Inspector, Appeal Decision“While there is some difference in the extent of the expected shortfall, the parties agree that there is a significant need for additional care home bed spaces in the area, and the 80 care home spaces which the appeal proposal would provide would represent a significant contribution towards addressing any shortfall. This is a further benefit of the proposal.”
HPC is pleased to announce that outline planning permission has been granted on appeal for a new care home in Bedfordshire. The appeal followed Central Bedfordshire Council’s previous decision to refuse permission in June 2024.
The Planning Inspectorate has now overturned that decision, giving the green light to the development, which will be situated on the outskirts of Sandy.
The approved plans involve the demolition of existing buildings on the site and the construction of a purpose-built, 2½ storey 80-bedroom care home (Use Class C2). Key features will include:
Ø Lounge and dining day spaces
Ø Café bistro for residents and visitors
Ø Hair and nail salon
Ø Ancillary services and staff offices on each floor
Ø Secure landscaped gardens
Ø Spacious en-suite bedrooms
Ø Purpose-designed servicing and car parking
The HPC Care Home Need Assessment comprised a key document for consideration during the appeal Hearing and was specifically referenced by the Inspector within the Decision dated 16th July 2025.
Julie Doherty, Managing Director of Care at Muller Property Group, commented:
“We are delighted with the outcome of this appeal and that the Inspector recognised the strong case for care need at this location. With a clear and growing demand for elderly care, this approval supports our wider mission to deliver high-quality, planning-approved care home sites in locations where the need is most pressing.”
