A Hertfordshire surfacing company has lodged a formal application to establish a new operating base for its fleet of heavy goods vehicles on the outskirts of a market town.
Application Details and Proposed Operating Centre
East Herts Surfacing Limited is seeking a goods vehicle operator’s licence from the national regulator. The firm wants to officially base three lorries and two trailers at Yard 8, Stonebury Farm, on Hare Street in Buntingford (postcode SG9 0EH).
The legal public notice announcing this application was published on Thursday, 8 January 2026. It appeared both in the local Hertfordshire Mercury newspaper and on the official Public Notice Portal.
Potential Impact and Right to Object
If granted, the site would become the permanent base for the company's vehicles and trailers. The application process requires public notification so that those living or working nearby can assess any potential impact.
Neighbours to the proposed operating centre might need to consider factors such as increased vehicle movements, noise levels, access arrangements, and parking. The exact effect would depend on the final site layout and the operating hours adopted by the company.
The law provides a formal channel for those who believe their enjoyment of neighbouring land could be affected. They can make written representations to the independent Traffic Commissioner at Quarry House, Quarry Hill, Leeds, LS2 7UE.
Deadline for Public Representations
Any such representation must clearly state the reasons for objection and must be received by the Commissioner within 21 days of the notice's publication. Based on the publication date of January 8, the final deadline for receipt is Thursday, 29 January 2026.
It is a legal requirement that a copy of any representation is also sent directly to the applicant, East Herts Surfacing Limited, at the operating centre address given above.
Residents with concerns are encouraged to review the full notice details and consider submitting a representation before the deadline. Official guidance on the process, titled 'A Guide to Making Representations for goods vehicle operator licensing', is available from the UK government's website.
