57 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL Data via plota.co.uk
CB/25/03669/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
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Received
18 Nov 2025
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Validated
15 Dec 2025
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Approved
30 Jan 2026
Approved on 30 Jan 2026 · Last checked 18 Oct 2026
Site constraints 2
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Inside the Henlow built-up area; Natural England's Provisional ALC map (1:250,000, 1970s) had this area as grade 2, 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
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.
Building
Floor area68 m² (732 sq ft)
Energy ratingD (62 out of 100), could reach B
PropertyEnd-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 July 2014, 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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- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- SG16 6BL
- Received
- 18 Nov 2025
- Validated
- 15 Dec 2025
- Parish
- Henlow
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 9 Feb 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, end of terrace dwelling located on Clifton Road, Henlow and is constructed of mainly buff brickwork with a gable tile roof. The proposal consists of the erection of a single storey side extension. This would measure approximately 1 metre in width, with depth of 3 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.75 metres with a maximum flat roof height of 2.95 metres. The footprint of the property would increase by 3 square metres. Clifton Road is characterised by dwellings of similar age and design, examples of rear and side extensions across the street are noted. On the basis of its design and scale, the proposal would form a proportionate addition to the existing dwellinghouse, furthermore, the majority of the proposal would be positioned between two existing side extensions and would have limited impact on the street scene. As such it would not be deemed to have any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwelling is deemed to be No.55 Clifton Road. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed side extension would be set some 3.5 metres from this neighbouring property, with a rear access providing separation between the dwellings. The proposal includes the raising of an existing window to the east elevation by approximately 0.5 metres. Having regard to the separation distance and the presence of the rear access, no detrimental impact on occupants of this neighbouring dwelling would be deemed to arise. All other neighbouring dwellings are considered sufficiently separated for there to be any neighbouring impact due to the sitting and scale of the proposal. The proposal would not adversely affect the existing parking or access arrangements at the application site and would therefore be acceptable on a like-for-like basis. Henlow Parish Council were consulted on this application and did not provide any comments. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with 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 Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).Reasons for Granting: The application site is a two-storey, end of terrace dwelling located on Clifton Road, Henlow and is constructed of mainly buff brickwork with a gable tile roof. The proposal consists of the erection of a single storey side extension. This would measure approximately 1 metre in width, with depth of 3 metres, a height to the eaves of 2.75 metres with a maximum flat roof height of 2.95 metres. The footprint of the property would increase by 3 square metres. Clifton Road is characterised by dwellings of similar age and design, examples of rear and side extensions across the street are noted. On the basis of its design and scale, the proposal would form a proportionate addition to the existing dwellinghouse, furthermore, the majority of the proposal would be positioned between two existing side extensions and would have limited impact on the street scene. As such it would not be deemed to have any detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area. Regarding the siting of the proposal, the most potentially impacted neighbouring dwelling is deemed to be No.55 Clifton Road. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed side extension would be set some 3.5 metres from this neighbouring property, with a rear access providing separation between the dwellings. The proposal includes the raising of an existing window to the east elevation by approximately 0.5 metres. Having regard to the separation distance and the presence of the rear access, no detrimental impact on occupants of this neighbouring dwelling would be deemed to arise. All other neighbouring dwellings are considered sufficiently separated for there to be any neighbouring impact due to the sitting and scale of the proposal. The proposal would not adversely affect the existing parking or access arrangements at the application site and would therefore be acceptable on a like-for-like basis. Henlow Parish Council were consulted on this application and did not provide any comments. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with 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 Section 12 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
- 30 Jan 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 46 days from validation, 8 days faster than Central Bedfordshire's median of 54 for extensions. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one46d
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
- 15 Dec 2025
- Comments by
- 28 Jan 2026
Historical activity at this location
21 previous applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
This property
Previous applications at this address
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2025
Approved
19 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Creation of a natural pond 12m x 6m
2025
Approved
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Erection of a two storey side extension, single storey front extension, part single and t…
2023
Approved
48 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Discharge of Conditions 2,3,4 against planning permission CB/21/04916/full (demolition of…
2021
Approved
48 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Demolition of existing structures and erection of two semi detached dwellings.
2021
Approved
19 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Garage conversion
2020
Approved
61 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Loft conversion with two Juliet balconies to the rear & front porch extension
2020
Withdrawn
43 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Part single & part two storey rear and side extensions, rebuild of garage and associated…
2019
Approved
48 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Brownfield site to be converted to a residential dwelling
2018
Refused
Land to rear of 25-33 Clifton Road and 1-2 Ransom Court, Henlow
Outline Planning Application - Outline application for one dwelling.
2019
Approved
71 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Variation of Condition 3 on planning application CB/18/02818/FULL dated 25.09.18. Vary to…
2018
Approved
2 Ransom Court, Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Single Storey Rear Extension.
2018
Approved
1 Ransom Court, Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Single Storey Rear Extension.
2018
Approved
25 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Single storey rear extension and loft conversion with rear dormer.
2018
Approved
71 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Proposed loft conversion, including 2 no. dormer windows, and roof enlargement. Replaceme…
2018
Approved
51 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Replacement of plant room with garden room extension
2018
Withdrawn
51 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: single storey rear extension 5.7m beyond the…
2017
Approved
69 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed demolition of existing single storey ground floor…
2016
Approved
71 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Proposed loft conversion and roof enlargement
2016
Approved
52 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Minor amendment to residential development of 8no dwellings with car ports and associated…
2016
Approved
71 Clifton Road, Henlow, SG16 6BL
Proposed loft conversion and re-roofing
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%).
Faster than most councils
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
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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