Search Chawston planning applications

10 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Chawston · updated daily · Bedford Borough Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 10 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Workshop Adjacent 19 Spinney Road Chawston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3BWAwaiting decisionPrior notification for change of use from an Agricultural building to a dwellinghouse(s) (Use Class C3) including associated building operations reasonably necessary to convert the building. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Comments received will be considered but if notification of a decision is not made to the Applicant within 56 days of the date of registration of the proposal, it can proceed. If Officers confirm that the development can proceed, it must be completed within a period of 3 years starting with the prior approval date.Received 30 Sep 202626/01875/CPNQ
Heddings Farm The Lane Wyboston Bedford MK44 3ASAwaiting decisionChange of use of office (use class E(g)(i)) to dwelling (use class C3), including installation of internal partitioning and suspended ceiling, creation of residential curtilage and provision of car parkingReceived 25 Sep 202626/01842/LBC
Heddings Farm The Lane Wyboston Bedford MK44 3ASAwaiting decisionChange of use of office (use class E(g)(i)) to dwelling (use class C3), including installation of internal partitioning and suspended ceiling, creation of residential curtilage and provision of car parkingReceived 25 Sep 202626/01841/FUL
20 Spinney Road Chawston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3BWRefusedSingle storey rear extension.Received 11 Sep 2026Decided 30 Oct 202626/01743/FUL
Hare Cottage 18 Spinney Road Chawston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3BWApprovedPrior notification for change of use from an Agricultural building to a dwellinghouse(s) (Use Class C3) including associated building operations reasonably necessary to convert the building. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Comments received will be considered but if notification of a decision is not made to the Applicant within 56 days of the date of registration of the proposal, it can proceed. If Officers confirm that the development can proceed, it must be completed within a period of 3 years starting with the prior approval date.Received 26 Aug 2026Decided 20 Oct 202626/01644/CPNQ

Planning in Chawston

Only 7 decisions near Chawston in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chawston in the last 24 months, from Bedford Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Chawston

Postcode districts

MK44 145 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Bedford Borough Council

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About Chawston

Chawston is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Wyboston, Chawston and Colesden, in the Borough of Bedford, Bedfordshire. This charming area presents opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop or enhance local properties within its serene environment. It sits within the Wyboston, Chawston and Colesden district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chawston area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Chawston a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chawston planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Chawston, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Chawston.

The most common types were amendments (4), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chawston?

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Chawston.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chawston?

The most common type of planning application near Chawston is amendment applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

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