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CB/26/01955/FULL - Full Application
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Inside the Dunstable built-up area.
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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
- LU6 3AJ
- Received
- 19 Jun 2026
- Validated
- 19 Jun 2026
- Parish
- Dunstable
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 14 Aug 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons For Granting The application site is a detached bungalow located along First Avenue in Dunstable. The surrounding are is characterised by two storey properties with a variety of forward projections at both the single storey and two storey levels. The proposal consists of a single storey front extension measuring a width of 4.3m, a depth of 3.9m and a pitched roof measuring an eaves height of 3m and a ridge height of 5m. The proposed extension would be a highly visible addition to the main dwellinghouse, and would match an existing front projection on the main dwellinghouse. These matching roof pitches would create a sympathetic design which, alongside the modest size of the proposal, would not be considered to lead to any harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling. Additionally, the streetscene of First Avenue is characterised by a mixture of development styles, and therefore the addition of a further front extension to the host dwelling would not be at odds with the existing grain and pattern of development within the streetscene. The proposed extension would be obscured from the adjacent neighbour to the east (5 First Avenue) by an existing forward projection on the application site. As such, the proposed extension would not lead to any detrimental impacts to the amenities of this neighbour. However, the proposed extension would be visible to the adjacent property to the west (9 First Avenue). It is noted that this neighbouring property benefits from a ground floor window along the side elevation facing towards the application site. Although this proposed extension would lead to an increased impact onto this side window, it is noted that this proposed extension would remain separated by some 3m. Additionally, the proposal would not include any side windows facing this neighbour, and therefore the proposal would not lead to any mutual overlooking impacts between the two neighbour. Therefore, despite the proximity of the extension to this adjacent neighbour and window, the separation distance and single storey nature of the proposal would negate any significantly detrimental impacts on the amenities of this adjacent neighbour. All other properties are considered to be sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impacts. The proposal would include the addition of a bedroom on the application site, bringing the number of bedrooms on the sit to two. Under the Parking Standards for New Developments SPD (2023), a two bedroomed dwelling would require two parking spaces to be provided on the site.The application site contains a driveway and area of hardstanding which would be able to provide adequate parking provision for two parking spaces. Therefore, this proposal would remain in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. An Archaeology Officer was consulted on this application, who noted that the site lies close to the core to the historic centre of Dunstable, and therefore, the application site has the potential to contain heritage assets or archaeological remains. However, due to the scale of the proposal, it is not considered that this proposal would have any impacts on any surviving archaeological remains, and no objection has been raised to the proposal. Dunstable Town Council were consulted on this application, and raised no objection. This application was also subject to a public and neighbouring consultation, and no representations were received. Given the siting, design and scale of the proposal it is not considered that this application would lead to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance on the surrounding area. Additionally, the proposal would not lead to detrimental harm to the residential amenities of adjacent neighbouring properties. Therefore, the proposal would remain in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and Section 12 of the NPPF.Reasons For Granting The application site is a detached bungalow located along First Avenue in Dunstable. The surrounding are is characterised by two storey properties with a variety of forward projections at both the single storey and two storey levels. The proposal consists of a single storey front extension measuring a width of 4.3m, a depth of 3.9m and a pitched roof measuring an eaves height of 3m and a ridge height of 5m. The proposed extension would be a highly visible addition to the main dwellinghouse, and would match an existing front projection on the main dwellinghouse. These matching roof pitches would create a sympathetic design which, alongside the modest size of the proposal, would not be considered to lead to any harm to the character and appearance of the host dwelling. Additionally, the streetscene of First Avenue is characterised by a mixture of development styles, and therefore the addition of a further front extension to the host dwelling would not be at odds with the existing grain and pattern of development within the streetscene. The proposed extension would be obscured from the adjacent neighbour to the east (5 First Avenue) by an existing forward projection on the application site. As such, the proposed extension would not lead to any detrimental impacts to the amenities of this neighbour. However, the proposed extension would be visible to the adjacent property to the west (9 First Avenue). It is noted that this neighbouring property benefits from a ground floor window along the side elevation facing towards the application site. Although this proposed extension would lead to an increased impact onto this side window, it is noted that this proposed extension would remain separated by some 3m. Additionally, the proposal would not include any side windows facing this neighbour, and therefore the proposal would not lead to any mutual overlooking impacts between the two neighbour. Therefore, despite the proximity of the extension to this adjacent neighbour and window, the separation distance and single storey nature of the proposal would negate any significantly detrimental impacts on the amenities of this adjacent neighbour. All other properties are considered to be sufficiently separated from the application site for there to be any material impacts. The proposal would include the addition of a bedroom on the application site, bringing the number of bedrooms on the sit to two. Under the Parking Standards for New Developments SPD (2023), a two bedroomed dwelling would require two parking spaces to be provided on the site.The application site contains a driveway and area of hardstanding which would be able to provide adequate parking provision for two parking spaces. Therefore, this proposal would remain in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. An Archaeology Officer was consulted on this application, who noted that the site lies close to the core to the historic centre of Dunstable, and therefore, the application site has the potential to contain heritage assets or archaeological remains. However, due to the scale of the proposal, it is not considered that this proposal would have any impacts on any surviving archaeological remains, and no objection has been raised to the proposal. Dunstable Town Council were consulted on this application, and raised no objection. This application was also subject to a public and neighbouring consultation, and no representations were received. Given the siting, design and scale of the proposal it is not considered that this application would lead to any detrimental impacts on the character and appearance on the surrounding area. Additionally, the proposal would not lead to detrimental harm to the residential amenities of adjacent neighbouring properties. Therefore, the proposal would remain in conformity with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide and Section 12 of the 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 )Please note that the unnumbered drawings submitted in connection with this application have been given unique numbers by the Local Planning Authority. The numbers can be sourced by examining the plans on the View a Planning Application pages of the Councils website www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk.Please note that the unnumbered drawings submitted in connection with this application have been given unique numbers by the Local Planning Authority. The numbers can be sourced by examining the plans on the View a Planning Application pages of the Councils website www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk. 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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- Consultation
- 19 Jun 2026
- Comments by
- 25 Aug 2026
- Site or press notice
- 4 Aug 2026
Historical activity at this location
25 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
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Nearby activity
2025
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12 Ennerdale Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AR
Demolition of existing conservatory with rendering of external elevations, alterations to…
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Erection of a single storey side and rear extension, two storey side extension and roof a…
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2 Ennerdale Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AR
Render to external walls
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28 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Construction of hip to gable loft conversion wit…
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34 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
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23 Ennerdale Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AR
Lawful Development Certifcate Proposed: Single storey rear extension
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Approved
2 Ennerdale Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AR
First floor side extension, new pitched roof over the garage to the front elevation, inte…
2022
Approved
35 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
Ground floor side extension, part one and part two storey rear extension, front bay rebui…
2022
Approved
35 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
Ground floor side extension, part one and part two storey rear extension, front bay windo…
2022
Approved
35 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Construction of outbuilding in rear garden
2021
Approved
25 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
Two storey rear extension
2021
Approved
32 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Single storey rear extension
2021
Refused
32 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: Single storey rear extension
2020
Approved
64 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
First floor side extension
2019
Approved
27 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
Part two storey, part single storey side and rear extensions, rendered walls externally…
2019
Approved
40 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Retrospective Permission: Rooflight in vaulted ceiling on side elevation of roof.
2019
Approved
32 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Loft conversion with new gable end and rear dormer
2018
Approved
19 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
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Approved
48 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
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2018
Approved
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Refused
62 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Two storey front and first floor side extension
2017
Approved
4 Ennerdale Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AR
Erection of single storey rear extension
2017
Approved
28 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AL
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: Demolition of existing conservatory and erec…
2016
Approved
15 First Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AJ
Two storey side & rear extension with loft conversion side and rear dormers.
2016
Approved
30 Ennerdale Avenue, Dunstable, LU6 3AR
Single storey rear 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
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