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122 in the last 90 days21 in the last 301 in the last 1489% approveddecisions typically take 86 days

Source: Thanet District Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 158 · received or decided in the last 90 days

37 Arlington Gardens, Margate, Kent, CT9 3TB
Erection of a single storey rear extension with 2no. rooflights following demolition of existing lean-to
PendingHouseholder ApplicationReceived week of 5 Oct 2026FH/TH/26/1015
49 Eastern Esplanade, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 1DU
Erection of dormer to front and rear elevations, installation of new windows and doors and skylight to front elevation, together with external black feather board timber cladding
PendingHouseholder ApplicationReceived week of 28 Sep 2026FH/TH/26/0768
59 Barrington Crescent, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9DF
Erection of a single storey side extension (Retrospective)
PendingHouseholder ApplicationReceived week of 28 Sep 2026FH/TH/26/0863
LAND ADJACENT PUMPING STATION Canterbury Road West, Cliffsend, Kent, CT12 5DU
Erection of a two storey building comprising five units for general industrial use (Use Class B2) together with associated access, parking and landscaping.
PendingFull Planning PermissionReceived week of 28 Sep 2026F/TH/26/0914
SARAH THORNE THEATRE Fordoun Road, Broadstairs, Kent, CT10 2BN
Erection of a single storey rear extension to existing pottery studio building to house kilns, stores and WCs together with installation of 2no rooflights to front.
PendingFull Planning PermissionReceived week of 28 Sep 2026F/TH/26/1005

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Thanet District Council received?

Thanet District Council received 1,412 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.

How long does Thanet District Council take to decide applications?

Thanet District Council takes an average of 86 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 Thanet District Council?

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

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

Submit your representation to Thanet 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 Thanet District Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Thanet District Council planning decision?

Yes. If Thanet District Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 412 appeals were lodged against Thanet District Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 29% success rate.

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

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About Thanet District Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Thanet 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.

Thanet District Council, located in Margate, oversees a diverse area in Kent that includes the towns of Broadstairs, Ramsgate, and Westgate-on-Sea, as well as several villages. The district's name is derived from the historic Isle of Thanet, which became connected to the mainland between the 12th and 16th centuries. For those researching planning applications in this vibrant district, understanding its rich history and urban layout is essential.

The council area encompasses 40 towns and villages, including Broadstairs, Margate and Ramsgate. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Thanet District Council received 1,412 planning applications. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (557), discharge of conditions (217), tree works (180). 38 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

412 planning appeals were lodged against Thanet District Council decisions, of which 104 were allowed and 257 were dismissed (29% success rate).

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