Planning appeal decision
84 Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK45 2JP
Planning appeal 6005772 at 84 Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedford, Central Bedfordshire, MK45 2JP (Central Bedfordshire) was allowed on 14 May 2026 by Inspector Fulford A, by written representations. The main issue, as the Inspector framed it: The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including Ampthill Conservation Area.
first-floor extension above the existing detached garage to form additional space comprising a gym and WC. External alterations include the addition of a window within the new raised gable to the front elevation and a new window to the rear
- Authority
- Central Bedfordshire
- Appeal type
- householder · Householder (HAS)
- Procedure
- Written Representations
- Development
- residential · Householder developments
- Inspector
- Fulford A
- Postcode
- MK45 2JP
Main issues, as the Inspector framed them
- The effect of the proposed development on the character and appearance of the surrounding area, including Ampthill Conservation Area
What decided it
The proposed extension, through its subservient positioning, matching materials, and sympathetic design, would not harm the character or appearance of the Conservation Area and would accord with the requirements of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990 and local plan policies HQ1 and HE3.
What the Inspector cited
- Development plan policies
- Policy HQ1Policy HE3
How the Inspector dealt with each one is set out in the app, in order: the development plan, national policy, housing land supply, other considerations and the planning balance, beside the letter.
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