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CB/26/02288/FULL - Full Application
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20 Jul 2026
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31 Jul 2026
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23 Sept 2026
Approved on 23 Sept 2026 · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Site constraints 1
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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. 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 £54,000 in October 1995. Terraced house, freehold.
13 October 1995£54,000
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG5 4LB
- Received
- 20 Jul 2026
- Validated
- 31 Jul 2026
- Parish
- Stotfold
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 25 Sept 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey end of terrace dwelling at 8 Melbourne Close Stotfold, constructed of facing brickwork, white Upvc horizontal cladding on the front, a tiled roof and white uPVC windows. The dwellings along Melbourne Close are of the same age and style. The proposal seeks permission for the erection of a single-storey side extension. Given its relationship with No 7 Melbourne Close, which is positioned at an angle to the application property, together with the siting and scale of the extension, it would be only partially visible within the street scene. The front elevation of the flat-roofed extension would be well set back from the main front elevation of the dwelling and incorporates a staggered design to take into account the angled shared boundary with No 7, retaining an approx 0.9m separation gap. Having regard to its scale, form, height and design, the proposal would not result in unacceptable harm to the character or appearance of the surrounding area. A materials condition can be attached. The neighbouring property No 7 Melbourne Close lies to the northeast and is sited at an oblique angle to No 8, the properties do not face each other and there is a degree of separation between them. The proposed extension would be sited approx 0.9m from the shared boundary along which runs a close boarded fence, beyond which is an outbuilding within the garden of No 7. A ground floor window serving the shower room and a high level bedroom window are proposed on the side elevation which would be screened by existing boundary treatment and is considered acceptable in this residential context. Accordingly, no unacceptable impacts on light, privacy, or outlook would arise for this adjoining property, and no other surrounding properties would be adversely affected. The proposed extension would provide an additional ground floor bedroom and shower room. As the property would be increased to four bedrooms additional parking would normally be required. However, due to the property's narrow frontage, which does not adjoin the highway, it is not possible to provide vehicular access. Furthermore, given the position and layout of the extension, which could be easily converted into ground floor living accommodation, it is not considered necessary to require additional on site parking in this instance. The proposed development site lies within the historic core of Brook End, Stotfold. However, the nature and scale of the proposals are such that there is unlikely to be a harmful effect on the significance of any surviving heritage assets with archaeological interest. The Archeaology Team have commented that should planning permission be granted, there would be no archaeological constraint. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Stotfold 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 DP3 of the NPPF (2026).Reasons for Granting The site comprises a two-storey end of terrace dwelling at 8 Melbourne Close Stotfold, constructed of facing brickwork, white Upvc horizontal cladding on the front, a tiled roof and white uPVC windows. The dwellings along Melbourne Close are of the same age and style. The proposal seeks permission for the erection of a single-storey side extension. Given its relationship with No 7 Melbourne Close, which is positioned at an angle to the application property, together with the siting and scale of the extension, it would be only partially visible within the street scene. The front elevation of the flat-roofed extension would be well set back from the main front elevation of the dwelling and incorporates a staggered design to take into account the angled shared boundary with No 7, retaining an approx 0.9m separation gap. Having regard to its scale, form, height and design, the proposal would not result in unacceptable harm to the character or appearance of the surrounding area. A materials condition can be attached. The neighbouring property No 7 Melbourne Close lies to the northeast and is sited at an oblique angle to No 8, the properties do not face each other and there is a degree of separation between them. The proposed extension would be sited approx 0.9m from the shared boundary along which runs a close boarded fence, beyond which is an outbuilding within the garden of No 7. A ground floor window serving the shower room and a high level bedroom window are proposed on the side elevation which would be screened by existing boundary treatment and is considered acceptable in this residential context. Accordingly, no unacceptable impacts on light, privacy, or outlook would arise for this adjoining property, and no other surrounding properties would be adversely affected. The proposed extension would provide an additional ground floor bedroom and shower room. As the property would be increased to four bedrooms additional parking would normally be required. However, due to the property's narrow frontage, which does not adjoin the highway, it is not possible to provide vehicular access. Furthermore, given the position and layout of the extension, which could be easily converted into ground floor living accommodation, it is not considered necessary to require additional on site parking in this instance. The proposed development site lies within the historic core of Brook End, Stotfold. However, the nature and scale of the proposals are such that there is unlikely to be a harmful effect on the significance of any surviving heritage assets with archaeological interest. The Archeaology Team have commented that should planning permission be granted, there would be no archaeological constraint. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Stotfold 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 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
- 23 Sept 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 54 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one54d
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 →
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No public comments yet.
Last counted 18 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 31 Jul 2026
- Comments by
- 16 Sept 2026
- Site or press notice
- 26 Aug 2026
Historical activity at this location
5 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
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Approved
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Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Single storey rear extension
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2020
Approved
28 Meadowsweet Way, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4QF
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2019
Approved
3 Melbourne Close, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4LB
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2018
Approved
3 Melbourne Close, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4LB
Double extension to side, first floor extension over current porch to front
Central Bedfordshire
Planning Authority Score
6.3/10
Average
#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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