The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

This site has had 4 applications since 2023: 4 approved, 0 refused.

• 3/23/0235/LBC Granted

  The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  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.

  Decided 5 Apr 2023 Heritage and listed buildings
• 3/23/0234/FUL Granted

  The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

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

  Decided 5 Apr 2023 Full applications
• 3/23/0101/LBC Granted

  The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  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.

  Decided 20 Apr 2023 Heritage and listed buildings

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

• Application: 3/02/2257/AD (Decided)
• Application: 3/02/2258/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/03/0460/AD (Decided)
• Application: 3/03/0461/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/11/1597/AD (Decided)
• Application: 3/11/1672/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/14/1134/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/14/1817/FP (Decided)
• Application: 3/14/1818/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/0353/LBC (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/0356/ADV (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/1004/FUL (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/1005/LBC (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/1362/LBC (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/1363/ADV (Decided)
• Application: 3/16/2431/LBC (Decided)
• Application: 3/17/1353/FUL (Decided)
• Application: 3/17/1354/ADV (Decided)
• Application: 3/23/0101/LBC (Decided)
• Application: 3/94/1180/FP (Decided)
• Application: 3/94/1181/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/95/0867/FP (Decided)
• Application: 3/95/0868/LB (Decided)
• Application: 3/95/1038/AD (Decided)
• Application: 3/96/0139/FO (Decided)

East Hertfordshire granted permission on 20 April 2023, subject to any conditions on the decision notice. Work must normally begin within three years or the permission lapses. More in our guide to what happens after a planning decision.

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• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0101/LBC Submitted 19 Jan 2023 50 yards 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 14 docs

• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0235/LBC Submitted 7 Feb 2023 50 yards 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 27 docs

• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0234/FUL Submitted 7 Feb 2023 50 yards away

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

  Granted Full applications 28 docs

• 5 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/26/1059/LBC Submitted 29 Jul 2026 50 yards away

  87% 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 5 docs

• 5 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/26/1107/FUL Submitted 6 Aug 2026 50 yards away

  78% historically approved · decision due ~15 Oct

  Installation of new retractable awning and two patio bar heaters to front elevation (Part Retrospective)

  Awaiting decision Full applications 9 docs

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

  3/25/1662/FUL Submitted 23 Oct 2025 50 yards away

  78% 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

• 3/26/1433/ADV Awaiting decision

  1 Fore Street Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1DA

  Advertisement consent for three non-illuminated awning signs

  Received 7 Oct, published by the council 23 Oct 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/1406/ADV Awaiting decision

  Camellia House Care Home 34 - 36 Hoe Lane Ware Hertfordshire SG12 9NZ

  Advertisement consent for the installation of 1 x externally illuminated post sign, 2 x wall mounted externally illuminated fascia signs and 1 x set of individual letters

  Received 1 Oct, published by the council 20 Oct 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/1287/ADV Awaiting decision

  2 - 4 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EY

  Installation of a non-illuminated hanging sign

  Received 11 Sep, published by the council 30 Sep 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/1275/ADV Awaiting decision

  20 The Causeway Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 2EJ

  Advertisement consent for the display of one non-illuminated sign

  Received 10 Sep, published by the council 15 Oct 2026 Advertising
• 3/26/0997/ADV Refused

  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

  Received 15 Jul, published by the council 8 Aug 2026 Advertising