3 The Paddock, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0RW Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/02198/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Single storey rear extension with rooflights Data via plota.co.uk
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13 Jul 2026
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30 Jul 2026
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Approved · Last checked 6 Oct 2026
Site constraints 4
Also on the record
1 listed building within 150 m of the postcode pin; National infrastructure project about 165 m away: East West Rail - Bedford to Cambridge and Western improvements, at pre-application; Inside the Lidlington built-up area; Natural England's Provisional ALC map (1:250,000, 1970s) 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
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.
Sales history 1
Last sold for £75,000 in November 1999. Terraced house, freehold.
19 November 1999£75,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- MK43 0RW
- Received
- 13 Jul 2026
- Validated
- 30 Jul 2026
- Parish
- Lidlington
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 24 Sept 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 terrace dwelling located on The Paddock in Lidlington. The proposal is for the erection of a single storey rear extension, and would measure 2.5 metres in width and 3.8 metres in depth. It would have an eaves height of 2.3 metres with a pitched roof height of 3 metres. The proposed rear extension would not be readily visible within the streetscene, however the roof would be visible from Lombard Street due to the corner plot location. It would be constructed with materials to match the existing dwellinghouse and is considered to form a modest and subservient addition. Section 11.10 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide requires gardens to have a minimum area of 60 sqm to ensure extensions leave a sufficient usable private garden space. The existing amenity area is approximately 76 sqm and therefore following implementation of the proposal, at approximately 9.5 sqm, the private amenity area of the dwelling would remain acceptable and in compliance with the design guidance. As such, the proposal would not result in a detrimental impact to the character and appearance of the dwelling or the surrounding area. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed rear extension would be sited adjacent to the shared walled boundary with No.4 The Paddock. Due to the height of the existing wall and fencing along the boundary, the proposal's modest eaves height of 2.3 metres, and the roof pitch sloping away from the neighbouring dwelling, combined with the limited proposed depth, the proposed extension would be unlikely to result in a detrimental change and/or impact to this neighbouring dwelling. There would be a roof light in the proposal, which would be over 2 metres above floor level and upwards views, which would not face towards any neighbouring windows. Therefore, on balance it is considered that the proposal would not result in an unacceptable impact on neighbouring dwellings in terms of loss of light, loss of privacy or an overbearing impact. The proposal would not create an additional bedroom, and the existing parking provision would be acceptable on a like-for-like basis. It is therefore considered that the proposal would not negatively impact the public highway. Lidlington Parish Council were consulted on the application and advised that the Councillors have no objection to the proposal, however noted that it could overshadow the neighbouring property and leave a reduced amenity space. These impacts have been fully assessed above, and the development is considered acceptable in this regard. The application was subject to a 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 (2021), Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (2023), Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Policies DP3, P3 and TR6 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF, 2026).Reasons for granting: The application site is a two-storey, end terrace dwelling located on The Paddock in Lidlington. The proposal is for the erection of a single storey rear extension, and would measure 2.5 metres in width and 3.8 metres in depth. It would have an eaves height of 2.3 metres with a pitched roof height of 3 metres. The proposed rear extension would not be readily visible within the streetscene, however the roof would be visible from Lombard Street due to the corner plot location. It would be constructed with materials to match the existing dwellinghouse and is considered to form a modest and subservient addition. Section 11.10 of the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide requires gardens to have a minimum area of 60 sqm to ensure extensions leave a sufficient usable private garden space. The existing amenity area is approximately 76 sqm and therefore following implementation of the proposal, at approximately 9.5 sqm, the private amenity area of the dwelling would remain acceptable and in compliance with the design guidance. As such, the proposal would not result in a detrimental impact to the character and appearance of the dwelling or the surrounding area. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed rear extension would be sited adjacent to the shared walled boundary with No.4 The Paddock. Due to the height of the existing wall and fencing along the boundary, the proposal's modest eaves height of 2.3 metres, and the roof pitch sloping away from the neighbouring dwelling, combined with the limited proposed depth, the proposed extension would be unlikely to result in a detrimental change and/or impact to this neighbouring dwelling. There would be a roof light in the proposal, which would be over 2 metres above floor level and upwards views, which would not face towards any neighbouring windows. Therefore, on balance it is considered that the proposal would not result in an unacceptable impact on neighbouring dwellings in terms of loss of light, loss of privacy or an overbearing impact. The proposal would not create an additional bedroom, and the existing parking provision would be acceptable on a like-for-like basis. It is therefore considered that the proposal would not negatively impact the public highway. Lidlington Parish Council were consulted on the application and advised that the Councillors have no objection to the proposal, however noted that it could overshadow the neighbouring property and leave a reduced amenity space. These impacts have been fully assessed above, and the development is considered acceptable in this regard. The application was subject to a 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 (2021), Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (2023), Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Policies DP3, P3 and TR6 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF, 2026). 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: http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax/bands/find.aspxWill 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: http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax/bands/find.aspx
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Last counted 6 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 30 Jul 2026
- Comments by
- 25 Sept 2026
- Site or press notice
- 4 Sept 2026
Historical activity at this location
3 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2023
Approved
3 St Margarets Close, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0RL
Proposed single storey front extension and loft conversion with rear dormer.
2021
Withdrawn
5 The Paddock, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0RW
Dropped kerb
2017
Approved
4 St Margarets Close, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0RL
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion with the construction of a rear…
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
Sale prices: Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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