122 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LX Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/01382/FULL - Full Application
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Single storey rear extension and garage conversion Data via plota.co.uk
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19 Aug 2026
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13 Oct 2026
Approved on 13 Oct 2026 · Last checked 14 Oct 2026
Site constraints 2
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National infrastructure project about 1138 m away: Woodside Link Houghton Regis Bedfordshire; Inside the Houghton Regis 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. The pin for this application is the centre of its postcode rather than the building, so distances to nearby designations are measured from the postcode and can be out by the width of the postcode area. Historic England, the Environment Agency, Natural England, the Planning Inspectorate 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 area74 m² (797 sq ft)
Energy ratingD (64 out of 100), could reach B
PropertySemi-detached bungalow, 4 habitable rooms
Built1950 to 1966
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsCavity wall, filled cavity
From the energy performance certificate lodged in July 2015, 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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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- LU5 5LX
- Received
- 19 Aug 2026
- Validated
- 19 Aug 2026
- Parish
- Houghton Regis
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 14 Oct 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reason for granting The host dwelling is a semi-detached, brick built, L-shaped bungalow with a tiled pitched roof located on a junction within the Leafields estate in Houghton Regis. No 122. has a front entrance located on the through street of the junction with a gated drive and single garage located on the stem road of the junction, No. 122 is surrounded by properties of varying design. The proposal is for a single storey infill extension to the rear of the property to replace an existing conservatory, the infill would be 4.49m wide by 3.47m deep with a height of 2.42m to the eaves and an overal height of 3.40m. In addition to the infill extension, the single garage is to be converted into a living space. The proposed infill extension to the rear would not be readily seen from the street scene on Leafields Road. However, the proposed garage conversion would be seen from the Leafields stem road as the single garage door would be replaced with a window. Both the infill extension and brickwork for the garage conversion would have matching brickwork to keep in character with the existing property and therefore it is not deemed detrimental to the character and appearance on the surrounding area and as such is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, and Chapter 14 (DP3) of the NPPF. In terms of neighbouring amenity, given the design of the proposal it would be sited within the L-shaped bungalow and close to the boundary of neighbouring property No. 2 Leafields, considering that the proposal would replace the existing conservatory it is deemed there would not be any loss of light, overbearing impact or loss of privacy to this neighbour. Similarly, with neighbouring property No. 120 Leafields, the proposal would have a similar outlook and fenestration to the existing conservatory and therefore there would not be any significant loss of light, overbearing impact or loss of privacy to this neighbour either. The garage conversion would have a new window visible to the street scene, however, this would have the same outlook as the three existing windows to this facade. Therefore, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with section 14 (DP3) of the NPPF, policy HQ1 of the central Bedfordshire Local Plan Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal does not lead to another bedroom, leaving the property with two bedrooms, the garage conversion would not count as a parking space, sufficient space is maintained on the driveway to facilitate two parking spaces which meets the requirements for a two bedroom property. Therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site, and the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. Houghton Regis Town Council were consulted and raised no objection to the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, though no objections were raised. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Chapter 13 (DP3) of the NPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.Reason for granting The host dwelling is a semi-detached, brick built, L-shaped bungalow with a tiled pitched roof located on a junction within the Leafields estate in Houghton Regis. No 122. has a front entrance located on the through street of the junction with a gated drive and single garage located on the stem road of the junction, No. 122 is surrounded by properties of varying design. The proposal is for a single storey infill extension to the rear of the property to replace an existing conservatory, the infill would be 4.49m wide by 3.47m deep with a height of 2.42m to the eaves and an overal height of 3.40m. In addition to the infill extension, the single garage is to be converted into a living space. The proposed infill extension to the rear would not be readily seen from the street scene on Leafields Road. However, the proposed garage conversion would be seen from the Leafields stem road as the single garage door would be replaced with a window. Both the infill extension and brickwork for the garage conversion would have matching brickwork to keep in character with the existing property and therefore it is not deemed detrimental to the character and appearance on the surrounding area and as such is in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Section 11 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, and Chapter 14 (DP3) of the NPPF. In terms of neighbouring amenity, given the design of the proposal it would be sited within the L-shaped bungalow and close to the boundary of neighbouring property No. 2 Leafields, considering that the proposal would replace the existing conservatory it is deemed there would not be any loss of light, overbearing impact or loss of privacy to this neighbour. Similarly, with neighbouring property No. 120 Leafields, the proposal would have a similar outlook and fenestration to the existing conservatory and therefore there would not be any significant loss of light, overbearing impact or loss of privacy to this neighbour either. The garage conversion would have a new window visible to the street scene, however, this would have the same outlook as the three existing windows to this facade. Therefore, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with section 14 (DP3) of the NPPF, policy HQ1 of the central Bedfordshire Local Plan Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal does not lead to another bedroom, leaving the property with two bedrooms, the garage conversion would not count as a parking space, sufficient space is maintained on the driveway to facilitate two parking spaces which meets the requirements for a two bedroom property. Therefore, adequate parking provision has been retained on site, and the proposal is considered to be in conformity with Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. Houghton Regis Town Council were consulted and raised no objection to the proposal. The application was subject to public consultation, though no objections were raised. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Chapter 13 (DP3) of the NPF, 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
- Decision date
- 13 Oct 2026
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Decided in 55 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one55d
Council54d
UK55d
77%decided within 8 weeks
90%approved
100%go to committee
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Public comments
1comment received
1 supporting
Last counted 14 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 19 Aug 2026
Historical activity at this location
15 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
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44 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LX
Subdivision of the dwelling house into two self-contained units, single storey rear exten…
2025
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44 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LX
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Proposed single storey rear extension, single st…
2024
Approved
25 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LT
Two front dormers
2024
Approved
17-25 The Quadrant, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5EJ
Prior Approval for the construction of 1 additional storey on existing block of detached…
2024
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19 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LT
Single storey rear extension changes to fenestrations
2022
Approved
104 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LX
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Conversion of loft into habitable space, with re…
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100 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LX
Erection of a single storey side and rear extension
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4 Hayley Court, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LZ
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2020
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4 Hayley Court, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LZ
Lawful Development Certifcate Proposed: Single storey rear extension (external material t…
2018
Approved
21 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LT
Block pave the driveway, erection of front boundary wall, extension to garage and change…
2017
Approved
80 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LX
Ground floor side and rear extension
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Approved
Land rear of The Quadrant, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5EJ
Demolition of garage block and replace with 1 No. 2 bedroom dwelling
2016
Approved
25 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LT
Ground Floor Front Extension
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Approved
25 Leafields, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, LU5 5LT
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed - Rear dormer
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
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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