17 Winchfield, Caddington, Luton, LU1 4NE Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/01433/FULL - Full Application
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Garage conversion to habitable space and provide an additional parking space Data via plota.co.uk
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Inside the Caddington built-up area; the 1970s provisional farmland map had this area as grade 3, but it predates the buildings here and the current map does not class it as farmland.
Not affected
Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No scheduled monument at the site
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- LU1 4NE
- Received
- 23 Jun 2026
- Validated
- 23 Jun 2026
- Parish
- Caddington
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 18 Aug 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The application site is a two-storey detached dwelling, located in Winchfield Close in Caddington. No. 17 is constructed of brickwork with a tiled, pitched roof with an integrated garage, and is surrounded by properties of similar design. The proposal consists of the existing single garage to be converted into a living space by removing the garage door and replacing with a brick infill and a window to the front. An additional parking space to be added to the front drive. The proposal would increase the property living space by converting the garage into a study with a window to the street scene. However, these changes are considered to be minor alterations that would have no material impact on the character and appearance of the area. The proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area and is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the nearest neighbouring property would be No. 16 Winchfield. It is deemed the proposal would have minimal visual impact with the new window to the front as this is deemed to have the same outlook as the existing ground floor fenestration. Therefore, there is no concerns of impact on neighbouring amenity. All other neighbouring properties have sufficient separation. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbouring amenity impact, complying with the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal would have no impact to off road parking due to a single garage is not classed as a parking space. With the additional parking space to be formed on the front drive there would be capacity for three cars and as the proposal would not provide any additional bedrooms, the application is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. Caddington Parish Council were consulted and raised no objection to the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, no representations were made. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with The NPPF (2026), Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.Reasons for Granting The application site is a two-storey detached dwelling, located in Winchfield Close in Caddington. No. 17 is constructed of brickwork with a tiled, pitched roof with an integrated garage, and is surrounded by properties of similar design. The proposal consists of the existing single garage to be converted into a living space by removing the garage door and replacing with a brick infill and a window to the front. An additional parking space to be added to the front drive. The proposal would increase the property living space by converting the garage into a study with a window to the street scene. However, these changes are considered to be minor alterations that would have no material impact on the character and appearance of the area. The proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area and is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the nearest neighbouring property would be No. 16 Winchfield. It is deemed the proposal would have minimal visual impact with the new window to the front as this is deemed to have the same outlook as the existing ground floor fenestration. Therefore, there is no concerns of impact on neighbouring amenity. All other neighbouring properties have sufficient separation. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbouring amenity impact, complying with the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal would have no impact to off road parking due to a single garage is not classed as a parking space. With the additional parking space to be formed on the front drive there would be capacity for three cars and as the proposal would not provide any additional bedrooms, the application is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. Caddington Parish Council were consulted and raised no objection to the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, no representations were made. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with The NPPF (2026), Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. 2 )The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC.The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC. 3 )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. 4 )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). 5 )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. 6 )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
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Last counted 11 Sept 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 23 Jun 2026
- Comments by
- 24 Jul 2026
- Site or press notice
- 3 Jul 2026
Historical activity at this location
6 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2024
Refused
1 Winchfield, Caddington, Luton, LU1 4NE
Garage conversion to home office with roof height increase.
2023
Withdrawn
1 Winchfield, Caddington, Luton, LU1 4NE
Garage conversion to home office with new dormers to pitched roof
2020
Refused
land opposite No 1 Winchfield, Caddington, Luton LU1 4NE
Two new detached dwellings with attached garages and the creation of a single replacement…
2019
Refused
Land Opposite 1 Winchfield Caddington Luton LU1 4NE
Two new detached dwellings with attached garages
2018
Approved
9 Folly Lane, Caddington, Luton, LU1 4AQ
Two storey rear extension incorporating additional (master) bedroom. Single storey rear e…
2017
Approved
3 Folly Lane, Caddington, Luton, LU1 4AQ
Loft conversion with rear dormer
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
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