Oakhurst Lodge Magpie Hall Road, Bushey Heath, Bushey, WD23 1NY

Pending PL/1009/26 - Adjacent Authority Consultation
Council
Date received
18 Apr 2026
Postcode
WD23 1NY
Type
Adjacent Authority Consultation

Description

Consultation from Neighbouring Authority: London Borough of Hertsmere: Reference 26/0353/HSE; Single storey and first floor side infill extensions; conversion of loft to habitable space with roof alterations to include increase in ridge height, insertion of 4x dormer windows (3x to rear with Juliet balconies, 1x to front) and 5x roof lights (2x to each side, 1x to rear); alterations to fenestration

5.9/10
Planning Authority Score
#100 of 277

Harrow is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #45 out of 277. Harrow is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 83% approved vs 90% nationally.

Harrow decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
78%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #257 of 277
83%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #242 of 277
89%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #45 of 277
31%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #58 of 277
49%
Minor dwellings approved
136 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
4 decided (10+ homes)
54%
Change of use approved
24 decided
1,316
Total decisions
287 refused in 2025