Solar and renewables in North Hertfordshire

North Hertfordshire received 30 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 14 heat pumps. All 12 decided so far were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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26/01727/FP 21 Jul 2026 Registered

5 Cambridge Road Barley Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8HN

Erection of self-build dwelling with Juliet balcony, solar panels, and access steps following demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings. Hard l...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 21 Jul 2026
26/01633/FPH 14 Jul 2026 Registered

8 Walsworth Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9SP

First floor rear extensions to include Juliet balcony over existing bay window. Alterations to existing fenestration including new first floor obscure...

North Hertfordshire 14 Jul 2026
26/01333/LDCP 2 Jul 2026 Registered

Paddock View High Street Barley Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8HX

Installation of no.12 solar panels on the East roof slope, and no.11 solar panels on the South roof slope. Installation of free standing air source he...

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire 2 Jul 2026
26/01468/FPH 29 Jun 2026 Registered

20 Hodwell Ashwell Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5QQ

Single storey side extensions, following demolition of existing western side element. Removal of existing porch and erection of a replacement porch ca...

Full Permission Householder North Hertfordshire 29 Jun 2026
26/01411/FPH 29 Jun 2026 Registered

139 Bearton Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1UB

Rear roof extension to create additional habitable accommodation at second floor level. Installation of solar panels and alterations to existing singl...

Full Permission Householder North Hertfordshire 29 Jun 2026
26/01616/FP 25 Jun 2026 Registered

Methodist Church Whitehorse Street Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 6QB

Installation of external fire escape stair and fire exit to the rear of the building, installation of rear entrance doors, and installation of no.8 ro...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 25 Jun 2026
26/01302/FP 22 Jun 2026 Registered

Annexe St Hughes Cottage Luton Road Cockernhoe Luton Hertfordshire LU2 8PY

Change of use of detached 2-bed annexe into one self-contained dwelling including insertion of rear dormer window, installation of solar panels to exi...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 22 Jun 2026
26/01553/NMA 16 Jun 2026 Decided

64 Waysbrook Letchworth Garden City Hertfordshire SG6 2DW

Solar panel array proposed to be installed on the front roof slope and other minor alterations to proposed fenestrations; to amend proposal descriptio...

Non-Material Amendment North Hertfordshire 16 Jun 2026
26/01432/FPH 15 Jun 2026 Approved

39 The Avenue Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RQ

Single storey rear and side extensions following demolition of existing garage. Alterations to existing fenestration. Installation of solar panels to ...

Full Permission Householder North Hertfordshire 15 Jun 2026
26/01499/SO 10 Jun 2026 Registered

Land Between Knebworth Golf Club And A1M Old Knebworth Lane Knebworth Hertfordshire

Screening Opinion: Proposed solar photovoltaic farm and associated infrastructure.

Screening Opinion North Hertfordshire 10 Jun 2026
26/01461/FPH 5 Jun 2026 Registered

179 Cambridge Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0JP

Single storey rear and side extension including installation of side solar panels following demolition of existing detached garage. Alterations to exi...

Full Permission Householder North Hertfordshire 5 Jun 2026
26/01198/FP 22 May 2026 Registered

Land South Of Long Acre Luffenhall Luffenhall Hertfordshire

Erection of one detached single storey dwelling house including solar roof panels, air source heat pump, soft landscaping ,and electric vehicle charge...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 22 May 2026
26/01092/FP 22 May 2026 Decided

North Hertfordshire Leisure Centre Baldock Road Letchworth Garden City Hertfordshire SG6 2ER

Installation of Air Source Heat Pump units within an external fenced-off area and external soft landscaping works to the fenced area.

North Hertfordshire 22 May 2026
26/00952/FP 7 May 2026 Withdrawn

5 Cambridge Road Barley Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8HN

Erection of one detached self-build single storey dwelling with solar panels, glazed balustrading, terraced area and access steps, following demolitio...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 7 May 2026
26/00960/LDCP 7 May 2026 Approved

41 The Avenue Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RQ

Installation of solar panels to rear southwest roofslope of dwelling

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire 7 May 2026
25/02873/FP 7 May 2026 Registered

Land On The West Side Of Burge End Lane Pirton Hertfordshire SG5 3QN

Erection of one two-bedroom dwelling including landscaping, bin and bike storage and installation of air source heat pump, solar cells and EV charging...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 7 May 2026
26/00741/FP 1 May 2026 Approved

Gosmore End House Hitchin Road Gosmore Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7QH

Erection of one self-build 4-bed dwelling including installation of air source heat pump and landscaping.

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire 1 May 2026
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need planning permission for solar panels on a house?
Most rooftop solar PV is permitted development if it doesn't project above the highest part of the roof or more than 200mm from the surface. Conservation areas, listed buildings and World Heritage Sites usually require full planning permission or Listed Building Consent.
Do you need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
In most cases an outdoor heat pump unit smaller than 1.5m³ (raised in 2025 from 0.6m³) and at least 1m from the boundary qualifies as permitted development. Listed buildings and conservation areas may need full permission.
How big can a solar farm be without planning permission?
Ground-mounted commercial solar farms above 50kW effectively always require full planning permission. Smaller rooftop installations on industrial or agricultural buildings can sometimes use prior-approval rights under Part 14 of the GPDO.
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