Solar and renewables in North Hertfordshire

North Hertfordshire received 71 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 1 solar farm, 1 battery storage site and 34 heat pumps. Of the 53 decided so far, 51 were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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23 Oct 2026 Registered 26/02568/FP

Royston Leisure Centre Woodcock Road Royston Hertfordshire SG8 7XT

Erection of a single-storey learner pool extension to the east elevation of Royston Leisure Centre, including changing facilities, filtration plant an...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
16 Oct 2026 Registered 26/02392/FP

Land South Of 14 High Street Graveley Hertfordshire SG4 7LB

Erection of one detached self-build dwelling including parking, cycle store, bin store, Air Source Heat Pump, alterations to ground levels and soft an...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
12 Oct 2026 Registered 26/02338/FP

Bury Lodge Ickleford Bury Old Hale Way Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 3UW

Erection of one detached self-build bungalow including parking, cycle storage, Air Source Heat Pump and landscaping following demolition of existing d...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
9 Oct 2026 Registered 26/02427/FP

111 Walsworth Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9SP

Installation of external air source heat pump to rear elevation

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
28 Sept 2026 Registered 26/02429/FPH

72 Lindsell Avenue Letchworth Garden City Hertfordshire SG6 4DQ

Installation of one rear freestanding air source heat pump.

Full Permission Householder North Hertfordshire
28 Sept 2026 Registered 26/02223/LDCP

23 Royal Oak Lane Pirton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 3QT

Installation of solar panels to existing front roofslope.

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire
24 Sept 2026 Approved 7 Oct 26/02403/NMA

5 Oaktree Close Letchworth Garden City Hertfordshire SG6 3XY

Installation of doors and windows to proposed shed, installation of solar panels on rear elevation and installation of EV charger to front elevation (...

Non-Material Amendment North Hertfordshire
22 Sept 2026 Registered 26/02227/LDCP

6 The Beeches Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9HU

Replacement tiles and installation of solar panels to existing front and side elevations

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire
15 Sept 2026 Registered 26/02122/FP

25 Lower Road Breachwood Green Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8NS

Erection of four dwellings including landscaping, parking, cycle stores and installation of four air source heat pumps. Creation of vehicular access o...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
7 Sept 2026 Registered 26/01890/FPH

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 accommodati...

Full Permission Householder North Hertfordshire
3 Sept 2026 Registered 26/02084/FP

Southern Green Farm Southern Green Rushden Hertfordshire SG9 0SX

Erection of four detached dwellings with air source heat pumps, parking and landscaping following demolition of existing agricultural building.

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
3 Sept 2026 Approved 27 Oct 26/02039/FP

77 Park Lane Old Knebworth Knebworth Hertfordshire SG3 6PP

Erection of one detached three-bedroom dwelling including detached double garage with Air Source Heat Pump and soft and hard landscaping works followi...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
27 Aug 2026 Registered 26/01724/FP

134 High Street Kimpton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8QP

Erection of two semi-detached 3-bed dwellings following demolition of existing dwelling and double garage including landscaping, parking , bin and bik...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
18 Aug 2026 Approved 16 Oct 26/01938/LBC

Hitchin Town Hall Brand Street Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1HX

Decarbonisation works including provision of secondary glazing to existing windows, the provision of insulation to the roof void above the main hall, ...

Listed Building Consent North Hertfordshire
18 Aug 2026 Approved 16 Oct 26/01937/FP

Hitchin Town Hall Brand Street Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1HX

Decarbonisation works including provision of secondary glazing to existing windows, the provision of insulation to the roof void above the main hall, ...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
18 Aug 2026 Approved 19 Oct 26/01961/LDCP

18 Chiltern Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9PJ

Installation of up to 24 solar panels on the roof of the single storey rear extension. Installation of a battery system to aid the energy efficiency o...

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire
17 Aug 2026 Approved 26 Oct 26/01819/FP

Health Centre Bedford Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1HF

Installation of air source heat pump and acoustic enclosure.

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
13 Aug 2026 Registered 26/02035/FP

Land Adjacent To 67 Park Lane Knebworth Hertfordshire SG3 6PW

Erection of building for church hall use including car parking, hard and soft landscaping, bin store and air source heat pump enclosure on south-west ...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
10 Aug 2026 Approved 15 Sep 26/01517/LDCP

40 The Avenue Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RQ

Installation of solar panels on the rear roof slopes and the side roof slope (adjacent to The Avenue Path)

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire
6 Aug 2026 Approved 29 Sep 26/01714/LDCP

Green Oak Barn London Road St Ippolyts Hertfordshire SG4 7NE

Installation of solar panels to north end of existing roof.

Lawful Development Certificate Proposed North Hertfordshire
5 Aug 2026 Approved 28 Sep 26/01798/FP

158 High Street Codicote Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8UB

Change of use and conversion of existing building (use class E) to create one dwelling including insertion of rooflights to existing side roofslope, l...

Full Planning Permission North Hertfordshire
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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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