5 Highfield Road Kemsing Kent TN15 6TN
Awaiting decision
26/00649/LDCPR
Description
The refurbishment and replacement of an existing partial loft conversion within the roof space of the dwelling to include the removal and demolition of the existing loft conversion structure. New structural floor joists will be installed to replace the existing loft floor structure in order to support habitable use. The existing roof structure will be locally upgraded and strengthened where required, including upgrading roof rafters as necessary. Six new roof lights.
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