5 Matching Lane Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 2PP

Awaiting decision 3/26/0544/HH
Date received
20 Apr 2026
Date validated
20 Apr 2026
Postcode
CM23 2PP

Description

Proposed first floor side extension, single storey rear extension, conversion of existing garage, and addition of a new front porch, together with external alterations including replacement doors and windows, addition of cladding and render, and associated landscaping works comprising a new patio area and stepped access to the rear garden

5.9/10
Planning Authority Score
#100 of 282

East Hertfordshire is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #39 out of 282. Householder applications are slightly less likely to be approved here (84%) than the national average (90%).

East Hertfordshire decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
80%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #251 of 282
84%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #239 of 282
91%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #39 of 282
32%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #68 of 282
53%
Minor dwellings approved
139 decided (1-9 homes)
88%
Major dwellings approved
16 decided (10+ homes)
85%
Change of use approved
34 decided
1,218
Total decisions
246 refused in 2025