Driveways and dropped kerbs in Stevenage
71 applications since 2020. 51 approved and 5 refused. Refused: about 1 in 11 here, about 1 in 5 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- A new or replacement hard surface in front of the house over 5 square metres must be porous, or drain to a lawn or border within the property
- A new access onto a minor road is only permitted alongside other permitted works; onto a classified or trunk road it needs permission
England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this. The full rules.
Year by year
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 9 | 7 | 0 |
| 2025 | 13 | 11 | 0 |
| 2024 | 18 | 11 | 1 |
| 2023 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| 2021 | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 12 | 10 | 1 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Hertfordshire | 370 | 164 | about 1 in 3 |
| North Hertfordshire | 391 | 98 | about 1 in 5 |