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Important information before decision on the Neighbourhood Plan on 12 January 2026
The Parish Council has circulated an “Important Update” inviting residents to share views on whether the Neighbourhood Plan should be withdrawn, potentially leaving Hertford Heath as one of the few Group 1 villages in East Herts without an adopted Neighbourhood Plan. The briefing notes that, if the Plan is stopped, allocations would be decided through
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Amwell Place Farm Is Back on the Table – and Residents Could Lose Their Say
Amwell Place Farm Is Back on the Table – and Residents Could Lose Their Say You may have heard that, at the recent Parish Council meeting, councillors discussed whether to vote on abandoning the Hertford Heath Neighbourhood Plan. No vote could be taken because the item was not included on the meeting agenda. We understand that…
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Nine years of patience, £90,000 of public funds, and a clear community vote – all now risk being wasted.
Hertford Heath’s Neighbourhood Plan, meant to empower residents in shaping the growth of the village, is now stalled, leaving the future vulnerable to external decisions by East Herts Council. For over nine years, residents of Hertford Heath have waited patiently for progress on the Neighbourhood Plan. Its purpose is clear: to give the community a
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A Turning Point for the Hertford Heath Neighbourhood Plan — And Why a Lawful Approach Matters Now
In the past, the Hertford Heath Neighbourhood Plan suggested that the Haileybury site alone could meet the community’s full housing needs of a minimum of 84 homes — representing the 10% growth required under the East Herts District Plan. However, the Parish Council has now formally acknowledged that earlier assumptions about Haileybury were flawed. It…
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HERTFORD HEATH’s FUTURE: UNDERSTANDING THE PATH FORWARD
The Hertford Heath Parish Council faces criticism for perceived hesitation in advancing the Neighbourhood Plan, despite community support and volunteer commitment. Concerns about transparency and communication have arisen, with residents urging the Council to engage openly and prioritise collaboration. The Plan is essential for securing community benefits and shaping Hertford Heath’s future.
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Hertford Heath Neighbourhood Plan – Empowering the community to shape their future
Have you ever wished your voice mattered more in decisions about your village? Perhaps you’ve dreamed of new community facilities, safer roads, more leisure options, or improved infrastructure. Well, the power to turn those dreams into reality is in your hands! The Hertford Heath Parish Council made a crucial decision: to empower residents through a
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Hertford Heath Neighbourhood Plan Update: End of GovResources 7-Year Advisory Role with Parish Council
Hertford Heath’s Neighbourhood Plan sees changes as consultancy firm GovResources Ltd departs after advising since 2017, potentially delaying the process due to the need for a new consultant and site selection. Despite these changes, Barclay Grange commits to ongoing transparency and community engagement, focusing on creating a vibrant neighborhood that offers enhanced community benefits and…
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Development on the Football Pitch – Are you onside?
Word is spreading that the Parish Council may be revisiting the idea of building houses on the community football pitch. This was listed in the Parish Council minutes as an item to be discussed at the next Parish Council meeting on Monday 29th April 2024. This valuable open space was previously rejected as a housing
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Important update on the Hertford Heath Neighbourhood Plan
You may be aware that the Parish Council recently announced that the plan has encountered some difficulties. An independent review has identified problems with the previous Steering Group’s site selection process and the lack of proper resident input. Due to these issues, the originally favoured location may no longer be capable of accommodating the minimum
