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25 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Tovil · updated daily · Maidstone Borough Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 25 · received or decided in the last 90 days

5 Tonbridge Road Maidstone Kent ME16 8RLAwaiting decisionSection 73 - Application for variation of condition 15 (to allow provision of electric vehicle charge points at 7kW rather than 22kW) pursuant to 17/504144/OUT (65 dwellings and associated vehicular and pedestrian access, car and cycle parking, street and external lighting, main services, bin stores and other ancillary development).Received 30 Oct 202626/504160/OUT
2 Postley Road Maidstone Kent ME15 6TRAwaiting decisionLawful Development Certificate for proposed change of use from use class C3 to use class C4 6 deb HMO including the erection of a single storey rear extensionReceived 23 Oct 202626/503941/LAWPRO
19-21 The Broadway Maidstone Kent ME16 8QXAwaiting decisionListed Building Consent for proposed replacement of seven box sash windows.Received 21 Oct 202626/504061/LBC
Victory Bungalow College Avenue Maidstone Kent ME15 6YJAwaiting decisionChange of use of the property from a single private dwellinghouse (Use Class C3) to a mixed-use comprising a private dwellinghouse and guest accommodation/rooms for rent, together with the installation of a balcony to create a roof terrace.Received 19 Oct 202626/503814/FULL
48 Richmond Way Maidstone Kent ME15 6BNAwaiting decisionPart retrospective application for alterations to the garage and changes to fenestration.FullReceived 15 Oct 202626/503511/FULL

Planning in Tovil

Approved: 80%; 140 of 174 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

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

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Around Tovil

Postcode districts

ME16 215 applications in the last 12 monthsME15 327 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Tovil

Tovil is a civil parish located in the Borough of Maidstone, Kent, characterised by a blend of residential and industrial zones. As you move towards the centre of Maidstone, commercial activities are on the rise, while the outskirts are predominantly used for arable farming. This diverse zoning offers various opportunities for planning applications in both residential and commercial sectors. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,495 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maidstone district.

Property prices in Tovil show an average sale price of £357,820, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Tovil a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tovil has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tovil 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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In the last 24 months, 232 planning applications were submitted near Tovil. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (73), discharge of conditions (54), outline applications (35). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (43% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tovil?

In the last 24 months, 232 planning applications were submitted near Tovil. The approval rate is 80%.

How long do planning decisions take near Tovil?

The average planning decision time near Tovil is 65 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 Tovil?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Tovil?

The most common type of planning application near Tovil is full planning applications, with 73 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tovil?

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