The Rights of Way Officer was consulted on the proposal and provided no comments. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy BPD3 of the Biggleswade Neighbourhood Plan, 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
- Decision date
- 22 Sept 2026
- Agent
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How this decision compares
Decided in 53 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one53d
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
- 31 Jul 2026
- Comments by
- 15 Sept 2026
- Site or press notice
- 21 Aug 2026
Historical activity at this location
7 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2024
Approved
27 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
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2023
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85 Mead End, Biggleswade, SG18 8JR
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Single storey rear extension
2021
Approved
9 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
Proposed ground floor rear extension
2019
Approved
4 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
Addition of porch to front of house.
2016
Approved
9 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
Single storey side extension.
2016
Approved
1 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
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9 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
Two storey side 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%).
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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.
Freehold boundary: © Crown copyright and database rights 2026, HM Land Registry. Polygons © Crown copyright and database rights 2026 Ordnance Survey 100026316. Conditions of use
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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