How long do planning decisions take near Horton?

The average planning decision time near Horton 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 Horton?

The planning approval rate near Horton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Horton?

The most common type of planning application near Horton is listed building consent applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Horton?

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Horton, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Horton, Kent.

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Area Information

Admin district: Canterbury
Parliamentary constituency: Canterbury
LSOA: Canterbury 018D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Horton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Horton.

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 Horton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Horton.

- Unit 4 Stour Valley Business Park Ashford Road Chartham Kent CT4 7HF
Removal of condition 2 (premises use) of planning permission CA//10/01900/FUL for the change of use from light industrial (B1 Use Class) to retail (A1 Use Class).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2025-06-25
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- Southcrete Ashford Road Chartham Kent CT4 7HN
Porch to front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Canterbury | Date: 2024-06-12
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A brief summary of Horton in Kent

Horton is a settlement located in Kent, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Horton a particularly low-crime area.

Horton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chartham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Horton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Larkey Valley Wood SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Horton

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Horton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Horton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Horton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Horton were listed building and heritage (7), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

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