The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

1. 19 Jan 2023

   Received by East Hertfordshire

2. 20 Apr 2023

   Decision issued: Grant Consent w Conds (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.

Heritage applications concern listed buildings and conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for works, inside or out, that affect the special interest of a listed building, and carrying out such works without consent is a criminal offence. The council weighs harm to the heritage asset against any public benefit of the proposal.

More on heritage and listed buildings applications in our guide

• The Blackbirds 17 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

  3/23/0081/ADV Submitted 18 Jan 2023 0m away

  1 set of externally illuminated fascia text to replace existing. 1 externally illuminated projection sign to replace existing. 1 non illuminated sign.

  Granted Advertising 16 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

• 3/26/0467/LBC Refused

  37A High Street Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 9AD

  Erection of timber frame outbuilding for use as a staff area (Retrospective)

  1 Apr 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 3/26/1173/LBC Awaiting decision

  12 Hadham Road Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 2QR

  Internal repair and reinstatement works following water damage, including localised removal and replacement of damaged lime plaster, repairs to fireplaces, hearths, timberwork and floor finishes, investigation of floor movement, replacement of limited skirting and floor tiles, and redecoration of affected rooms and circulation spaces using matching heritage materials where required.

  21 Aug 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 3/26/0261/LBC Granted

  70 Eastwick Road Eastwick Hertfordshire CM20 2QZ

  Single storey rear extension, internal layout alteration, addition of partition walls, removal of a door to create new internal opening, repair works to render and timber work. Replacement of pathway. Replacement of existing timber picket fence and gate to front boundary with black metal heritage railings.

  26 Feb 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 3/26/1087/LBC Awaiting decision

  5 Bayfordbury Mansion Lower Hatfield Road Bayford Hertfordshire SG13 8RE

  Listed building consent for garage conversion into a garden room, plant room, store and a shower/w.c. with associated works to include the reinstatement of a historic arch opening with white double doors, a semi-circular fixed glazed fanlight and a Georgian style cast stone surround with plinth

  3 Aug 2026 Heritage and listed buildings
• 3/26/1059/LBC Awaiting decision

  5 Parliament Square Hertford Hertfordshire SG14 1EX

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

  29 Jul 2026 Heritage and listed buildings