How long do planning decisions take near Porter's End?

The average planning decision time near Porter's End is 48 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 Porter's End?

The planning approval rate near Porter's End is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Porter's End?

The most common type of planning application near Porter's End is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Porter's End?

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Porter's End, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Porter's End, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Porter's End are administered by North Hertfordshire District Council. View the full North Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £516,464 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
LSOA: North Hertfordshire 014E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Porter's End.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Porter's End.

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 Porter's End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Porter's End.

26/01227/FPH - Mulberry House 22 Kimpton Road Blackmore End St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 8LD
Alterations to existing detached garage fenestration to include insertion of dormer windows and installation of external staircase.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-26
- Porters End House Porters End Lane Kimpton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8ER
Demolition of redundant agricultural barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-04-28
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- 6 The Drive Blackmore End St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 8LF
Part two storey and part single storey rear extension and single storey side extension following demolition of existing side element and chimney. Alterations to existing attached garage to include alt
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-04-21
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- 14 Kimpton Road Blackmore End St Albans Hertfordshire AL4 8LD
Two storey rear extension, single storey front extension, front porch and alterations to existing front dormer windows involving enlargement and addition of pitched roofs, alterations to openings
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-07-11
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- 1 Coopers Close Kimpton Hitchin SG4 8QU
Conversion of garage to habitable accommodation and insertion of sliding folding doors to facilitate dining/kitchen area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2016-01-12
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- 3 Coopers Close Kimpton Hitchin SG4 8QU
Insertion of three front dormer windows and one rear dormer window to facilitate loft conversion.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2015-06-23
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- The Lodge Porters End Lane Kimpton Hitchin SG4 8EP
Single storey rear extensions with the following dimensions:Length (measured from rear wall of original house) - 4.4 and 8.0 metres.Maximum height - both 3.5 metresMaximum height of the eaves - both 2
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2014-01-20
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- The Lodge Porters End Lane Kimpton Hitchin SG4 8EP
Construction of a chimney on side elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2014-01-11
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- The Lodge Porters End Lane Kimpton Hitchin SG4 8EP
Lawful Development Certificate (proposed): Single storey rear extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2014-01-11
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- 4 Coopers Close Kimpton SG4 8QU
Retention of front dormer window. Rear gable roof extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2007-05-29
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- Land At Coopers Hill Kimpton Hitchin SG4
20 metre mast with 6 antennae and 4 dishes, 6 meter cabinets and 1.8 metre fence to form 6 metre square compound (as amended by site plan received 29.10.03)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2003-10-01
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- 4 Coopers Close Kimpton Hitchin SG4 8QU
Rear and two front dormer windows and first floor rear extension to facilitate 2 bedrooms, bathroom and study in roofspace.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2003-06-27
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A brief summary of Porter's End in Hertfordshire

Porter's End is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Porter's End show an average sale price of £516,464, 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 Porter's End a particularly low-crime area.

Porter's End has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Gustard Wood, Kimpton, Kimpton Bottom, Mackerye End. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Porter's End includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Porter's End

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Porter's End. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

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

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Porter's End were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (12), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 42% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 27 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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