Planning applications in AL7
We hold 657 planning applications for the AL7 postcode area, 178 of them submitted in the past year. 92% of decided applications here were approved. A decision typically takes 56 days. The area is covered by Welwyn Hatfield.
Towns and villages in AL7
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Recent applications in AL7
Installation new hard standing and alterations to landscaping
Addition of balcony to rear elevation
Installation of a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic (PV) system comprising seven solar panels located on the side and rear roof slopes of the existing dwelling, together with associated inverter and battery storage equipment positioned at the rear of the property. No solar panels are proposed on the front elevation, and no internal alterations to the dwelling are proposed.
Remove 1 x silver maple tree.
Change of use of the front part of the site from general amenity land to private driveway to accommodate parking for one vehicle, with the remaining land being retained as open plan garden, front driveway alterations, insertion of EV charger, erection of glazed pergola to rear, and alterations to side openings.
Proposed garden room with a canopy
Erection of single storey rear extension
Submission of details pursuant to condition numbers 5 (surface water drainage scheme), 6 (contamination remediation strategy), 7 (contamination monitoring and maintenance plan), 8 (ground investigation), 9 (borehole management scheme), 10 (ecological enhancements) on planning permission 6/2025/1024/RM
Submission of details pursuant to condition numbers 1 (Construction Environmental Management Plan), 2 (Arboricultural Method Statement and Tree Protection Plan), 3 (Construction Method Statement - Phase 2 only) and 4 (Site Waste Management Plan) on planning permission 6/2025/1024/RM
Remove 2x quince trees - trees are engulfed in ivy and have a lot of deadwood present
Erection of single storey rear extension
Erection of single storey front and rear extension, garage conversion and erection of rear outbuilding
Change of use from general amenity land to residential to include the alteration and extension of the existing brick wall
5x self set ash trees reduce in height by about 40%
Installation of 1 x Extreme uPVC french door set, Smooth White uPVC frames inside & out, Multipoint locking mechanism, Ultion High Security door cylinder, White hardware, Trickle Vents to comply and Clear Toughened safety glass
Remove 1 x crab apple tree. Remove 1 x rotten tree. Remove 1 x tree. Remove 1 x holly bush.
Remove 40ft ash tree - The ash tree is showing signs of basal decay and structural defects from previous poor pruning, raising concerns over its long-term stability. Its raised roots are also damaging and lifting garden pathways, creating an ongoing maintenance and trip hazard. Continued pruning would require significant ongoing expenditure, therefore removal is considered appropriate on arboricultural, safety and practical grounds
Installation of one padel tennis court as an additional ancillary sporting and recreational facility to the Tesco office headquarters, together with associated floodlighting, and hard landscaping works.
Refurbishment and upgrade of existing rendered, gable wall, with the application of a ‘breathable’ top silicone coat for durability and longevity
Prior approval for the installation of 20m high Taurus Street pole with 9no antennas, 6no RRH and equipment housing, together with associated ancillary development
Erection of a single storey rear conservatory
Garage conversion with alterations to openings to front and rear elevations
Reduce 1 x Oak by 1.5m in height and width
1 x Weeping Willow to reduce by approximately 4m in height and 2m in width To maintain size and height for garden
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Erection of single storey side extension
Leyland Cypress hedge reduce to around fence height 1 x Apple to reduce by approximately 2.5m height and width
Submission of details pursuant of condition 18 (access) on planning permission 6/2021/3422/MAJ
Removal of severely damaged hedge and replace with 3 ft picket fence with hedgerow behind
T1 - Lime - Fell and grind root
G1 - Group of field maple and ash trees, crown reduce by 2-3m approx
T1-Goat Willow to fell to stump level as it is Dying/dead. T2-Conifer hedge to fell to stump level as it has out grown it's position
Retrospective application for change of use from amenity land to residential land to form part hardstanding and part garden land at the front of the property and installation of a drop kerb
Certificate of lawfulness for part single-storey and part two-storey rear extension, replacement window to side elevation, and block up the existing kitchen ground-floor side window
T1 Ash, closest to the rear gate to fell and stump poison. No replant. T2 Ash, clear from overheads and structures (sheds) by 2m.
T1 Ash, self set against dwelling to fell and stump poison, no replant. T2 Ash, self set against fencing to fell and stump poison, no replant.
Proposed part single storey rear and side extension with break through, first floor part rear/side infill with internal alterations
Replace the existing front boundary hedge with a new, well-maintained evergreen hedge to improve the appearance of the property and enhance biodiversity within the street scene.
Erection of single storey rear extension & alterations to openings
Erection of single storey rear/side extension & garage conversion
Erection of rear extension plus retrospective permission for a shed
Erection of single storey side extension
Proposed extension of the existing residential accommodation to provide an accessible WC and shower room. Materials, including white upvc windows, facing brickwork and a flat felt roof covering with UPVC bargeboards have been selected to match the existing dwelling and existing council stock, ensuring the extension integrates sympathetically with the host property and the surrounding area. Level access will be provided internally to the complete ground floor and with stepped access to the front entrance door
Certificate of lawfulness for a single-storey rear extension and garage conversion
Erection of single storey side extension
Erection of single storey side extension
Submission of details pursuant to Condition 16 (Hard & Soft Landscape Works), condition 18 (External lighting schemes) on planning permission 6/2020/2268/MAJ allowed under appeal APP/C1950/W/21/3284525
G1 - Group of 5-6 Ash trees to the rear of 37 Ramblers Way, these trees are on the ground that run parallel to the rear garden fence and Black Fan Road. These trees are owned by Big Foot Blossoms Ltd and Hiten Chohen is the company owner and main contact. The works required are to pollard all the trees along the fence line by 50% to allow light into the garden of 37 Ramblers Way TPO 878 (2023)
Installation of 1x non-illuminated fascia sign
Erection of a single storey side extension