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35 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Gustard Wood · updated daily · St Albans City and District Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 35 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Bleak House Gustard Wood Wheathampstead Hertfordshire AL4 8LAAwaiting decisionT1 Cherry - The Cherry is in decline but it has put out two new stems from the root plate that are approximately 2.5m-3m high. There is a large dead stem and the remained of the original tree is extremely one sided. - We would like to remove the original tree leaving the two new stems as a replacement. T2 Lawson Cypress - The tree ins situated right next to a local listed wall we would like to lift the lower branches over drive to allow easier access for delivers and refuse disposal. We would also like permission to reduce the top down by 3m - 4m, we would like to do this as we are still able to get a safe and fairly decent form to the tree without opening it up to storm damage in the futute.Received 28 Oct 202626/0546/TCA
30 Dale Avenue Gustard Wood Wheathampstead Hertfordshire AL4 8LSAwaiting decisionSide and rear extension, conversion of garage into additional storage at front and habitable space at rear, with replacement and new windows, demolition of front porch, installation of solar panels and changes to external appearance with associated worksReceived 20 Oct 202626/1846/HSE
36 Beech Way Blackmore End St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 8LYAwaiting decisionSingle storey front extension. Canopy roof over existing porch. Alterations to fenestration including infill of two no. ground floor side windowsReceived 19 Oct 202626/02496/FPH
72 Kimpton Road Blackmore End St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 8LXAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear infill extension and alterations to rear ground floor fenestration (Development already carried out).Received 10 Sep 202626/01806/FPH
27 The Broadway Gustard Wood Wheathampstead Hertfordshire AL4 8LWAwaiting decisionDemolition of conservatory and dining room and construction of single storey rear extension and internal alterations at 27 The Broadway Gustard Wood Wheathampstead Hertfordshire AL4 8LWReceived 28 Aug 20265/2026/1455

Planning in Gustard Wood

Approved: 81%; 22 of 24 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Gustard Wood in the last 24 months, from St Albans City and District Council's planning register.

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Around Gustard Wood

Postcode districts

AL4 336 applications in the last 12 monthsSG4 486 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: St Albans City and District Council

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About Gustard Wood

Gustard Wood is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Gustard Wood show an average sale price of £601,479, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Gustard Wood has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gustard Wood planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Gustard Wood. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (6), outline applications (3).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gustard Wood?

In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Gustard Wood. The approval rate is 81%.

How long do planning decisions take near Gustard Wood?

The average planning decision time near Gustard Wood is 72 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Gustard Wood?

The planning approval rate near Gustard Wood is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gustard Wood?

The most common type of planning application near Gustard Wood is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gustard Wood?

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