Gibraltar, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gibraltar, Kent.
Kent · England · settlement
About Gibraltar
Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory situated at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, covering an area of 6.8 km² (2.6 sq mi) and bordered to the north by Spain. The iconic Rock of Gibraltar looms over a densely populated town, which is home to approximately 34,000 residents, predominantly Gibraltarians. This unique coastal location, near the Mediterranean's exit into the Atlantic Ocean, makes it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Folkestone and Hythe
- Parliamentary constituency: Folkestone and Hythe
- LSOA: Folkestone and Hythe 002A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gibraltar.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gibraltar.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Gibraltar based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
16 planning applications found near Gibraltar.
- - Redsole Lane, Paddlesworth
Consultation request for a new BOAT, numbered HE379, and Restricted Byway, numbered HE380, running between Redsole Lane and Pay Street at Paddlesworth.
Status: Undecided | Council: Shepway | Date: 2026-05-12
View full details - - 72, 74 & 76 Pannell Drive, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7QP
Replacement of existing timber windows with UPVC casement windows and aluminium main entrance door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 66, 68 & 70 Pannell Drive, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7QP
Replacement of existing timber windows with UPVC casement windows and aluminium main entrance door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - 54 to 58 Pannell Drive, Hawkinge, CT18 7QP
Replacement of timber windows with double glazed white UPVC casement windows. Replacement of communal entrance door and sidelight with double glazed white powder coated aluminium door and sidelight.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 36 The Meade, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7NJ
Construction of a timber outbuilding.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 9 Orr Close, Hawkinge, CT18 7QT
Single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - FISHERS LANE, PADDLESWORTH
Consultation request for a new Restricted Byway, numbered KH378, running between Fishers Lane at Paddlesworth and Elvington Lane at Hawkinge.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - 25/1874/FH - FISHERS LANE, PADDLESWORTH
Consultation request for a new Restricted Byway, numbered KH378, running between Fishers Lane at Paddlesworth and Elvington Lane at Hawkinge.
Status: Withdrawn | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - 15A HAGGER DRIVE, HAWKINGE, FOLKESTONE, CT18 7RD
Two storey one bed detached dwelling, together with associated landscaping and parking area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - 68 LEWIS ROAD, HAWKINGE, FOLKESTONE, CT18 7SE
Conversion of integral garage to living accommodation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - 1 CEMETERY COTTAGES, AERODROME ROAD, HAWKINGE, FOLKESTONE, CT18 7AG
Single storey rear extension, rear dormer, double garage with office above and associated parking and landscaping. solar panels to main property.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details - - 26 HASKARD CLOSE, HAWKINGE, FOLKESTONE, CT18 7NB
Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) for the erection of mono-pitch extension, to be a continuation of existing rear extension to include removal of existing garage door and installation of new o
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Shepway | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - Former Officer's Mess, Aerodrome Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7AG
Approval of details pursuant to Condition 13 (Strategic Landscape Areas) and Condition 14 (Soft and Hard Landscaping) of planning application Y15/0030/FH
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Shepway | Date: 2023-11-03
View full details - - 33 Lancaster Drive, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7SW
Lawful Devolopment Certificate (proposed) to incorporate the landscape buffer zone into residential garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Shepway | Date: 2023-10-06
View full details - - 29 Lancaster Drive, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7SW
Incorporate the landscape buffer zone adjacent to property into a residential garden
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Shepway | Date: 2023-10-04
View full details - - Cemetery Lodge, Aerodrome Road, Hawkinge, Folkestone, CT18 7AG
Lawful Development Certificate (proposed) for Solar panel array
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Shepway | Date: 2023-07-11
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A brief summary of Gibraltar in Kent
Gibraltar is a British Overseas Territory situated at the southern tip of the Iberian Peninsula, covering an area of 6.8 km² (2.6 sq mi) and bordered to the north by Spain. The iconic Rock of Gibraltar looms over a densely populated town, which is home to approximately 34,000 residents, predominantly Gibraltarians. This unique coastal location, near the Mediterranean's exit into the Atlantic Ocean, makes it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gibraltar a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Gibraltar includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Folkestone to Etchinghill Escarpment SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Folkestone to Etchinghill Escarpment. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gibraltar 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.
Planning Activity in Gibraltar
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Gibraltar. Of these, 38% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Gibraltar.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Gibraltar were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 61% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Elvington planning applications
- Arpinge planning applications
- Paddlesworth planning applications
- Hawkinge planning applications
- Densole planning applications
- Morehall planning applications
- Coolinge planning applications
- Ridge Row planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.