Maidstone, Kent Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Maidstone, Kent. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Kent council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Listed Building Consent for retention of internal and external alterations, including installation of new partitions, replacement of door with window and replacement of windows and associated works to provide kitchen and bathroom facilities to facilitate conversion of the ground floor and basement from office to a one-bedroom residential flat with.
Conversion of the ground floor and basement from office to a one-bedroom residential flat with associated retrospective internal alterations, retrospective alterations to external elevations including replacement of door with window and retrospective replacement of windows and associated works to provide kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Lawful Development Certificate for existing use of the property as a House in Multiple Occupation (Use Class C4).
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About Maidstone - Planning Applications & Local Development
Maidstone, the largest town in Kent and its county town, is located 32 miles east-south-east of London, nestled along the River Medway, which historically facilitated trade in this agricultural heartland known as the Garden of England. With a population of around 100,000 as of 2019, Maidstone has transitioned from a heavy industrial base post-World War II to a focus on light industry and services, making it an important area for planning applications and development within the region. The town has a population of approximately 109,490. It sits within the Maidstone district.
Maidstone covers an area of approximately 25.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Maidstone show an average sale price of £357,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Maidstone 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 Maidstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Maidstone has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maidstone 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.maidstone.gov.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Maidstone, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.