Search Potters Bar planning applications
91 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Potters Bar · updated daily · Hertsmere Borough Council
- Yewlands 19C Heath Road Potters Bar Hertfordshire EN6 1LJAwaiting decisionConversion of garage to habitable space to include replacement door with window.Received 2 Nov 202626/1583/HSE
- 20 Albemarle Avenue Potters Bar Hertfordshire EN6 1TDAwaiting decisionChange of use from class C4 (HMO) to sui generis 8 bedroom HMO use facilitated by demolition of garage, part single, part two-storey side and rear extension, alterations to hard landscaping, bin and bike storage.Received 29 Oct 202626/1576/FUL
- 16 Sunnybank Road Potters Bar Hertfordshire EN6 2NWAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing conservatory to facilitate construction of single storey rear extension, front porch extension and conversion of loft to habitable space to include hip to gable roof alterations, rear dormer and 3x front rooflights. Alterations to fenestration.Received 28 Oct 202626/1567/HSE
- 174 Darkes Lane Potters Bar Hertfordshire EN6 1AFAwaiting decisionInstallation of a lightweight aluminium pergola, with openable louvred roof and clear sliding, folding or removable glass panels across the front and sides, within the existing front outdoor seating area.Received 28 Oct 202626/1424/FUL
- 26 Clive Close Potters Bar Hertfordshire EN6 2AEAwaiting decisionTwo storey side and part single part two storey rear extensions.Received 22 Oct 202626/1543/HSE
Planning in Potters Bar
- Approved
- 79%
- 329 of 398 decided
- Decision time
- about 10 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Potters Bar in the last 24 months, from Hertsmere Borough Council's planning register.
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Planning authority: Hertsmere Borough Council
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About Potters Bar
Potters Bar is a vibrant town located in Hertfordshire, approximately 13 miles north of central London. It has seen steady growth, with a population of around 23,325 in 2022, encompassing various wards including Bentley Heath & The Royds, Furzefield, Oakmere, and Parkfield. The area includes smaller hamlets, such as Bentley Heath and Ganwick Corner, making it an attractive location for planning applications and development projects.
Property prices in Potters Bar show an average sale price of £560,914, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Potters Bar area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Potters Bar a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Potters Bar 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, 494 planning applications were submitted near Potters Bar. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (162), outline applications (125), tree works (48). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.
7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (43% success rate).