The Needies Otford Lane Halstead Kent TN14 7EG
Pending
26/00882/LDCPR
Description
Removal of existing rear additional and introduction of single storey larger rear home extension (following Council grant of prior approval 26/00219/PAE) and erection of outbuilding to be used for purposes incidental to the enjoyment of dwellinghouse.
5.7/10
Planning Authority Score
#116 of 282
Sevenoaks is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #92 out of 282. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (90%) than the national average (90%).
Sevenoaks decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
87%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #167 of 282
90%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #185 of 282
80%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #92 of 282
34%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #90 of 282
82%
Minor dwellings approved
221 decided (1-9 homes)
100%
Major dwellings approved
7 decided (10+ homes)
79%
Change of use approved
14 decided
1,193
Total decisions
154 refused in 2025