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Within 0.62 miles of SG5 1AEApplication dates: 29 Sep 2025 to 29 Sep 2026Showing applications within 0.62 miles of this postcode.
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PLANNING APPLICATIONS

Within 0.62 miles of SG5 1AE

14 applications found.

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Full planning applicationAwaiting decision

15 The Finches Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9PB

Single storey front and side extensions. Insertion of side box dormer and 4 no. rooflights to facilitate conversion of loft into habitable accommodation. Addition of solar panel array onto proposed side dormer flat roof and reposition of existing solar panels. Alterations to fenestration and removal of chimney. Repositioning…

Reference
26/01890/FPH
Application date
7 September 2026
Full planning applicationAwaiting decision

20 High View Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2HL

Single storey side extension to existing detached garden room to facilitate conversion into ancillary annexe following demolition of existing detached shed.

Reference
26/01589/FPH
Application date
4 September 2026
Tree worksAwaiting decision

Ashurst Wratten Road East Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2AS

T1: Sycamore - Fell to ground level. T2: Holly - Reduce by 1-2m all round. T3: Yew - Cut back and prune by 1-2m all round to maintain size and shape. T4: Holm Oak - Crown reduce by 2-3m all round to maintain size and shape. T5: Robinia…

Reference
26/02177/TCA
Application date
28 August 2026
Full planning applicationAwaiting decision

51 Gaping Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2JE

Part two storey and part single storey side extension following removal of detached shed. Replacement of existing roof tiles and alterations to first floor rear fenestration.

Reference
26/02179/FPH
Application date
28 August 2026
Outline or preliminary applicationAwaiting decision

3 Westfield Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2HE

Hipped to gable roof extension and insertion of rear dormer with glass balustrade to facilitate loft conversion to habitable space. Insertion of 2nd floor side window (obscured). Removal of existing chimneys.

Reference
26/02148/LDCP
Application date
27 August 2026
Full Permission HouseholderApproved

Lane End 27A Wymondley Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9PN

Single storey rear extension, alterations to existing fenestration to include replacing first floor door with a window, and render finish to external walls following demolition of existing rear conservatory and south elevation balcony structure.

Reference
26/01731/FPH
Application date
22 July 2026
Decision date
25 August 2026
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