About the Inquiry

The public inquiry is being held into our decision to refuse planning application 23/0937/OUT for: 

Outline planning application for the erection of up to 220 dwellings, including 50% affordable housing, self-build/custom-build plots, green infrastructure (including public open space, play area, landscape planting and sustainable drainage systems), ecological enhancements to Woodcock Hill Village Green, new multi-modal vehicular access from Furzehill Road, emergency, pedestrian and cycle access from Carrington Avenue, and associated works and development. (Outline Application to include Access, with all other matters reserved).: 

Land Off Barnet Lane And Furzehill Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire

Core documents relating to the inquiry are available to view via the link on the right. Further documents may be added to this page during the course of the inquiry.

Dates for the inquiry

The inquiry opens on Tuesday 5 November at 10am. The location is Elstree Studios, Shenley Road, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, WD6 1DG. You may attend the Public Inquiry and, at the Inspector's discretion, give your views either in person or through a representative.

View the draft inquiry schedule

It then continues on the following dates:

Week 1:

  • Wednesday 6 November - starts at 10am
  • Thursday 7 November - starts at 10am
  • Friday 8 November - starts at 9.30am

 

The final session will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on Wednesday 13 November from 10am to 2pm. Please note that the studio will not be accessible on this date. 

Join the Microsoft Teams meeting

Appeal Details

  • Planning Inspectorate reference: APP/N1920/W/24/3346928
  • Location: Land Off Barnet Lane And Furzehill Road, Borehamwood

Planning Inspectorate Inquiries & Major Casework Officer Contact Details

  • Name: D Wildsmith BSc, MSc, CEng, MICE FCIHT, MRTPI
  • Email: John.legg@planninginspectorate.gov.uk
  • Phone number: 0303 444 5244