Merton House, Hambrook Lane, Chilham, CT4 8DJ

Under Consultation PA/2026/0376
Council
Date received
21 Apr 2026
Date validated
21 Apr 2026
Postcode
CT4 8DJ

Description

Proposed first floor side and rear extension together with single storey rear extensions to include alterations to the facade and entrance gate. Plus alterations to outbuilding roof and facade.

6/10
Planning Authority Score
#92 of 282

Ashford is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #47 out of 282. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (91%) than the national average (90%).

Ashford decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
87%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #156 of 282
91%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #157 of 282
88%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #47 of 282
39%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #132 of 282
71%
Minor dwellings approved
109 decided (1-9 homes)
79%
Major dwellings approved
19 decided (10+ homes)
89%
Change of use approved
36 decided
1,007
Total decisions
129 refused in 2025