How long do planning decisions take near Lower Green (SG9)?

The average planning decision time near Lower Green (SG9) is 45 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 Lower Green (SG9)?

The planning approval rate near Lower Green (SG9) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Green (SG9)?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Green (SG9) is listed building consent applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Green (SG9)?

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Lower Green (SG9), Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Green (SG9), Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Lower Green (SG9) are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £494,778 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Green (SG9).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lower Green (SG9).

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 Lower Green (SG9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lower Green (SG9).

- Stag View Mill Lane Meesden Hertfordshire SG9 0BH
Repair and restoration of existing building, including internal layout alterations, removal and creation of partition walls. Demolition of existing single storey extension and construction of part two
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-05-27
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A brief summary of Lower Green (SG9) in Hertfordshire

Lower Green (SG9) is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Lower Green (SG9) show an average sale price of £494,778, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lower Green (SG9) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Lower Green (SG9) includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Lower Green (SG9)

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lower Green (SG9). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Lower Green (SG9).

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 Lower Green (SG9) were listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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