How long do planning decisions take near West Street (CT14)?

The average planning decision time near West Street (CT14) is 57 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 West Street (CT14)?

The planning approval rate near West Street (CT14) is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Street (CT14)?

The most common type of planning application near West Street (CT14) is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Street (CT14)?

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West Street (CT14), Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Street (CT14), Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in West Street (CT14) are administered by Dover District Council. View the full Dover District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About West Street (CT14)

West Street in Kent, also known as the Joe DiMaggio Highway or the West Side Highway, spans 5.42 miles along the Hudson River, extending from West 72nd Street to the southern tip of Manhattan. This route, part of New York State Route 9A, replaced the West Side Elevated Highway, which was operational from 1929 until its closure in 1973 due to neglect. The highway was ultimately dismantled by 1989, with the roadway continuing north of 72nd Street as the Henry Hudson Parkway. For those researching planning applications in the area, understanding the historical context and current traffic patterns of West Street can provide valuable insights.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £369,005 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dover
Parliamentary constituency: Dover and Deal
LSOA: Dover 005C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Street (CT14).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Street (CT14).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for West Street (CT14) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near West Street (CT14).

- West Street Farm West Street Farm Road Finglesham Deal CT14 0NH
Erection of a single storey rear infill extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-01-26
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- West Street Farm West Street Farm Road Finglesham Deal CT14 0NH
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Dover | Date: 2026-01-26
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A brief summary of West Street (CT14) in Kent

Property prices in West Street (CT14) show an average sale price of £369,005, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes West Street (CT14) a particularly low-crime area.

West Street (CT14) has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around West Street (CT14) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sandwich Bay to Hacklinge Marshes SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Thanet Coast & Sandwich Bay. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in West Street (CT14)

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near West Street (CT14). Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near West Street (CT14).

At 57 days on average, decisions near West Street (CT14) slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near West Street (CT14) were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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