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Hertsmere Designation Notice

Hertsmere Borough Council has been designated by the Secretary of State under Section 62A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 (as amended) in relation to its handling of major planning applications.

This designation took effect from 15 June 2026 and will remain in place until it is formally withdrawn by the Government. In accordance with the Government’s requirements a copy of the Notice can be found on this web page. For those considering this route information and procedural guidance on Section 62A can be found at:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/planning-applications-s62a

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/planning-applications-process-section-62a-authorities-in-special-measures/procedural-guidance-for-section-62a-authorities-in-special-measures

Hertsmere Borough Council will continue to determine planning applications as normal. The designation does, however, provide an additional option for applicants if they so wish.