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Planning formsDownload the standard 1-App application forms
Advice about commenting on plansDownload the leaflet (PDF)
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Planning Aid East of EnglandProvides free planning advice to those who cannot afford professional fees (external link)
Hertsmere Borough Council has to put together a plan of what development there should be, and where, in the Borough until 2027.
The Core Strategy DPD was submitted to the Secretary of State on 10 February 2012. Ms Mary Travers BA (Hons) DipTP MRTPI has been appointed as independent Inspector, and will determine whether the DPD is sound. To be sound, it should be justified, effective and consistent with national policy. The Inspector will consider the submitted DPD along with all representations made and supporting evidence, and will hold hearings as part of the Examination in Public (EiP).
The main documents are available for download (in PDF) and paper copies are also available for inspection at Civic Offices during normal opening hours.
The Council is undertaking a number of studies and surveys to gather information for the new Local Development Framework.
Hertsmere Borough Council, as the Local Planning Authority, has a statutory duty to guide development within the Borough.
This page details consultations and surveys carried out by the Planning department.
The Radlett District Centre - Key Locations: Planning Brief Supplementary Planning Document (SPD) has been adopted by the Council with effect for planning applications registered on or after 16 March 2011.
The Statement of Community Involvement explains how the Council consults the community of Hertsmere on planning issues.
This section contains answers to some Frequently Asked Questions about the Statement of Community Involvement.
The Strategic Housing Land Availability Assessment (SHLAA) forms part of the Council’s evidence base that will inform the new Local Development Framework.
Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs) provide additional information to support policies in the Local Development Framework and Local Plan.