Chilham, Kent Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Chilham, Kent. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Kent council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Prior approval for the change of use and conversion of an agricultural building to one residential dwelling, together with associated operational works, including the conversion of an outbuilding to a home office, following the demolition of the covered lean-to connecting the two buildings.
5 day notification - one area of Ash on Mountain Lane numbering three trees, dead from ash dieback.
Erection of a marquee structure on the footprint of a former tennis court - Retrospective
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About Chilham - Planning Applications & Local Development
Chilham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Borough of Ashford, Kent, approximately 5.5 miles southwest of Canterbury and 7 miles northeast of Ashford. Primarily agricultural, the village is centred around the Grade I-listed Chilham Castle and features well-preserved roads and residential buildings that have made it a popular filming location. The civil parish also includes the smaller settlement of Shottenden, situated 1.5 miles to the west, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to heritage and rural development. The other has a population of approximately 1,774 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.
Chilham covers an area of approximately 13.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Chilham 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 (May 2026). This makes Chilham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Chilham has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chilham 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 Chilham, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.