The Cottage Chafford Farm Chafford Lane Fordcombe Kent TN3 0SH
Awaiting decision
26/00212/FUL
Description
Construct a detached single storey dwelling as replacement for the Gate Cottage that was destroyed by fire on 10 November 2024. Associated landscaping and alterations to driveway. Air Source Heat Pump and Solar Panels. Cesspool tank.
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