Article 4 directions in Central Bedfordshire
These remove specific permitted development rights in defined areas. Check whether your street is inside one before relying on the national limits.
- Fairfield ParishCheck with the council2020
- Article 4 DirectionCheck with the council2011
- Land to the north, south and east of the Sandhouse Public House, Watling Street, Heath and ReachCheck with the council1982
- Article 4 DirectionCheck with the council1981
- Land at Lower SundonCheck with the council1976
- Toddington Article 4 DirectionCheck with the council1975
- Land south west of Westfield Farm, Hitchin Road, Henlow Camp, BedfordshireChange of use2004
From planning.data.gov.uk, Sep 2026. Councils publish at different levels of detail — confirm the scope of any direction with Central Bedfordshire Council.
Conservation areas
Each links to its own page: boundary map, what it changes, and the council’s appraisal.
What you can build in Central Bedfordshire
The national limits for a semi-detached house with full permitted development rights. Inside a conservation area or Article 4 area, some of these need planning permission.
Getting a Lawful Development Certificate from Central Bedfordshire Council
Apply through the Planning Portal. Decisions usually take up to 8 weeks. Your report tells you whether you need one — and includes the drawings checklist.
Central Bedfordshire Council website ↗Nearby councils