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722 in the last 90 days194 in the last 3063 in the last 1490% approveddecisions typically take 65 days

Source: Herefordshire Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 1,104 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Cliffe Arms Mathon Malvern Herefordshire WR13 5PW
Refurbishment of the pub in advance of re-opening. Work includes a small side extension to the rear of the main pub; internal re- arrangements; new roof glazing to the rear; replacement windows in part; new garden structures including a pergola, a covered cooking area and a greenhouse to the back of the site, renewal of paved areas and paved paths in garden, extension of car parking area at rear
PendingPlanning PermissionReceived 21 Oct 2026P262798/F
Cliffe Arms Mathon Malvern Herefordshire WR13 5PW
Refurbishment of the pub in advance of re-opening. Work includes a small side extension to the rear of the main pub; internal re- arrangements; new roof glazing to the rear; replacement windows in part; new garden structures including a pergola, a covered cooking area and a greenhouse to the back of the site, renewal of paved areas and paved paths in garden, extension of car parking area at rear.
PendingListed Building ConsentReceived 21 Oct 2026P262799/L
33 Braemar Gardens Hereford Herefordshire HR1 1SJ
T1: Acer - reduce the lateral branches growing towards the north side of the house, one metre below the original pruning points, reduce the middle (scaffold branches) by half a metre below the original pruning points. Leaving lateral and scaffold branches at approx 1m in length, leaving balanced.
PendingWorks to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 21 Oct 2026P263122/K
The Rectory Fownhope Hereford Herefordshire HR1 4PS
T1: Common yew hedge - reduce the whole hedge in height to leave approx 9ft high (keeping arch) and hedge trimming both sides with contours of the hedge to leave tidy.
PendingWorks to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 21 Oct 2026P263123/K
Land at Phillips House Dymock Road Much Marcle Ledbury Herefordshire HR8 2NL
Installation of a ground mounted solar panel system.
PendingPlanning PermissionReceived 20 Oct 2026P262839/F

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Herefordshire Council received?

Herefordshire Council received 5,560 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 90%.

How long does Herefordshire Council take to decide applications?

Herefordshire Council takes an average of 65 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Herefordshire Council?

Herefordshire Council approves 90% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Herefordshire Council?

Submit your representation to Herefordshire Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Herefordshire Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Herefordshire Council planning decision?

Yes. If Herefordshire Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 663 appeals were lodged against Herefordshire Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

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Herefordshire Council serves as the unitary authority for Herefordshire, England, combining the functions of both district and county councils. Located in Hereford, the council has experienced no overall control since 2019 and is currently managed by a minority Conservative administration as of 2023. This governance structure is essential for those researching planning applications within the region, as it shapes local policies and decision-making processes. The council is currently led by Jonathan Lester (Conservative), who has held the position since 19 May 2023. Paul Walker serves as Chief Executive since May 2021. The council comprises 53 councillors, with the most recent election held on 4 May 2023.

The council area encompasses 751 towns and villages, including Hay-on-Wye/Y Gelli Gandryll, Hereford, Kington, Ledbury, Leominster and Presteigne/Llanandras. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Herefordshire Council received 5,560 planning applications. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were outline applications (84), tree works (33), full planning applications (18). 35 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

663 planning appeals were lodged against Herefordshire Council decisions, of which 140 were allowed and 381 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Herefordshire Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Herefordshire Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.