Single-storey front extension at 1 Oakfields Close, Stevenage
Summary of planning committee decision
Decided by Stevenage Planning and Development Committee on 12 Feb 2026.
What was proposed
The application proposed replacing the existing porch with a single-storey front extension about 2.8 metres wide and 1.9 metres deep.
“Proposal : Erection of single storey front extension Drawing Nos.: Site Location Plan; 25/36/01;”
“THE CURRENT APPLICATION 3.1 This application seeks planning permission for the erection of single storey front extension. The extension is proposed to measure approximately 2.8 metres wide, and 1.9 metres deep. The height to the eaves is proposed to be approximately 2.2 metres, with a maximum height of 3.4 metres. It will replace the existing porch structure.”
Officer report
The site and its history
The site is an end-of-terrace dwelling, and earlier permissions allowed a rear extension and changes to its doors.
“DC88 1. SITE DESCRIPTION 1.1 The application site comprises an end-of-terrace dwelling located on the northern side of Oakfields Close. It is situated close to the junction with Longfields to the north.”
“Planning application 12/00185/FP sought planning permission for a “single storey rear extension”. This had been granted in June 2012.”
Officer report
What officers recommended
Officers recommended approval, finding the extension acceptable in design, neighbour impact and parking terms.
“When comparing the relationship between the existing dwelling with the proposed porch with regards to neighbouring amenities, it is considered there will be a limited impact. The depth of the proposed front extension is similar to that of the existing, and there are no overbearing or dominance concerns.”
“Considering the context of the site, and that the protrusion of the proposed extension is to be similar to the existing porch, it is not considered that the proposal will have any impact on the existing parking situation.”
Officer report
The committee vote
All ten voting councillors supported the application, with no votes against or abstentions.
“For – Councillors Julie Ashley-Wren, Stephen Booth, Robert Boyle, Peter Clark, Coleen De Freitas, Lynda Guy, Rob Henry, Claire Parris, Ellie Plater and Carolina Veres Against – 0 Abstentions – 0 Absent – Councillors Kamal Choudhury, Forhad Chowdhury, Akin Elekolusi and Nigel Williams…”
Minutes
The decision
Planning permission was granted with conditions covering the approved plans, commencement within three years and matching materials.
“A recorded vote* was taken on the application and it was RESOLVED that planning permission be GRANTED subject to the following conditions:”
“Planning permission has been granted for this proposal. Discussion with the applicant to seek an acceptable solution was not necessary in this instance. The Council has therefore acted pro-actively in line with the requirements of the National Planning Policy Framework and in accordance with the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015.”
Minutes
Sources
- Stevenage Planning and Development Committee minutes, 12 February 2026
- Agenda and papers (council website)
Source: Plota analysis of Stevenage's committee minutes and officer report. Quotations are the council's own words; headings and summaries are Plota's.
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