Hertfordshire County Council Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Hertfordshire County Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

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Planning data sourced from Hertfordshire County Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Find an Architect in Hertfordshire County Council

Find RIBA-registered architects in the Hertfordshire County Council area for planning permission applications, extensions and new builds.

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Find vetted building contractors in the Hertfordshire County Council area for planning-approved builds and permitted development works.

Common planning application types in Hertfordshire County Council

Rear extensions Loft conversions Householder applications Tree works & TPO Listed building consent Change of use Annexes & granny flats Solar panels Barn conversions Basement extensions

About Hertfordshire County Council Planning Authority

Hertfordshire County Council serves as the upper-tier local authority for Hertfordshire, established in 1889. The council oversees essential public services such as social care, transportation, education, and fire and rescue operations. With the Liberal Democrats holding a plurality since May 2025, the council operates under a minority administration, with key meetings and its main offices located at Robertson House in Stevenage. This information is vital for anyone researching planning applications within the county. The council is currently led by Steve Jarvis (Liberal Democrat), who has held the position since 20 May 2025. Angie Ridgwell serves as Chief Executive since September 2024. The council comprises 78 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 1 May 2025.

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