How long do planning decisions take near Mill Green?

The average planning decision time near Mill Green is 58 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 Mill Green?

The planning approval rate near Mill Green is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mill Green?

The most common type of planning application near Mill Green is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mill Green?

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Mill Green, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mill Green, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Mill Green are administered by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council. View the full Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Area Information

Admin district: Welwyn Hatfield
Parliamentary constituency: Welwyn Hatfield
LSOA: Welwyn Hatfield 015C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Mill Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mill Green.

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 Mill Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Mill Green.

- Mill Green 5 Mill Green Cottages Bush Hall Lane Hatfield AL9 5PB
Repair rear pitch of existing roof over kitchen area. Replace defective rafters, and re-lay existing tiles and replacement of broken tiles. Repair works to areas of internal walls with damp issues. Re
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Welwyn Hatfield | Date: 2026-01-12
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- 4 Lea Green Mill Green Lane Hatfield AL9 5NX
Reduce Ash tree crown by 1m covered by TPO 922 (2018)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Welwyn Hatfield | Date: 2024-05-20
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A brief summary of Mill Green in Hertfordshire

Mill Green is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

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

Mill Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Old Hatfield, Beehive. 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.

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Planning Activity in Mill Green

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Mill Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Mill Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Mill Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Mill Green were full planning applications (4), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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