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

Only 6 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 41 · received or decided in the last 12 months

3 And 5 Victory Street Sheerness Kent ME12 1NZAwaiting decisionSubmission of details pursuant to conditions 6 (details of natural slate and ridge tiles), and 7 (brickwork sample), subject to application 24/504941/FULL.Received 9 Nov 202626/504283/SUB
Sheppey Leisure Complex Broadway Sheerness Kent ME12 1HHAwaiting decisionSubmission of details pursuant to condition 16-(highways delivery plan) subject to 24/502130/FULLSubmission of DetailsReceived 22 Oct 202626/504042/SUB
Sheppey Leisure Complex Broadway Sheerness Kent ME12 1HHAwaiting decisionNon-material amendment of application 24/502130/FULL: Polycarbonate and glazed windows to northern façade internally. General M&E vents/Bib Taps on the North and South façade. Roller Shutter to community room at first floor level. Additional render to the ground floor of the north elevation. External works/levels change including access ramps and brick walls to North and West façade. Changes to the external plant zone boundary to the south of building. New bitmac surface to create step free accessible route near Beach Street. Hedges retained and extent of bitmac path resurfacing along Beach Street. Additional wet pour surfacing and fence adjustment to paddling pool area. Widened path from Beach Street car park. Lounger seats and planters relocated around outdoor gym.Received 30 Sep 202626/503745/NMAMD
Sheppey Leisure Complex Broadway Sheerness Kent ME12 1HHAwaiting decisionAdvertisement Consent for non-illuminated 5 x wall mounted fascia signs, 3 x freestanding wayinding post signs.Received 14 Sep 202626/503244/ADV
John Copland & Son 77 High Street Sheerness Kent ME12 1TXAwaiting decisionLawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use of the ground floor as offices (Class E(g)(i))Received 28 Aug 202626/503300/LAWPRO

Planning in Sheerness

Approved: 93%; 64 of 67 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

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

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Around Sheerness

Postcode districts

ME12 190 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Sheerness

Sheerness is a port town and civil parish located at the mouth of the River Medway, on the north-west corner of the Isle of Sheppey in north Kent. As the second largest town on the island, it has a population of 13,249, following Minster, which has 16,738 residents. Its strategic coastal position makes it a significant area for planning applications related to maritime and residential development.

Property prices in Sheerness show an average sale price of £348,725, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sheerness 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 Sheerness a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sheerness has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sheerness 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 Sheerness, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Sheerness. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (31), full planning applications (22), outline applications (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sheerness?

In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Sheerness. The approval rate is 93%.

How long do planning decisions take near Sheerness?

The average planning decision time near Sheerness is 88 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 Sheerness?

The planning approval rate near Sheerness is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sheerness?

The most common type of planning application near Sheerness is discharge of conditions, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sheerness?

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