How long do planning decisions take near Rableyheath?

The average planning decision time near Rableyheath is 54 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 Rableyheath?

The planning approval rate near Rableyheath is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rableyheath?

The most common type of planning application near Rableyheath is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rableyheath?

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Rableyheath, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

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Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rableyheath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Rableyheath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rableyheath.

- Robin Hood And Little John Rabley Heath Road Codicote Welwyn Hertfordshire AL6 9UB
Confirmation of material start on site of planning permission 24/01009/FP & Listed Building Consent 24/01010/LBC granted on 17.07.2024 for Infill courtyard extension and conservatory to west elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-11
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- Robin Hood And Little John Rabley Heath Road Codicote Welwyn Hertfordshire AL6 9UB
Erection of outbuilding to provide staff accommodation and kitchen storage following demolition of existing chicken shed.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-11-21
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- Robin Hood And Little John Rabley Heath Road Codicote Welwyn Hertfordshire AL6 9UB
Details reserved by condition 3 (Materials) of listed building consent reference no 24/01010/LBC granted 17.07.2024.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-07-31
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A brief summary of Rableyheath in Hertfordshire

Rableyheath is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

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

Rableyheath has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stockens Green Knebworth, Old Knebworth, Deard's End Lane, Knebworth. 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 Rableyheath includes 5 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 Rableyheath

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Rableyheath. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Rableyheath.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Rableyheath were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (6), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 17 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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