How long do planning decisions take near Lidsing?

The average planning decision time near Lidsing is 59 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 Lidsing?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lidsing?

The most common type of planning application near Lidsing is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lidsing?

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Lidsing, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lidsing, Kent.

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About Lidsing

Lidsing is a quaint hamlet located in the Maidstone district of Kent, now part of the parish of Boxley. Situated near the M2 motorway and south of Gillingham, Lidsing is adjacent to Bredhurst. Historically, in 1911, the area had a population of just 98 residents, offering a small community atmosphere that may appeal to those considering planning applications in this tranquil setting.

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Area Information

Admin district: Medway
Parliamentary constituency: Gillingham and Rainham
LSOA: Medway 035B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lidsing.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lidsing based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lidsing.

- Abbey Court Farm Lidsing Road Lidsing Gillingham Kent ME7 3NL
Prior notification for the change of use of a building and land within its curtilage from agricultural use into a 2 bedroom dwellinghouse and associated operation development. For its prior approval t
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Lidsing in Kent

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

Lidsing has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Lidsing includes 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 Lidsing

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Lidsing. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

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

At 59 days on average, decisions near Lidsing slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lidsing were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 11 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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