Solar and renewables in Swale

Swale received 29 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 1 solar farm, 3 battery storage sites and 2 heat pumps. Of the 18 decided so far, 17 were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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23 Oct 2026 Awaiting decision 26/504068/PN14J

Quayside House Standard Quay Faversham Kent ME13 7BS

Prior notification for the installation of solar PV panels on flat roof of office building. For its prior approval to: -Design and external appearance...

Notification for prior approval Part 14 Swale
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2 Oct 2026 Awaiting decision 26/503787/FULL

5 Meadowsweet Walk Sittingbourne Kent ME10 4EU

Installation of one air source heat pump at ground level to the side of the dwelling, and retention of four existing wall-mounted air conditioning uni...

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24 Sept 2026 Awaiting decision 26/503618/FULL

Forstal House Church Hill Hernhill Kent ME13 9JJ

Installation of 32 solar panels in four ground-mounted arrays with inverter, battery and buried cabling.

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15 Sept 2026 Awaiting decision 26/503513/PN14J

750 Shimmin Road Kent Science Park Sittingbourne Kent ME9 8SX

Prior notification for the installation, alterations, modification and increase in area to an existing solar equipment on non- domestic premises. For ...

Notification for prior approval Part 14 Swale
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17 Aug 2026 Approved 30 Sep 26/503128/FULL

2 Haylocks Cottages Hillside Road Stalisfield Kent ME13 0JF

Addition of solar panels to roof of detached garage.

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Frequently asked questions

Do you need planning permission for solar panels on a house?
Most rooftop solar PV is permitted development if it doesn't project above the highest part of the roof or more than 200mm from the surface. Conservation areas, listed buildings and World Heritage Sites usually require full planning permission or Listed Building Consent.
Do you need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
In most cases an outdoor heat pump unit smaller than 1.5m³ (raised in 2025 from 0.6m³) and at least 1m from the boundary qualifies as permitted development. Listed buildings and conservation areas may need full permission.
How big can a solar farm be without planning permission?
Ground-mounted commercial solar farms above 50kW effectively always require full planning permission. Smaller rooftop installations on industrial or agricultural buildings can sometimes use prior-approval rights under Part 14 of the GPDO.
Can I get email alerts for new solar & renewables applications in Swale?
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