Abbotsbury House, High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/01212/FULL - Full Application
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Inside the Greenfield (Central Bedfordshire) built-up area; the 1970s provisional farmland map 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
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- MK45 5DD
- Received
- 17 Apr 2026
- Validated
- 17 Apr 2026
- Parish
- Flitton/Greenfield
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 12 Jun 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 known as Abbotsbury House, which remains set away from the public highway of the High Street in Greenfield. The proposal consists of the demolition of an existing single storey rear conservatory on the site, and the addition of a single storey rear extension which would measure a width of 11.3m, a depth of 4m and a flat roof measuring a height of 3m. The proposed extension would extend across the width of the main dwellinghouse, and would contain a roof lantern facing raising the ridge height to 3.7m. The proposed extension would be located to the rear of the application site, and as such would not be a visible feature to the streetscene of the High Street. As such, due to the single storey nature of the site, as well as the existing rear extension currently in place, albeit of a smaller width, the proposal is not considered to lead to any detrimental impacts to the character and appearance of the surrounding area. The proposed extension would be separated by some 4m from the built form of the detached adjacent neighbour (The Stables). It is noted that an existing rear extension in place on the site, and it is noted that the proposed extension would be located in a similar positioning to this extension, but of a slightly larger depth. Therefore due to the existing relationship between the application site and the neighbour, as well as a modestly sized fenceline to act as boundary treatment, it is not considered that this application would lead to any additional detrimental harm to the residential amenities of this property. The proposal would extend built form towards the other detached adjacent neighbour (Poplar Tree Farm). Due to substantial green material between the properties acting as boundary treatment to obscure the proposal, as well as a separation distance of 10.8m to the closest built form of this neighbour, it is not considered that this proposal would lead to any loss of light or privacy to this property. All other properties would remain sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impact. The proposal would not lead to the creation of any further bedrooms, and would not impact the existing parking provision to the front of the application site. As such, it is considered that adequate parking provision has been retained, and the proposal would remain in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. A Tree and Landscape Officer was consulted on this application, who noted that the application would be built in proximity to existing planting on the application site, but the proposal would be built over an area of hardstanding, and therefore no objection has been received. Additionally, and Archaeology Officer has also been consulted, due to the location of the proposal within the historic core of Greenfield, however no objection was raised due to the scale of the proposal not leading to any significant impact on archaeological remains. Westoning, Flitton and Greenfield Parish Council have been consulted on this application and no comments have been received. Additionally, this application was also subject to a public and neighbour consultation and no representations were received. Given the siting, design and scale of the proposal it is considered that this application would not lead to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the surrounding area. Additionally, the proposal would also not lead to any detrimental impacts to the residential amenities of neighbouring properties. As such, the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and the Flitton, Greenfield and Pulloxhill Neighbourhood Plan (2019-2035)Reasons For Granting The application site is a two storey detached dwelling known as Abbotsbury House, which remains set away from the public highway of the High Street in Greenfield. The proposal consists of the demolition of an existing single storey rear conservatory on the site, and the addition of a single storey rear extension which would measure a width of 11.3m, a depth of 4m and a flat roof measuring a height of 3m. The proposed extension would extend across the width of the main dwellinghouse, and would contain a roof lantern facing raising the ridge height to 3.7m. The proposed extension would be located to the rear of the application site, and as such would not be a visible feature to the streetscene of the High Street. As such, due to the single storey nature of the site, as well as the existing rear extension currently in place, albeit of a smaller width, the proposal is not considered to lead to any detrimental impacts to the character and appearance of the surrounding area. The proposed extension would be separated by some 4m from the built form of the detached adjacent neighbour (The Stables). It is noted that an existing rear extension in place on the site, and it is noted that the proposed extension would be located in a similar positioning to this extension, but of a slightly larger depth. Therefore due to the existing relationship between the application site and the neighbour, as well as a modestly sized fenceline to act as boundary treatment, it is not considered that this application would lead to any additional detrimental harm to the residential amenities of this property. The proposal would extend built form towards the other detached adjacent neighbour (Poplar Tree Farm). Due to substantial green material between the properties acting as boundary treatment to obscure the proposal, as well as a separation distance of 10.8m to the closest built form of this neighbour, it is not considered that this proposal would lead to any loss of light or privacy to this property. All other properties would remain sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impact. The proposal would not lead to the creation of any further bedrooms, and would not impact the existing parking provision to the front of the application site. As such, it is considered that adequate parking provision has been retained, and the proposal would remain in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. A Tree and Landscape Officer was consulted on this application, who noted that the application would be built in proximity to existing planting on the application site, but the proposal would be built over an area of hardstanding, and therefore no objection has been received. Additionally, and Archaeology Officer has also been consulted, due to the location of the proposal within the historic core of Greenfield, however no objection was raised due to the scale of the proposal not leading to any significant impact on archaeological remains. Westoning, Flitton and Greenfield Parish Council have been consulted on this application and no comments have been received. Additionally, this application was also subject to a public and neighbour consultation and no representations were received. Given the siting, design and scale of the proposal it is considered that this application would not lead to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance of the surrounding area. Additionally, the proposal would also not lead to any detrimental impacts to the residential amenities of neighbouring properties. As such, the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and the Flitton, Greenfield and Pulloxhill Neighbourhood Plan (2019-2035) 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
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Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 17 Apr 2026
- Comments by
- 28 May 2026
- Site or press notice
- 7 May 2026
Historical activity at this location
25 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2025
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Rethatch of roof ( retrospective )
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63 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Listed Building: Rethatch of roof (retrospective)
2025
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65 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Re-thatching of roof. Repainting two window frames to front elevation and three windows f…
2025
Approved
65 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
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2025
Refused
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Permission in Principle: Erection of up to 5 dwellings
2025
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40 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
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2025
Approved
69 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Erection of a car port extension to garage.
2024
Approved
52A High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Demolition of existing side/rear extension and erection of a single storey rear extension.
2022
Approved
The Old Bell, 56 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Rear single storey extension
2020
Approved
67 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Resubmission of planning application CB/20/03974/FULL Erection of detached dwelling, gara…
2020
Approved
2 The Paddocks, High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Single storey rear extension
2020
Withdrawn
67 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Erection of a detached dwelling & garage block
2020
Approved
2 Greys Mews, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5FE
Single storey rear/side extension
2020
Approved
6 Eaton Mews, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5FB
Single storey front extension
2019
Approved
5 Eaton Mews, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5FB
Demolition of conservatory & erection of single storey rear extension with first floor si…
2019
Approved
The Compasses, 44 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Single storey rear extension to provide level acess, entrance area and dining area. First…
2019
Approved
The Compasses, 44 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Installation of replacement illuminated and non illuminaed signs to the exterior of the b…
2018
Approved
3 Bramley Gardens, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5FG
Erection of single storey rear extension, front porch and creation of additional car park…
2018
Approved
Willow Barn, 39 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Single storey side extension and single storey glazed link to a new carport/annexe.
2017
Approved
The Compasses, 44 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Community Right to Bid - The Compasses (Public House)
2017
Approved
67 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Erection of detached dwelling and garage block
2017
Refused
Land r/o 24 - 38 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Conversion of stables and barn to a single residential dwelling
2016
Approved
67 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Listed Building: Replacement wooden framed, leaded light windows with internal secondary…
2016
Approved
48 High Street, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DD
Part single part two storey rear extensions, alterations to roof pitch and alteration to…
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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