26/01097/FPApprove With ConditionsLast updated 22/07/2026, 16:27

Planning permission is sought to convert a restaurant space into commercial office accommodation.

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Market Place, Hitchin SG5

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Change of use from Restaurant Class E(b) to Office Class E(c)

Application Timeline

Application Registered15/05/2026

Application Validated15/05/2026

Decision Made15/07/2026

Decision Issued15/07/2026

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Commercial or licensed use

The description mentions a commercial, licensed or industrial use.

Change of use

The application seeks a change of use for the site.

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Saffron Loasby

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Michael Collins

Michael Collins Architects

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