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23 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Sawbridgeworth · updated daily · East Hertfordshire District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 90 days

11 New Street Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 9BAAwaiting decisionRaising of roof to allow for hip to gable roof extension for loft conversion and installation of four dormers, demolition of conservatory and garage, construction of single storey side extension and part-single, part-two storey rear extension with alterations to fenestrationReceived 11 Nov 20263/26/1584/HH
14 Hoestock Road Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 0DZAwaiting decisionSingle storey side and rear extensionReceived 6 Nov 20263/26/1576/HH
76 London Road Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 9JNAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing rear outbuilding and erection of a replacement outbuilding within an existing commercial premises (Class E)Received 2 Nov 20263/26/1527/FUL
36 Bell Street Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 9ANAwaiting decisionChange of use to the first-floor from Class E (Office) to Class C3 (Residential) to a one-bedroom flatReceived 14 Oct 20263/26/1267/FUL
36 Bell Street Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 9ANAwaiting decisionListed building consent for the change of use to the firstfFloor from Class E (Office) to Class C3 (Residential) to a one-bedroom flatReceived 14 Oct 20263/26/1268/LBC

Planning in Sawbridgeworth

Approved: 79%; 119 of 136 decided
Decision time: about 11 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sawbridgeworth in the last 24 months, from East Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Sawbridgeworth

Postcode districts

CM21 93 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: East Hertfordshire District Council

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About Sawbridgeworth

Sawbridgeworth is a town and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, situated 10 miles east of Hertford. Nestled between Bishop's Stortford to the north and Harlow to the south, the town lies along the west bank of the River Stort, which serves as the boundary with Essex. This strategic location makes it a key area for planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm and accessibility to nearby urban centres. The town has a population of approximately 8,742 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Sawbridgeworth show an average sale price of £432,330, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Sawbridgeworth has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sawbridgeworth 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sawbridgeworth, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 172 planning applications were submitted near Sawbridgeworth. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (60), discharge of conditions (49), outline applications (14).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sawbridgeworth?

In the last 24 months, 172 planning applications were submitted near Sawbridgeworth. The approval rate is 79%.

How long do planning decisions take near Sawbridgeworth?

The average planning decision time near Sawbridgeworth is 77 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 Sawbridgeworth?

The planning approval rate near Sawbridgeworth is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sawbridgeworth?

The most common type of planning application near Sawbridgeworth is full planning applications, with 60 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sawbridgeworth?

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