Bossenden Farm London Road Dunkirk Kent ME13 9LL

Awaiting decision 26/501504/LBC
Council
Date received
21 Apr 2026
Date validated
21 Apr 2026
Postcode
ME13 9LL

Description

Listed Building Consent for erection of single storey extension to the farmhouse, including internal and fenestration alterations. Erection of a detached glass house and double car port with storage. Demolition of the secondary garage block and lean-to attached to the existing barn. Erection of single storey side and rear extensions to the barn to provide ancillary accommodation. Repair of mortar and bricks when appropriate. Landscaping works including partial removal /repairs/ replacement to the retaining walls and installation of new entrance gates. Erection of decking to existing pond creation of vegetable garden, paved terrace and brick paths. Alterations to Courtyard.

6.7/10
Planning Authority Score
#62 of 282

Maidstone is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #34 out of 282. Only 29% of applications have the time limit extended, well below the 40% national average - the council usually decides on time. Householder applications are slightly less likely to be approved here (89%) than the national average (90%).

Maidstone decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
82%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #233 of 282
89%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #198 of 282
94%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (71%) #34 of 282
29%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #45 of 282
70%
Minor dwellings approved
122 decided (1-9 homes)
74%
Major dwellings approved
23 decided (10+ homes)
79%
Change of use approved
43 decided
1,125
Total decisions
203 refused in 2025