SLYFIELD FARM HOUSE, COBHAM ROAD, BOOKHAM, KT11 3QE Data via plota.co.uk

SPLIT DECISION (TREE OR CONDITIONS) MO/2026/00394
Date received
16 Mar 2026
Date validated
26 Mar 2026
Postcode
KT11 3QE

Description

Partial discharge of Condition 3 of planning permission MO/2024/2101for alterations over both levels to create a single family dwelling with new kitchen, living, utility, study, bedroom and bathroom facilities. Removal of internal 1960s partitions, other walls and internal blockwork to the perimeter walls of the north and west ranges. Alterations to retained partitions and construction of new partitions over both levels Structural interventions to the first floor and raising of floor plate. Removal of the 1960s staircases and Installation of new staircases in the new entrance hall and kitchen. Removal of the existing 20th C ground floor slab and replacement with new screed including underfloor heating and new floor finishes. Removal of the fireplaces and flues on the gable ends of the north and west ranges, retaining chimneys. Replacement of the central fireplace in the north range . Repairs to the timber frame, external brickwork including introduction of lead flashings, and replacement of roof coverings. Introduction of wood fibre insulation to external walls. Remove existing secondary glazing. Window replacement. Replacement of all mechanical, electrical, plumbing and drainage services to serve the new layout. Data via plota.co.uk

Mole Valley
Planning Authority Score
2.1/10
Poor
#270 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Mole Valley is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #240 out of 296. Mole Valley is also one of the strictest councils - it refuses more householder applications than almost any other, with only 76% approved vs 90% nationally.

One of the strictest councils
only 76% approved vs 90% nationally
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Mole Valley decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
72%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #291 of 296
76%
Householder approved
Below avg (90%) #291 of 296
50%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (63%) #240 of 296
43%
Extended time limit
Above avg (41%) #172 of 296
47%
Minor dwellings approved
114 decided (1-9 homes)
71%
Major dwellings approved
7 decided (10+ homes)
93%
Change of use approved
15 decided
913
Total decisions
259 refused in the year to March 2026