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607 in the last 90 days129 in the last 3020 in the last 1489% approveddecisions typically take 53 days

Source: Sevenoaks District Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 658 · received or decided in the last 90 days

31 Lime Tree Walk Sevenoaks Kent TN13 1YH
Arizona Cyprus tree - removal.
PendingWorks to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 21 Oct 202626/02768/WTCA
Barnford House Furzefield Avenue Speldhurst Tunbridge Wells Kent TN3 0LD
First floor and single storey rear extensions, associated roof extension, alterations to fenestration/external materials.
PendingAdjoining Authority ConsultationReceived 20 Oct 202626/02759/ADJ
11 Boakes Meadow Shoreham Kent TN14 7SH
Various works to Trees.
PendingWorks to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 19 Oct 202626/02747/WTCA
Blueberry Hill Wildernesse Avenue Sevenoaks Kent TN15 0EA
T1- Large leaning Beech - to remove to ground level. T2 - Copper beech - Remove tree.
PendingWorks to Trees in a Conservation AreaReceived 19 Oct 202626/02743/WTCA
Bothy Cottage Highfield Row Dow Lane Knatts Valley Kent TN15 6XN
Details pursuant to condition 3 (soft landscaping scheme) of 26/01118/HOUSE.
PendingApproval of DetailsReceived 16 Oct 202626/02763/DETAIL

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Sevenoaks District Council received?

Sevenoaks District Council received 2,909 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.

How long does Sevenoaks District Council take to decide applications?

Sevenoaks District Council takes an average of 53 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Sevenoaks District Council?

Sevenoaks District Council approves 89% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Sevenoaks District Council?

Submit your representation to Sevenoaks District Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Sevenoaks District Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Sevenoaks District Council planning decision?

Yes. If Sevenoaks District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 839 appeals were lodged against Sevenoaks District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 31% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Sevenoaks District Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Sevenoaks District Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Sevenoaks District Council, located in west Kent, England, serves the local government needs of the Sevenoaks area. The council operates from the town of Sevenoaks, making it a key resource for residents and businesses looking to navigate planning applications within the district.

The council area encompasses 123 towns and villages, including Sevenoaks and Swanley. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Sevenoaks District Council received 2,909 planning applications. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (677), tree works (547), full planning applications (420). 10 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

839 planning appeals were lodged against Sevenoaks District Council decisions, of which 232 were allowed and 517 were dismissed (31% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Sevenoaks District Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Sevenoaks District Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.