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23 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Otham · updated daily · Maidstone Borough Council

Only 9 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 23 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Graynoth Place Otham Street Otham Kent ME15 8RLAwaiting decisionConservation Area Notification: To reduce 1no. Apple tree (T4) from 6m in height and 4m radial crown spread to 5m in height and 3m radial crown spread. To fell 1no. Cherry Plum tree (T5) and 1no. Windblown Ivy Clad Elder tree (T6) to ground level.Received 29 Oct 202626/504163/TCA
4 Mallard Way Downswood Kent ME15 8XHAwaiting decisionExtension to the existing vehicular access and dropped kerb.Received 28 Oct 202626/504007/FULL
Squerryes Oast Church Road Otham Kent ME15 8SBAwaiting decisionChange of use of existing residential summer house to a dog grooming business service shed with associated parking and access.FullReceived 12 Oct 202626/503671/FULL
The Old Rectory Church Road Otham Kent ME15 8SBAwaiting decisionConservation area notification to reduce the whole crown from a width of 8m to a width of 6m and to reduce the height from 11m to 7m and to remove 1m all over to shape the crownReceived 16 Sep 202626/503460/TCA
13 Kings Acre Downswood Kent ME15 8UPAwaiting decisionTree Preservation Order Application (29 of 1988): Oak (T1) - Crown lift to roughly 20ft from ground level by removing the epicormic growth from stem. Whole crown reduction back to previous pruning points. To maintain shape and generate more light into garden. Before work height 14m to 12m after. Before work width 10m to 8m after.Received 25 Aug 202626/503292/TPOA

Planning in Otham

Approved: 100%; 11 of 11 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

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

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Around Otham

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ME15 327 applications in the last 12 months

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Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Otham

Otham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Maidstone district of Kent, England. As of the 2011 census, it had a population of 523 residents and comprised 204 dwellings, making it a small but vibrant community that could be of interest for local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,166 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

Property prices in Otham 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 Otham 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 Otham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Otham has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Otham 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.othampc.kentparishes.gov.uk.

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In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Otham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Otham?

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Otham. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Otham?

The average planning decision time near Otham is 54 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 Otham?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Otham?

The most common type of planning application near Otham is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Otham?

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