How long do planning decisions take near Lower Hartlip?

The average planning decision time near Lower Hartlip 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 Lower Hartlip?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Hartlip?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Hartlip is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Hartlip?

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Lower Hartlip, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Hartlip, Kent.

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Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Faversham and Mid Kent
LSOA: Swale 016E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Hartlip based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lower Hartlip.

- 7 Grainey Field Hartlip Kent ME9 7SR
Lawful Development Certificate for a proposed hip to gable loft conversion with rear facing dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-02-27
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A brief summary of Lower Hartlip in Kent

Lower Hartlip is a settlement located in Kent, England.

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

Lower Hartlip has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hartlip Village, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Lower Hartlip includes 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 Lower Hartlip

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Lower Hartlip. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Hartlip were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (4), tree works (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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