Planning and building

Latest planning updates:

Mandatory Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) - New Planning requirements

Planning permissions granted in England (unless otherwise exempt) must now deliver at least 10% biodiversity net gain (BNG).

Consultation on Community Infrastructure Levy Draft Charging Schedule - January 2024 (Revised August 2024)

Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council is currently consulting on a Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) draft charging schedule. The consultation runs until 2 September 2024.

Information for Developers - see our Planning Policy guidance notes

Local Plan Examination

View the blueprint for the future growth in Welwyn Hatfield.

Latest on the local plan

Planning advice appointments

For general questions about planning you can book an appointment with the Duty Planning Officer (10 - 12 am Monday to Friday). Please note for questions about a specific planning application you should contact the Case Officer instead.

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Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL)

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