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Planning in Bottom Pond

Approved
88%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bottom Pond in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Bottom Pond

Postcode districts

ME9 289 applications in the last 12 monthsME13 398 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Bottom Pond

Bottom Pond is a settlement located in Kent, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bottom Pond area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bottom Pond a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bottom Pond has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bottom Pond planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bottom Pond, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bottom Pond. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bottom Pond?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bottom Pond. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bottom Pond?
The average planning decision time near Bottom Pond is 60 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Bottom Pond?
The planning approval rate near Bottom Pond is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bottom Pond?
The most common type of planning application near Bottom Pond is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bottom Pond?
You can search and track planning applications near Bottom Pond on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.