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19 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Smarden · updated daily · Ashford Borough Council

Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 19 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Church Of St Michael The Archangel, The Street, Smarden, TN27 8QDApprovedT1: Horse Chestnut: Section dismantle to ground level and remove the stump. - The tree is starting to lift the tarmac, causing a trip hazard due to the tree being surrounded by tarmac. The tree also recently had a large limb fail, with possible decay in the crown. The church is happy to replant a new horse chestnut in a more suitable location.Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 18 Sep 2026NOT/2026/1693
Chessenden Lane, SmardenAwaiting decisionCreation of 10 residential parking spaces, to include 3 separate proposed dropped kerb placements.Received 7 Sep 2026PA/2026/1611
Land between Boughton Cottage and Millview Cottage, Mill Lane, SmardenRefusedNon-material amendment to planning permission PA/2023/1175 for the Erection of 9 bungalows with the provision of new public amenity space, together with associated access from Mill Lane, parking, landscaping, and infrastructure to allow for minor alterations to boundary treatments to the rear of plots 4 to 9 inclusive.Non-Material AmendmentReceived 28 Jul 2026OTH/2026/1337
Dering Wood and Frith Wood, Smarden Bell Road, SmardenApprovedForestry Commission felling licence consultation - Small scale, phasal coppicing of hornbeam in coups, combined with thinning of oak standards. Thinning out denser parts of the woodland and removal of occasional diseased ashes. Ref - 019/2381/2026Forestry CommissionReceived 7 Jul 2026Decided 17 Jul 2026NOT/2026/1220
Barns C and D, New Langley Farm Buildings, Bethersden Road, SmardenApprovedPrior approval for the proposed changed of use of agricultural buildings and land within its curtilage to 8no. dwellings with associated operational developmentPrior approval Agricultural buildings to dwellinghousesReceived 16 Jun 2026NOT/2026/1062

Planning in Smarden

Approved: 80%; 16 of 19 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Smarden

Postcode districts

TN27 222 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Ashford Borough Council

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About Smarden

Smarden is a picturesque civil parish and village located to the west of Ashford in Kent, South East England. Known for its charming rural character, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, making it an attractive area for developers and homeowners alike. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,455 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.

Smarden covers an area of approximately 21.8 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 Smarden show an average sale price of £438,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Smarden 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 Smarden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Smarden has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Smarden 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 Smarden, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Smarden. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (6), amendments (5), full planning applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Smarden?

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

How long do planning decisions take near Smarden?

The average planning decision time near Smarden is 49 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 Smarden?

The planning approval rate near Smarden is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Smarden?

The most common type of planning application near Smarden is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Smarden?

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