Solar and renewables in Central Bedfordshire

Central Bedfordshire received 57 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 14 heat pumps. Of the 28 decided so far, 24 were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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29 Sept 2026 Registered CB/26/02956/FULL

32 Clements End Road, Studham, Dunstable, LU6 2NG

Erection of a single storey rear extension, along with roof mounted solar cells

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24 Sept 2026 This case has not yet been decided CB/26/02793/FULL

Land adjacent to 107, Hinksley Road, Flitwick, MK45 1HH

Construction of a single storey dwelling, with solar panels to the roof, a new access crossover, on site parking and associated landscaping.

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23 Sept 2026 This case has not yet been decided CB/26/02835/FULL

Hill House, Beancroft Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0QF

Loft conversion with rooflights, front dormer and raised roof ridge. Chimney extension and new hipped roof to rear. Garage conversion including replac...

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21 Sept 2026 This case has not yet been decided CB/26/02890/FULL

32 Shortmead Street, Biggleswade, SG18 0AP

Demolition of two agricultural buildings. Erection of one agricultural building, part single and part two storey with solar panels on the eastern roof...

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10 Sept 2026 Registered CB/26/02722/FULL

35 Chestnut Hill, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2TR

Erection of 2 front extensions with open porch and rear extension. Increase roof height to create a first floor with front and rear roof lights. Door ...

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9 Sept 2026 This case has not yet been decided CB/26/02788/FULL

Abbotsbury, Lynch Hill, Kensworth, Dunstable, LU6 3RD

Conversion of loft and a rear flat roof dormer extension with Juliette balcony, solar panels and rooflights to the front, alterations to external mate...

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27 Aug 2026 Registered CB/26/02196/FULL

Land at Cedar Cottage, 1 Middlefield Lane, Henlow, SG16 6PJ

Erection of a new 4 bed dwelling with solar panels

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26 Aug 2026 Registered CB/26/01354/FULL

48 Olma Road, Dunstable, LU5 5AF

Erection of a detached bungalow with solar panels to the roof, following demolition of the garage

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26 Aug 2026 Registered CB/26/02540/FULL

73 Markyate Road, Slip End, Luton, LU1 4BU

Demolition of existing dwelling and 2 outbuildings. Erection of a 4 bedroom replacement dwelling with rear first floor balcony and rear roof solar pan...

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21 Aug 2026 Registered CB/26/02424/FULL

5 Malvern Drive, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2UH

Installation of air source heat pump

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14 Aug 2026 Withdrawn CB/26/02371/FULL

5 Queens Close, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AR

Installation of two external heat pump/air conditioning units to the side of the dwelling and to the rear of the garage. Relocation of an existing ext...

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11 Aug 2026 Registered CB/26/02174/FULL

2C Church Road, Flitwick, Bedford, MK45 1AE

Demolition of shed, erection of timber garden room with air-to-air heat pump and roof solar panels. Installation of raised decking and hot tub, hard s...

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10 Aug 2026 This case has not yet been decided CB/26/02459/FULL

Reddings Wood, Hazelwood Lane, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2HD

Erection of a building with ancillary office space, staff facilities, and associated infrastructure including an internal access road, service yard, d...

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31 Jul 2026 Registered CB/26/02251/REG3

Houghton Conquest Lower School, High Street, Houghton Conquest, Bedford, MK45 3LL

Erection of a single storey detached building with solar panels on the roof, an Air Source Heat Pump, landscaping, a sports pitch, Multi-Use Games Are...

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28 Jul 2026 Approved CB/26/02218/FULL

2 Spring Hill, Gravenhurst, Bedford, MK45 4SY

Erection of a single storey rear extension, with solar panels

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16 Jul 2026 Withdrawn CB/26/01853/FULL

9B High Road, Seddington, Sandy, SG19 1NU

Erection of 2 new purpose-built storage buildings with roof mounted solar PV panels. Providing 8 individual units for flexible storage uses, including...

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13 Jul 2026 Approved CB/26/02072/FULL

2 Brinsmade Road, Ampthill, Bedford, MK45 2PP

Erection of a part two storey, part first floor front extension, ground floor rear extension, pergola and log burner flue. Alteration to windows and d...

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10 Jul 2026 Approved CB/26/02083/FULL

562 Lowther Road, Dunstable, LU6 3LL

Part single, part two storey rear extension, first floor side extension and front porch. Alterations to windows, doors, rooflights and new roof lanter...

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need planning permission for solar panels on a house?
Most rooftop solar PV is permitted development if it doesn't project above the highest part of the roof or more than 200mm from the surface. Conservation areas, listed buildings and World Heritage Sites usually require full planning permission or Listed Building Consent.
Do you need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
In most cases an outdoor heat pump unit smaller than 1.5m³ (raised in 2025 from 0.6m³) and at least 1m from the boundary qualifies as permitted development. Listed buildings and conservation areas may need full permission.
How big can a solar farm be without planning permission?
Ground-mounted commercial solar farms above 50kW effectively always require full planning permission. Smaller rooftop installations on industrial or agricultural buildings can sometimes use prior-approval rights under Part 14 of the GPDO.
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