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Planning appeals in Bedford Borough Council, 2023

109 appeals decided in 2023, 28% of them allowed. Each links to its own page and to the Inspector’s letter. The authority’s record has the whole run since 2016.

  1. Dismissed18 December 2023· householder3324859
    7 Princes Road, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8QD

    erection of front driveway gate (aluminium, 1.8 metres tall, 4 metres wide) and walkway gate (aluminium, 1.8 metres tall, 1 metre wide), supported by four brick pillars (brick and render, approximately 2 metres tall, 0.5 metres wide each)

  2. Unknown18 December 2023· other3290583
    Appeal 3290583
  3. Allowed15 December 2023· householder3329478
    307 Ampthill Road, Bedford, MK42 9RA

    Conversion of garage block in rear garden into a granny annexe

  4. Allowed14 December 2023· householder3330766
    College Farm House Old Harrowden Road, Harrowden, Bedford, MK42 0TB

    the erection of a boundary fence with landscaping, two sheds to front/side of property and pedestrian and vehicular access gates

  5. Dismissed13 December 2023· householder3329373
    227 Castle Road, Bedford, MK40 3UB

    a rear extension to existing ground floor, conversion of existing garage to living space, extension of first floor over existing garage with small additional first floor extension to the rear

  6. Dismissed13 December 2023· householder3327256
    22 Rosemary Drive, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8PL

    a roof extension/conversion with render to front and part sides and garage conversion (PD) and widening of access driveway/crossover

  7. Dismissed13 December 2023· minor3322085
    Stephen Ross House, 1-3 Ashburnham Road, Bedford, MK40 1DX

    a change of use to HMOs

  8. Unknown4 December 2023· other3314358
    Appeal 3314358
  9. Dismissed1 December 2023· minor3321805
    BED056 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9AB

    the installation of a new 18-metre-high monopole supporting 6 no. antennas with a wraparound equipment cabinet at the base of the column, the installation of 3no. new equipment cabinets and ancillary development thereto

  10. Dismissed1 December 2023· minor3316321
    Land West of Wood Lane, Wood Lane, Willington , Bedford, MK44 3PP

    the change of use of buildings from agricultural use to use classes E(g)(iii) (Industrial Processes) and B8 (Storage and Distribution); associated external refurbishment, formation of car parking, alteration of access and works within the highway

  11. Dismissed27 November 2023· minor3318820
    11 & 13 Silver Street, Bedford, Beds, MK40 1SY

    conversion of first and second floors to residential (flats) use

  12. Dismissed24 November 2023· householder3329472
    61 Village Road, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8JP

    the erection of a 2-storey front extension

  13. Allowed23 November 2023· householder3327496
    28 Hartshill, Bedford, MK41 9AL
  14. Allowed20 November 2023· minor3321084
    Lower Goodwick Farm, Begwary Lane, Begwary, Bedford , MK44 2NX

    the conversion and change of use of agricultural barns to two dwellings, with associated garden areas and parking

  15. Dismissed16 November 2023· minor3318337
    44 Cause End Road, Wootton, Bedford, MK43 9DE

    a new dwelling and modifications to existing dwelling by blocking up of first floor side (east) window and the addition of front dormer, new access/crossover for existing dwelling

  16. Unknown10 November 2023· minor3315822
    Land to the Rear of Figaro House, Mill Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3FF
  17. Dismissed10 November 2023· minor3308165
    Land to the Rear of Figaro House, Mill Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK30 3EU

    erection of a part three, part four and part five storey residential block raised over existing parking area, containing nine self-contained car free units with bicycle and bin storage

  18. Allowed3 November 2023· householder3328054
    57 Wingfield Road, Bromham, Bedford, Beds, MK43 8JY

    One and two storey side and rear extension and front porch

  19. Dismissed1 November 2023· minor3315366
    Oakfield, High Street, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3LF

    Change of use of land to residential garden (Development already carried out)

  20. Dismissed31 October 2023· householder3324711
    28 Spring Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8LP

    side single and double storey extension and associated works

  21. Allowed31 October 2023· other32722201
    (Riseley: Byway Open to All Traffic No. 71) Modification Order 2020 , Riseley, Bedfordshire, MK44 1EH
  22. Allowed26 October 2023· householder3326586
    4 Eaton Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7RP

    two storey side extension and single storey rear extension

  23. Dismissed20 October 2023· minor3320415
    2C Cleveland Street, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8DN

    change of use from Nail Salon (Sui-Generis) to Residential Flat (C3)

  24. Dismissed17 October 2023· major3318305
    109 Bedford Road, Bedford , Bedfordshire, MK44 3PR

    the change of use from storage area to hand car wash

  25. Dismissed16 October 2023· minor3315647
    28 Brooklands Avenue, Wixams, Bedford, MK42 6AB

    the demolition of the existing wall, change of use of amenity land to side and enclosure with a 1.8m high fence to form additional residential garden

  26. Allowed9 October 2023· minor3309356
    Hill Farm Sunderland Hill, Ravensden, Bedford, MK44 2SJ

    Approval of reserved matters (siting, design, external appearance, means of access and landscaping) for erection of an agricultural workers' dwelling to replace existing temporary dwelling

  27. Dismissed9 October 2023· other3305599
    193 Wilstead Road, Elstow, Bedford, MK42 9YD

    A conservatory

  28. Dismissed2 October 2023· householder3321299
    25 Longmeadow Drive, Wilstead, Bedford, MK45 3FB
  29. Dismissed29 September 2023· householder3318116
    18 Wood Close Biddenham , Bedford , MK40 4QG

    Rear single storey extension

  30. Allowed28 September 2023· householder3321611
    13 Dorchester Way, Elstow, Bedford, MK42 9FF

    Two storey side extension and garage conversion

  31. Dismissed27 September 2023· minor3314732
    Norse Road, Goldington, Bedford, MK41 0TH

    15.0m Phase 9 slimline Monopole and associated ancillary works

  32. Dismissed19 September 2023· ldc3308253
    Tenacres, Little Staughton Road, Colmworth, Bedford, MK44 2LB

    described as retention of a dwelling (C3) and occupation without compliance of an agricultural occupancy condition on land at Tenacres, Little Staughton Road, Colmworth, Bedford, MK44 2LB

  33. Notice upheld19 September 2023· enforcement3297788
    Land Known As 11 Victoria Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9JS

    without planning permission the erection of an outbuilding and the material change of use in the land from C3 (single dwellinghouse) to a mixed use of C4 House in Multiple Occupancy and a separate C3 dwellinghouse

  34. Dismissed19 September 2023· ldc3295973
    10 Hollies Walk, Wootton, Bedford, MK43 9LB

    the use of the property as a private dwellinghouse for use class C3(b) for up to a group of four adults living together as a single household within non-residential staff to supervise the residents on a 24-hour shift system

  35. Quashed On Legal Grounds19 September 2023· enforcement3286561
    68A - 70 Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RG

    without planning permission, a material alteration to the appearance of the front elevation of the building as a result of the removal of render from both sides of the first-floor windows and the exposure of underlying brickwork

  36. Quashed On Legal Grounds19 September 2023· enforcement3286486
    Yew Tree Cottage, Honeydon, Bedford, MK44 2LP

    without planning permission, the erection of a single storey recreational and storage building

  37. Dismissed18 September 2023· minor3308663
    Area of Footpath, 29 Kimbolton Road, De Parys Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2PB

    5G telecoms installation: H3G 15m street pole with additional equipment cabinets

  38. Allowed11 September 2023· minor3302658
    Land to the Rear of Brookfield, 105 High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedford, MK44 1PE
  39. Allowed11 September 2023· minor3297359
    Land to the Rear of Brookfield, 105 High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedford, MK44 1PE
  40. Dismissed11 September 2023· minor3286097
    Land to the Rear of Brookfield, 105 High Street, Sharnbrook, Bedford, MK44 1PE

    change of use from an Agricultural building to a dwellinghouse(s) (Use Class C3) including associated building operations reasonably necessary to convert the building

  41. Allowed8 September 2023· minor3314830
    Bell Farm, Wilden, MK44 3DA

    the change of use from an agricultural building to a C3 dwelling house. The application is in accordance with Class Q, Part 3 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. The proposed development will create a four bedroomed single storey dwelling. The proposal includes provision for four parking spaces within the ancillary curtilage area extending to 317.18m2 which is less than the proposed floorspace of 317.93m2

  42. Dismissed7 September 2023· minor3300816
    Land Adjacent to 12 Duck End Lane, Wilstead, Bedford, MK45 3HP

    the erection of a Passivhaus dwelling

  43. Allowed30 August 2023· minor3309768
    Hill Grove Water Lane, Renhold, Bedford, MK41 0JH

    the demolition of existing dwelling and garage and erection of replacement detached dwelling and garage

  44. Dismissed23 August 2023· minor3314553
    22 Kimbolton Avenue, Bedford, MK40 3AA

    outline application with all matters reserved for the erection of a detached dwelling

  45. Dismissed18 August 2023· minor3313037
    12 and 12A Vicars Close, Biddenham, Bedfordshire, MK40 4BG

    construction of a new dwelling (adjacent to the existing two houses under construction pursuant to permission 22/00119/S73 dated 27th April 2022)

  46. Allowed16 August 2023· minor3309441
    13 Rookery Road, Wyboston, Bedford, MK44 3AX

    conversion of agricultural barn to form a single dwelling including associated building operations reasonably necessary to convert the building

  47. Dismissed11 August 2023· minor3307704
    8 Cross End, Thurleigh, Bedford, MK44 2EE

    a replacement dwelling, garage and all associated works

  48. Dismissed10 August 2023· other3306563
    The Wheatsheaf, Wilden Road, Colmworth, Bedford, MK44 2NJ

    the conversion of existing overnight accommodation barn and the kitchen/restaurant areas to create 2 additional dwellings, whilst retaining the existing pub with living accommodation above

  49. Unknown8 August 2023· other3315494
    Wood Farm, Hardmead Road, Bedford, MK43 8AE
  50. Allowed3 August 2023· householder3318897
    33 Lansdowne Road, Bedford, MK40 2BY

    Replacement conservation style UPVC sash windows, and repairs to inner piers on porch including white render finish

  51. Dismissed1 August 2023· minor3314169
    73 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1NE

    the change of use of vacant unit (Class E) to adult gaming centre (Sui Generis)

  52. Allowed31 July 2023· householder3321411
    2 Greenkeepers Road, Great Denham, Bedford, MK40 4GJ

    erection of a metal bike shed on gravel and grid hardstanding and formation of a parking space (development already carried out)

  53. Allowed24 July 2023· major3316823
    Land at Station Road, Oakley, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 7RB

    outline application (all matters reserved other than access) for the development of up to 40 dwellings, vehicular and pedestrian access, green infrastructure including open space and landscaping, and related drainage and other infrastructure works on land off Station Road, Oakley

  54. Allowed14 July 2023· minor3311978
    Fairview, 7 Cleat Hill, Bedford, MK41 8AL

    demolition of existing garage outbuilding and workshop for relocation to west boundary as shown, proposed new dwelling/bungalow with new cycle store to existing dwelling at No. 7

  55. Dismissed11 July 2023· householder3317050
    50 Carnoustie Drive, Great Denham, Bedford, MK40 4FF

    an extension for a gym and spa

  56. Dismissed11 July 2023· minor3309382
    103 High Street, Bedford, MK40 1NE

    change of use of vacant former estate agents offices (Use Class E) to a taxi booking office (Sui Generis)

  57. Unknown3 July 2023· other3314243
    34 Day's Lane, Biddenham, MK40 4AE
  58. Dismissed3 July 2023· householder3314241
    34 Day's Lane, Biddenham, MK40 4AE

    replacement of existing windows. Appeal B: Ref: APP/K0235/Y/23/3314243 34 Day's Lane, Biddenham MK40 4AE

  59. Split Decision27 June 2023· householder3315792
    West Grange, Carlton Road, Felmersham, Bedford, MK43 7JH

    the extension and conversion of existing car port and workshop to form annexe accommodation and increase car port to accommodate 4 vehicles. New pitched roof to boat house

  60. Dismissed27 June 2023· major3311476
    Storage Land Adjacent to Blackburn Hall Farm, Whitwick Green Road, Thurleigh, MK44 2DF

    a new Class B8 industrial storage building for Star Live and all associated works

  61. Dismissed27 June 2023· minor3306248
    Land Adjacent to 18 Tithe Road, Kempston, Bedfordshore, MK43 9BE

    the construction of a new dwelling

  62. Dismissed26 June 2023· other3303511
    The Clock House, West End Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK43 8RT

    an orangery kitchen extension

  63. Dismissed20 June 2023· other3308805
    1A Top End Farm Cottage, Renhold, Bedford, MK41 0LR
  64. Dismissed20 June 2023· householder3308802
    1A Top End Farm Cottage, Renhold, Bedford, MK41 0LR

    rear & side extension and internal alterations to the cottage, adaptation of the adjacent barn to create additional ensuite bedroom and connection to the cottage. Appeal B:

  65. Dismissed16 June 2023· minor3306821
    Gurvir House, 2-8 Cauldwell Street And 5-7 St Johns Street, Bedford, MK42 9AD

    a second and third floor extension to form 8 apartments and external alterations including new staircase and lift block

  66. Dismissed16 June 2023· minor3296006
    Great North Road, Chawston and Colesden, Wyboston , PE19 8EN

    Proposed 20.0m Phase 8 Monopole C/W wraparound Cabinet at base and associated ancillary works

  67. Allowed9 June 2023· minor3311530
    Land Adjacent 164 Stagsden Road, Bromham , Beds , MK43 8QR

    one single storey dwelling on Plot 3

  68. Dismissed8 June 2023· householder3316672
    57 Wingfield Road, Bromham, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 8JY

    a two storey side/rear and single story rear extension including front porch

  69. Dismissed8 June 2023· minor3312316
    158 Stagsden Road, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8QR

    the erection of a new detached dwelling to the side

  70. Unknown31 May 2023· other3272220
    (Riseley: Byway Open to All Traffic No. 71) Modification Order 2020 , Riseley, Bedfordshire, MK44 1EH
  71. Unknown30 May 2023· other3276455
    (Brickhill – Part of Footpath No. 19 and Part of Bridleway No.23) Ppo 2020, MK41 7XD
  72. Allowed19 May 2023· householder3317180
    9 Old School Gardens, Wootton, Bedfordshire, MK43 9JF

    erection of a single storey side extension

  73. Dismissed11 May 2023· major3306542
    Land West of Pavenham Road, Oakley, Bedfordshire , MK43 7SY

    outline application for residential development including access, with all other matters reserved

  74. Dismissed3 May 2023· householder3315918
    41 Maskell Drive, Bedford, MK41 0GJ

    the removal of shrubs and the repositioning of the boundary wall with new planting

  75. Dismissed18 April 2023· householder3315585
    62 Folkes Road, Wootton, Bedford, MK43 9BX

    the relocation of a 2 metre high fence

  76. Notice varied and upheld5 April 2023· enforcement3284634
    Land Known As 127a Marlborough Road, Bedford, MK40 4LE
  77. Dismissed30 March 2023· householder3311741
    111 Woburn Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7QP

    One and two storey front, side and rear extensions, loft conversion with rear dormer, landscaping to front and rear gardens with parking and bin storage and subdivision to form 3 flats

  78. Dismissed29 March 2023· minor3307166
    99 Hillgrounds Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8QP

    the subdivision of plot and erection of a detached 2 bedroom house together with a single storey front extension to the existing house

  79. Unknown29 March 2023· other3267215
    (Wymington: Public Footpath No.13) Modification Order 2020 , Wymington, NN10 9FG
  80. Allowed28 March 2023· minor3303573
    6 Howard Close, Cardington, Bedford, MK44 3SL

    Erection of 2 bedroomed detached 1 ½ storey chalet style dwelling, including variation of approved plans condition 2 attached to 21/02081/FUL, without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref 22/00266/S73, dated 21 March 2022

  81. Notice upheld13 March 2023· enforcement3297039
    21 Chestnut Avenue, Bedford, MK40 4EY

    Without planning permission, the erection of a single storey rear extension

  82. Allowed9 March 2023· householder3309080
    19 Water End, Cople, Bedford, MK44 3TY

    the conversion of roof space in existing barn/garage to living space

  83. Planning permission granted9 March 2023· enforcement3282271
    11 Commercial Road, Bedford, MK40 1RB

    failure to comply with a condition imposed on a planning permission ref 05/00339/FUL granted on 24 May 2005

  84. Dismissed8 March 2023· minor3305534
    Land Adjacent 2 Voyce Way, Bedford, MK42 0WD

    erection of a single-storey dwelling

  85. Dismissed6 March 2023· minor3305370
    Area of Footway, Henley Road, Queens Park, Bedford, East of England, MK40 4FX

    the installation of new Fifth Generation (5G) equipment, comprising 17-metre monopole supporting 6no. antennas, 4 no. equipment cabinets and development works ancillary thereto

  86. Dismissed3 March 2023· minor3306959
    129 Rushden Road, Wymington, NN10 9LF

    the part demolition of the existing bungalow and the erection of a detached two-storey dwelling to the rear

  87. Dismissed3 March 2023· minor3298010
    Greys Farm, Wymington Road, Podington, NN29 7HP

    change of use of agricultural building to light industrial (Use Class E (g) (iii))

  88. Notice varied and upheld3 March 2023· enforcement3284774
    Land Known As 2 Bromham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2QA

    Without planning permission, the creation of a new entrance and insertion of a new doorway in the front elevation of the property, the erection of a single storey flat roofed structure and the erection of a steel and polycarbonate shelter on the site of the former beer garden to the rear of the property and the addition of timber cladding to the boundary wall fronting Gwyn Street

  89. Allowed27 February 2023· minor3306897
    2 Allhallows, Bedford, MK40 1LJ

    change of use of ground and first floor from vacant retail unit (Class E) to Adult Gaming Centre (Sui Generis)

  90. Dismissed23 February 2023· minor3306645
    62 Roxton Road, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3LR

    the erection of two number detached 1.0 storey dwellings & all ancillary works

  91. Allowed22 February 2023· householder3310289
    39 Shakespeare Road, Bedford, MK40 2DX

    the proposed conversion of the loft including a hip to gable conversion, the installation of dormer windows and the conversion of the garage to living accommodation

  92. Dismissed17 February 2023· minor3302772
    Land South Of Rose Cottage, Hatch Lane, Keysoe , MK44 2JQ

    erection of 4 bedroom residential dwelling and garage and ancillary works

  93. Dismissed15 February 2023· minor3290453
    Land off St Neots Road, Renhold, Bedford, MK41 0JH

    erection of single storey detached dwelling

  94. Dismissed13 February 2023· householder3312830
    College Farm House Old Harrowden Road, Harrowden, Bedford, MK42 0TB

    Retrospective planning application for timber fencing together with timber sheds

  95. Dismissed13 February 2023· householder3312680
    Conifers, Chawston Lane, Chawston, Bedford, MK44 3BH

    new replacement detached garage block with storage over

  96. Dismissed13 February 2023· householder3310352
    2 Orchard Street, Kempston, MK42 7JA

    single storey front extension to form garage connected to single and 2-storey side and rear extensions (resubmission with outbuilding omitted and reductions to eaves height, width and depth to rear extension, (single and 2-storey) applied

  97. Dismissed10 February 2023· householder3306555
    7 Priory Close, Harrold, Bedford, MK43 7DL

    Erection of two storey side and rear extension

  98. Allowed6 February 2023· minor3293212
    71 Spring Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8LT

    change of use from residential dwelling (C3) to residential family assessment centre (C2) without complying with condition 3 attached to planning permission Ref 18/01090/COU, dated 27 July 2018

  99. Dismissed2 February 2023· minor3284159
    Land Between 61 And 69 Oakley Road, Clapham, Bedford, MK41 6AW

    erection of two self/custom build dwellings (outline - all matters reserved except for means of access)

  100. Allowed30 January 2023· minor3287196
    Broadmead Rd Sw, Broadmead Road, Stewartby, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9NX

    the installation of an 18 metre high monopole and 4 no. equipment cabinets and development works ancillary thereto

  101. Dismissed27 January 2023· minor3305950
    170 Bower Street, Bedford, MK40 3QZ

    Change of use from social club to residential dwellings; creation of 4 apartments

  102. Dismissed27 January 2023· minor3304384
    54 Bedford Road, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3JF

    the erection of a single dwelling with double garage and all ancillary works

  103. Allowed26 January 2023· major3268247
    Stevington Riding Club, Dane Hill Farm, Silver Street, Stevington, Bedfordshire, MK43 7QP

    use of land for the stationing of caravans for the residential purposes for a single Gypsy Pitch

  104. Dismissed25 January 2023· minor3303682
    71/73 Ford End Road, Queens Park, Bedford, Beds, MK40 4JG

    timber boundary fencing and free-standing open-sided cover area

  105. Dismissed24 January 2023· major3304228
    Land South of Wayside Farm Park, Bedford Road, Ravensden, Bedfordshire, MK44 2RA

    change of use from agricultural land to caravan site for the stationing of 46 holiday lodges (static caravans) and ancillary development including a reception unit and associated infrastructure and landscaping at Wayside Farm Park

  106. Dismissed18 January 2023· minor3305407
    3 The Glen, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7EL

    the existing previously converted garage to be used as separate dwelling, with a new car parking area for both the existing house and proposed one bedroom dwelling

  107. Dismissed13 January 2023· minor3300250
    The Old Stables, Keysoe Row East, Keysoe, Bedford, MK44 2JB

    conversion and extension of existing offices and erection of building to form 3 units of visitor accommodation and conference/meeting room

  108. Dismissed12 January 2023· householder3310022
    98 Village Road, Bromham, Bedford, MK43 8HU

    erection of raised timber deck around apple tree at end of garden

  109. Dismissed9 January 2023· householder3309044
    8 Waltham Close, Bedford, MK41 8DL

    two storey rear extension, first floor side extension and front porch

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