Search Widford planning applications

21 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Widford · updated daily · East Hertfordshire District Council

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 21 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Wilmoor Ware Road Widford Hertfordshire SG12 8REAwaiting decisionVariation of Condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to planning permission ref: 3/25/0231/FUL (Demolition of outbuilding. Erection of dwelling incorporating landscaping and creation of access): Amended drawings reflecting minor changesReceived 4 Nov 20263/26/1300/VAR
Chapel House Hunsdon Road Widford Hertfordshire SG12 8RZAwaiting decisionConstruction of annexe. (Retrospective)Received 24 Sep 20263/26/1372/HH
The Croft Nether Street Widford Hertfordshire SG12 8TLApprovedVariation of condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to planning permission (3/26/0815/VAR/Dated 19/08/2026) for (Variation of conditions 2 (approved plans) and 3 (materials) attached to pp 3/26/0398/HH (roof alterations and extensions including replacement gable roof with 2 x dormers to front and 3 x dormer windows to rear in connection with creation of first floor living accommodation. Construction of storm porch and single storey front, side and rear extensions following demolition of existing rear extension and conservatory. Fenestration and external alterations) to allow for changes to finish of proposed roof). The amendments include addition of two windowsReceived 3 Sep 2026Decided 27 Oct 20263/26/1239/VAR
Hawthorn Cottage Nether Street Widford Hertfordshire SG12 8TLAwaiting decisionCertificate of lawfulness for existing ancillary residential use of outbuilding incidental to enjoyment of dwellinghouseReceived 14 Aug 20263/26/1147/CLEO
Wilmoor Ware Road Widford Hertfordshire SG12 8REWithdrawnVariation of Condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to planning permission (3/25/0231/FUL) for (Demolition of outbuilding. Erection of dwelling incorporating landscaping and creation of access): Amended scheme with minor changesReceived 23 Jul 2026Decided 8 Sep 20263/26/1032/VAR

Planning in Widford

Approved: 85%; 23 of 24 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

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

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Around Widford

Postcode districts

SG12 323 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 Widford

Widford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England, approximately 4 miles east of Ware. The village is traversed by the River Ash, enhancing its scenic charm. As of the 2021 census, Widford has a population of 659 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be affected by local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 659 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Widford show an average sale price of £486,495, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Widford has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widford 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 Widford, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Widford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Widford?

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Widford. The approval rate is 85%.

How long do planning decisions take near Widford?

The average planning decision time near Widford is 94 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 Widford?

The planning approval rate near Widford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Widford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Widford?

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