Letchmore Heath, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Letchmore Heath, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Letchmore Heath are administered by Hertsmere Borough Council. View the full Hertsmere Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Letchmore Heath
Letchmore Heath is a picturesque village located in Hertfordshire, England, approximately three miles east of Watford. Known for its serene environment, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and convenient access to nearby urban amenities, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to residential and community developments.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Hertsmere
- Parliamentary constituency: Hertsmere
- LSOA: Hertsmere 007B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Letchmore Heath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Letchmore Heath.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Letchmore Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Letchmore Heath.
- - Hazel Tree Lodge Back Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EF
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (external materials) and 4 (fenestration) of planning permission reference 26/0392/HSE.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - 26/0800/DOC - Hazel Tree Lodge Back Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EF
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 (Arboricultural Method Statement) of planning permission reference 26/0392/HSE.
Status: Undecided | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-06-09 - 26/0690/HSE - 4 Horwood Cottages Back Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EH
Demolition of existing single storey rear extension and construction of single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-05-20 - - The Elms Grange Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EA
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3 (Materials) and 5 (Construction Management Plan) of planning permission reference 25/0419/HSE.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - Adjacent To The Pond Aldenham Road Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EN
T1 ALDER. Fell. Tree is labelled as number 4a by the side of the pond in Letchmore Heath.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - The Farm House The Green Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8ES
T1 EUCALYPTUS. Crown reduce from 9-10m to approx. 7-7.5m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - The Old Rest Back Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EJ
Internal alterations to convert a bedroom to a bathroom on the first floor. Installation of a soil and ventilation pipe on the north facing side elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Memorial Hall Grange Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8DY
Replacement of 6x side windows. (Revised application)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2024-01-10
View full details - - Heath Cottage Common Lane Letchmore Heath Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8EE
T1 SYCAMORE. Crown reduce by 3m to give a final height 12m of and spread of 6m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2023-12-28
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A brief summary of Letchmore Heath in Hertfordshire
Letchmore Heath is a picturesque village located in Hertfordshire, England, approximately three miles east of Watford. Known for its serene environment, it offers a unique blend of rural charm and convenient access to nearby urban amenities, making it an appealing area for planning applications related to residential and community developments.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Letchmore Heath a particularly low-crime area.
Letchmore Heath has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Round Bush, Patchetts Green and Delrow, Radlett South, Letchmore Heath. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Letchmore Heath 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.
Planning Activity in Letchmore Heath
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Letchmore Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Letchmore Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Letchmore Heath were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
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