Leydens Farm Lydens Lane Hever Kent TN8 7EP

Pending 26/00659/FUL
Council
Date received
11 Mar 2026
Date validated
28 Apr 2026
Postcode
TN8 7EP

Description

Part conversion of outbuilding to residential flat with new dormer windows, window and balcony.

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