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Planning in Howt Green

Approved
73%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Howt Green

Postcode districts

ME10 238 applications in the last 12 monthsME9 289 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 Howt Green

Howt Green is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Howt Green show an average sale price of £313,428, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Howt Green 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 Howt Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Howt Green 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Howt Green, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Howt Green. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Howt Green?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Howt Green. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Howt Green?
The average planning decision time near Howt Green is 53 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 Howt Green?
The planning approval rate near Howt Green is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Howt Green?
The most common type of planning application near Howt Green is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Howt Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Howt Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.