The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

1. 18 Jan 2023

   Received by East Hertfordshire

2. 20 Apr 2023

   Decision issued: Grant Consent (LBC & ADV)

3. 31 Aug 2026

   Added to PlanIndex

Permission has been granted, usually subject to conditions listed on the decision notice, some of which must be discharged before work starts. The decision notice on the council portal sets out exactly what was approved.

Work must normally begin within three years of the decision or the permission lapses. Neighbours cannot appeal a grant; challenging one means judicial review of how the decision was made, within tight time limits.

Advertisement consent controls signs, hoardings and other adverts. The council may only judge two things: amenity, meaning the effect on the appearance of the building and area, and public safety, chiefly whether a sign distracts road users or obstructs sight lines. Other planning considerations, such as competition between businesses, do not apply.

More on advertising applications in our guide

• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0101/LBC Submitted 19 Jan 2023 0m away

  Installation of replacement signage comprising of 1 set of externally illuminated fascia text, 1 externally illuminated projection sign, and 1 non illuminated sign. Painting of the building: Front facade in Little Green Perennial Grey 245; Railings to the secret garden and main front door in Little Green Adventurer 7; Window frames and stall riser in Little Green Vulcan 324; Fascia, pilaster and columns in Farrow and Ball Hague Blue.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings Windows or glazing 15 docs

• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0235/LBC Submitted 7 Feb 2023 1m away

  Proposed internal alterations and refurbishment/redecoration works, including alterations to the bar servery, fixed furniture, a new screen adjacent to the bar servery, new flooring, new electrical items, refurbishment of the toilets and full redecoration throughout. Proposed external works, including installation of retractable canopy, seating, lighting, television and erection of bin stores.

  Granted Heritage and listed buildings 29 docs

• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0234/FUL Submitted 7 Feb 2023 1m away

  Proposed external works, including installation of retractable canopy, seating, lighting, television and erection of bin stores.

  Granted Full applications 30 docs

• 5 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/26/1059/LBC Submitted 29 Jul 2026 8m away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~23 Sep

  Installation of new fascia sign, retractable awning and two patio bar heaters to front elevation (part retrospective)

  Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings 4 docs

• 13 Castle Street And 25 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/25/1662/FUL Submitted 23 Oct 2025 8m away

  80% historically approved · decision due ~8 Jan

  Change of use from retail/office to mixed-use development comprising 2 x retail units and 3 x residential flats; partial demolition of rear outbuildings; construction of single storey rear extension; formation of rear dormer; roof alterations including reformation and repairs to existing pitched and lean-to roofs; internal reconfiguration including new walls, full-height glazed screen, communal corridor, WC facilities for retail units, and new entrances; provision of shower rooms for residential units

  Awaiting decision Full applications New dwelling Extension +4 15 docs
  Small domestic

• 13 Castle Street And 25 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/25/1663/LBC Submitted 23 Oct 2025 8m away

  88% historically approved · decision due ~8 Jan

  Change of use from retail/office to mixed-use development comprising 2 x retail units and 3 x residential flats; partial demolition of rear outbuildings; construction of single storey rear extension; formation of rear dormer; roof alterations including reformation and repairs to existing pitched and lean-to roofs; internal reconfiguration including new walls, full-height glazed screen, communal corridor, WC facilities for retail units, and new entrances; provision of shower rooms for residential units.

  Awaiting decision Heritage and listed buildings New dwelling Extension +4 10 docs
  Small domestic

• 3/26/0529/ADV Granted

  7 - 8 Bishops Park Centre Lancaster Way Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 4DA

  Three fascia signs and two slimline illuminated signs

  16 Apr 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/1014/ADV Awaiting decision

  5 Potter Street Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 3UH

  Advertisement consent for the installation of 3 internally illuminated fascia signs and 1 internally illuminated projecting sign

  20 Jul 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/0997/ADV Awaiting decision

  Land Adj To 34 London Road Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 5NF

  Installation of Global Street Hub Unit and associated internally illuminated advertisement panels on either side of the unit

  15 Jul 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/0912/ADV Awaiting decision

  2 Church Street Sawbridgeworth Hertfordshire CM21 9AB

  Replacement hanging sign and fixed sign

  26 Jun 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/0868/ADV Awaiting decision

  14 Market Square Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 3UU

  Advertisement consent for the display of a shopfront signage

  17 Jun 2026 Advertising