36 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/01825/FULL - Full Application
Approved
Proposal
Garage conversion, increase roof height and single storey rear extension to facilitate a granny annex. External alterations including canopy, new window and door openings, and external render Data via plota.co.uk
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16 Sept 2026
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2 Oct 2026
Approved on 2 Oct 2026 · Last checked 13 Oct 2026
Site constraints 4
Habitat network: Network Enhancement Zone 2
Where habitat is joined up enough to work as a network. Context, not a constraint on its own.
Also on the record
Local nature reserve about 457 m away: Henlow Common and Langford Meadows; Inside the Langford (Central Bedfordshire) 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 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 2
Last sold for £390,000 in June 2026. Semi-detached house, freehold.
2 June 2026£390,000
24 September 2001£124,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area91 m² (980 sq ft)
Energy ratingC (72 out of 100), could reach B
PropertySemi-detached house, 6 habitable rooms
Built1976 to 1982
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsCavity wall, filled cavity
From the energy performance certificate lodged in February 2025, 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
- SG18 9PU
- Received
- 16 Sept 2026
- Validated
- 16 Sept 2026
- Parish
- Langford
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 11 Nov 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The application site is located on the northern side of Manor Close, within the settlement envelope of Langford. The site comprises a semi-detached dwellinghouse that has been previously extended. A detached garage, located adjacent to the dwelling, is proposed to be converted into a one-bedroom annexe comprising a bedroom, bathroom, and an open-plan kitchenette, dining and living area to provide accommodation for an elderly family member. The garden and parking will be shared, as would services used by the current property, a condition can be attached to ensure the annex remains ancillary. The dwelling is constructed of facing brickwork with a tiled roof and white uPVC windows and is situated within an established residential area. Neighbouring properties along Manor Close are of a similar age, scale and character. The proposed conversion of the detached garage to an annexe would involve raising the roof by approximately 0.5m to create a flat roof. Owing to the existing mono-pitched roof form, the increase in height would be slightly greater on the rear elevation. The proposal also includes a single-storey rear extension projecting approximately 2m, together with the insertion of a front canopy, new window and door openings and the application of external render. The garage is set back from the front elevation of the dwelling, behind existing gates. Whilst visible in the streetscene, the proposed alterations are relatively modest in scale and appearance. Given the recessed siting of the building and the limited extent of the changes proposed, the development would not result in unacceptable harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling or the surrounding area. A materials condition can be attached. The existing single-storey garage is located on the western boundary of the site, adjacent to the access drive serving No 33 Manor Close and partly its front garden. No. 33 is set back from Manor Close such that its frontage faces towards the side boundary of the application site. Notwithstanding this relationship, the separation distances and single-storey scale of the proposed development are such that no unacceptable loss of light, outlook or overbearing impact would arise. A condition can be attached to ensure the annex would remain blank sided to safeguard neighbour privacy. The proposed single-storey rear extension would be positioned approximately 0.5m from the northern boundary, beyond which lies the end of the garden serving No. 10 Windsor Way. Given its modest scale and existing boundary treatment the extension would be adequately screened and would not result in an unacceptable impact on neighbouring amenity. The proposed extension would also be sufficiently separated from the rear gardens of No. 6 The Avenue and No. 33 Manor Close to ensure that no material loss of light or overbearing impact would occur. The proposed ground-floor windows within the eastern elevation would face into the applicant's own rear garden and are considered acceptable within this residential context. No other neighbouring properties would be adversely affected by the proposal. Planning history indicates that the property has four bedrooms, which is currently served by the single garage and hardstanding to the front. An additional bedroom in the annex would result in five bedrooms and a requirement for four on site parking spaces. Two tight spaces exist to the front of the garage. The plan submitted proposes two spaces to the front of the property to be accessed by a dropped kerb. The highway officer has confirmed that only one parking space can be accommodated using the current SPD guidance which can be conditioned. The existing garage has a modest facie overhang adjacent to the boundary with No. 33 Manor Close. The proposed roof alterations and rendering works would result in a similarly limited overhang that would not be materially greater than the existing situation. Subject to the appropriate notice having been served, the application can be determined. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Langford Town Council were consulted and have not commented on the application. In light of the foregoing appraisal, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1 and T3 of the Adopted Central Bedford shire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Chapter 14 of the NPPF (2026).Reasons for Granting The application site is located on the northern side of Manor Close, within the settlement envelope of Langford. The site comprises a semi-detached dwellinghouse that has been previously extended. A detached garage, located adjacent to the dwelling, is proposed to be converted into a one-bedroom annexe comprising a bedroom, bathroom, and an open-plan kitchenette, dining and living area to provide accommodation for an elderly family member. The garden and parking will be shared, as would services used by the current property, a condition can be attached to ensure the annex remains ancillary. The dwelling is constructed of facing brickwork with a tiled roof and white uPVC windows and is situated within an established residential area. Neighbouring properties along Manor Close are of a similar age, scale and character. The proposed conversion of the detached garage to an annexe would involve raising the roof by approximately 0.5m to create a flat roof. Owing to the existing mono-pitched roof form, the increase in height would be slightly greater on the rear elevation. The proposal also includes a single-storey rear extension projecting approximately 2m, together with the insertion of a front canopy, new window and door openings and the application of external render. The garage is set back from the front elevation of the dwelling, behind existing gates. Whilst visible in the streetscene, the proposed alterations are relatively modest in scale and appearance. Given the recessed siting of the building and the limited extent of the changes proposed, the development would not result in unacceptable harm to the character or appearance of the dwelling or the surrounding area. A materials condition can be attached. The existing single-storey garage is located on the western boundary of the site, adjacent to the access drive serving No 33 Manor Close and partly its front garden. No. 33 is set back from Manor Close such that its frontage faces towards the side boundary of the application site. Notwithstanding this relationship, the separation distances and single-storey scale of the proposed development are such that no unacceptable loss of light, outlook or overbearing impact would arise. A condition can be attached to ensure the annex would remain blank sided to safeguard neighbour privacy. The proposed single-storey rear extension would be positioned approximately 0.5m from the northern boundary, beyond which lies the end of the garden serving No. 10 Windsor Way. Given its modest scale and existing boundary treatment the extension would be adequately screened and would not result in an unacceptable impact on neighbouring amenity. The proposed extension would also be sufficiently separated from the rear gardens of No. 6 The Avenue and No. 33 Manor Close to ensure that no material loss of light or overbearing impact would occur. The proposed ground-floor windows within the eastern elevation would face into the applicant's own rear garden and are considered acceptable within this residential context. No other neighbouring properties would be adversely affected by the proposal. Planning history indicates that the property has four bedrooms, which is currently served by the single garage and hardstanding to the front. An additional bedroom in the annex would result in five bedrooms and a requirement for four on site parking spaces. Two tight spaces exist to the front of the garage. The plan submitted proposes two spaces to the front of the property to be accessed by a dropped kerb. The highway officer has confirmed that only one parking space can be accommodated using the current SPD guidance which can be conditioned. The existing garage has a modest facie overhang adjacent to the boundary with No. 33 Manor Close. The proposed roof alterations and rendering works would result in a similarly limited overhang that would not be materially greater than the existing situation. Subject to the appropriate notice having been served, the application can be determined. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Langford Town Council were consulted and have not commented on the application. In light of the foregoing appraisal, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1 and T3 of the Adopted Central Bedford shire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Chapter 14 of the 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: 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 6 )Notes to Applicant; The applicant is advised that parking for contractor's vehicles and the storage of materials associated with this development should take place within the site and not extend into within the public highway without authorisation from the highway authority. If necessary the applicant is advised to contact The Street Works Co-ordinator, Central Bedfordshire Highways, by contacting the Highways Helpdesk 0300 300 8301. Under the provisions of the Highways Act 1980 the developer may be liable for any damage caused to the public highway as a result of demolition/construction of the development hereby approved The contractor and / or client are to ensure that any mud or building material debris such as sand, cement or concrete that is left on the public highway, or any mud arising from construction/demolition vehicular movement, shall be removed immediately and in the case of concrete, cement, mud or mortar not allowed to dry on the highway The applicant is advised that no works associated with the construction of the vehicular access should be carried out within the confines of the public highway without prior consent, in writing, of the Central Bedfordshire Council. Upon receipt of this Notice of Planning Approval, the applicant is advised to follow this link on the Council website http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/transport/request/dropped-kerb.aspx or contact Central Bedfordshire Council Tel: 0300 300 8301 quoting the Planning Application number. This will enable the necessary consent and procedures under Section 184 of the Highways Act to be implemented. The applicant is also advised that if any of the works associated with the construction of the vehicular access affects or requires the removal and/or the relocation of any equipment, apparatus or structures (e.g. street name plates, bus stop signs or shelters, statutory authority equipment etc.) then the applicant will be required to bear the cost of such removal or alteration.Notes to Applicant; The applicant is advised that parking for contractor's vehicles and the storage of materials associated with this development should take place within the site and not extend into within the public highway without authorisation from the highway authority. If necessary the applicant is advised to contact The Street Works Co-ordinator, Central Bedfordshire Highways, by contacting the Highways Helpdesk 0300 300 8301. Under the provisions of the Highways Act 1980 the developer may be liable for any damage caused to the public highway as a result of demolition/construction of the development hereby approved The contractor and / or client are to ensure that any mud or building material debris such as sand, cement or concrete that is left on the public highway, or any mud arising from construction/demolition vehicular movement, shall be removed immediately and in the case of concrete, cement, mud or mortar not allowed to dry on the highway The applicant is advised that no works associated with the construction of the vehicular access should be carried out within the confines of the public highway without prior consent, in writing, of the Central Bedfordshire Council. Upon receipt of this Notice of Planning Approval, the applicant is advised to follow this link on the Council website http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/transport/request/dropped-kerb.aspx or contact Central Bedfordshire Council Tel: 0300 300 8301 quoting the Planning Application number. This will enable the necessary consent and procedures under Section 184 of the Highways Act to be implemented. The applicant is also advised that if any of the works associated with the construction of the vehicular access affects or requires the removal and/or the relocation of any equipment, apparatus or structures (e.g. street name plates, bus stop signs or shelters, statutory authority equipment etc.) then the applicant will be required to bear the cost of such removal or alteration.
- Decision date
- 2 Oct 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 16 days from validation, 38 days faster than Central Bedfordshire's median of 54 for extensions. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one16d
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
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Last counted 13 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 16 Sept 2026
- Comments by
- 7 Aug 2026
Historical activity at this location
6 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2022
Approved
2 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU
Single storey front / side extension and single garage (detached from dwelling).
2022
Withdrawn
2 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU
Proposed single storey front, rear and side extension and erection of a single storey gar…
2021
Approved
7 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU
Part single and part two storey side and rear extension and new garden store
2018
Approved
22 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU
Single storey rear extension to be used for sports massage use.
2018
Withdrawn
22 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU
Proposed single storey rear extension after removal of existing conservatory
2018
Approved
9 Manor Close, Langford, Biggleswade, SG18 9PU
Part Two Storey Part Single Storey Side and Rear elevations.
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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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
Sale prices: Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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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