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Planning appeals in Swale, 2023

69 appeals decided in 2023, 35% of them allowed. Each links to its own page and to the Inspector’s letter. The authority’s record has the whole run since 2016.

  1. Allowed19 December 2023· minor3320427
    St Saviours Church, Whitstable Road, Faversham, Kent, ME13 8BD

    Section 73 application for removal of condition 8 (noise levels) and variation of conditions 2, 4 and 7 relating to change of use to community café and arts centre with food and drink provision

  2. Allowed19 December 2023· minor3317534
    Hole Street Farm, Kingsdown, Sittingbourne, ME9 0QX

    Outline planning permission for a new dwellinghouse (farmhouse) without complying with condition 5 restricting occupancy to agricultural workers

  3. Dismissed12 December 2023· minor3315636
    Land Adjacent 32 Linden Drive and 67 Queens Way, Sheerness, ME12 1LG

    three number one bedroom new dwellings with dormers to the front elevation, with all living accommodation to first floors and above

  4. Allowed8 December 2023· householder3331117
    201 Queenborough Road, Halfway, Minster On Sea, Sheppey, Kent, ME12 3EL

    installation of a pitched roof dormer to the front elevation

  5. Allowed6 December 2023· minor3321025
    Webbenditch Cottage, Cold Harbour Lane, Bobbing, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 8NN

    the erection of an annexe building within the grounds of Webbenditch Cottage

  6. Dismissed22 November 2023· major3307907
    Land to the Rear of Former - Ebenezer Chapel, Halstow Lane, Upchurch, ME9 7AA

    the use of land for open storage/builder’s yard including the re-siting of a lawful storage container, siting of a storage cabin and the erection of palisade fencing

  7. Dismissed15 November 2023· minor3312785
    The Mounted Rifleman, Luddenham, Faversham, ME13 0TL

    the enclosed is a full planning application for the residential redevelopment of the existing piggeries to create a new three bedroom eco home

  8. Allowed6 November 2023· other3318509
    Land West of Church Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 9BD

    the erection of up to 380 homes (including affordable homes) and 450 sqm of Use Class E/F floorspace, together with associated open space, play space, and landscaping

  9. Dismissed6 November 2023· ldc3312420
    Warren Farm, Warden Road, Eastchurch, Sheerness, ME12 4HD

    continued use of a mobile home for residential use

  10. Allowed31 October 2023· householder3324255
    2 Cherry Drive, Luddenham, Faversham, ME13 0TG

    demolition of the existing rear conservatory and the erection of a two storey rear extension and a single storey side extension and changes to fenestration

  11. Allowed31 October 2023· householder3318231
    Sunnybank Cottage, Deerton Street, Teynham, Kent, ME9 9LL

    the erection of two storey side extension and single storey rear extension

  12. Dismissed19 October 2023· minor3317192
    4 The Retreat, The Street, Doddington, Kent, ME9 0DB

    the change of use from agricultural land to domestic garden

  13. Dismissed6 October 2023· minor3312007
    Oast View, Track To Kingsdown Church, Kingsdown, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 0AS

    new 3 bedroom dwelling

  14. Dismissed5 October 2023· minor3309840
    Land Adjacent to The Coach House, Chalkwell Road, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 2LY

    the demolition of the existing garage and erection of a one bedroom, two storey dwelling

  15. Allowed5 October 2023· minor3305059
    Land East of Lynsted Lane, Teynham, ME9 9QN

    the erection of up to 10no. residential dwellings with associated landscaping, road layout and parking

  16. Dismissed4 October 2023· minor3311086
    Tp Lower Road, Telegraph Pole Lower Road, Faversham, ME13 7LJ

    an upgrade to the existing 8.0m EE/H3G OMNI Antenna on root foundation. Proposed EE/H3G Phase 7 Monopole complete with wrapround cabinet to be installed on root foundation and associated ancillary works

  17. Allowed28 September 2023· major3312284
    Land at School Lane, Newington, Kent, ME1 3EN

    the erection of 25 no. residential dwellings and the provision of a 20 space staff car park and 20 space pupil pick-up/drop-off area for Newington C of E Primary School, together with associated access, landscaping, drainage, and infrastructure works

  18. Dismissed28 September 2023· minor3305818
    Land Adjoining Checkmate Ltd, New Road, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1PZ

    a two storey residential building with associated residential accommodation within the roofslope, associated access, underground parking, amenity provision and refuse/ cycle storage

  19. Dismissed13 September 2023· minor3306232
    Land at Cellar Hill, Cellar Hill, Lynsted, Kent, ME9 9QY

    erection of 5 no. dwellings, with associated amenity, landscaping and access

  20. Allowed12 September 2023· minor3294231
    Fifield Lodge, School Lane, Borden, Sittingbourne, ME9 8JS

    a total of four handmade timber glamping pods for guests along with recycling/waste, cycle store area and a shower/toilet and communal kitchen block. One parking bay per pod is proposed, with an existing entrance and parking/turning area. Each guest pod will have a small area of decking to the front

  21. Allowed29 August 2023· minor3240859
    Windmill Farm Yaugher Lane, Hartlip, Sittingbourne, ME9 7XE

    the renewal of temporary planning permission Ref 14/503384/FULL “Change of use of land to a residential caravan site, for one gypsy traveller family

  22. Dismissed22 August 2023· minor3301524
    Fairview Lower Road, Tonge, Sittingbourne, ME9 9BT

    the erection of three x 4 bed detached dwellings with associated parking and amenity space; with new vehicular highway access

  23. Allowed21 August 2023· householder3315698
    1 The Kennells, Rushett Lane, Norton, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0SG

    a single-storey rear extension

  24. Dismissed16 August 2023· minor3307802
    Plot to the Rear of No 6 , Orchard Grove, Sheerness, ME12 3PD

    a 2-bedroom bungalow and associated landscaping

  25. Notice varied and upheld15 August 2023· enforcement3287191
    61 Playstool Road, Newington, Sittingbourne, ME9 7NL

    Erection of a first floor rear extension and a sloped tile roof above the existing rear ground floor extension extending up to the original eaves height of the existing dwelling

  26. Allowed14 August 2023· major3318448
    London Road, Newington, ME9 7PA

    up to 135 dwellings with the retention of existing farm buildings, public open space, landscaping and sustainable drainage system (SuDS) and vehicular access point

  27. Dismissed14 August 2023· minor3303164
    Bells Forstal Farm, Throwley, Faversham, ME13 0JS

    Change of use of 1no. Building and land within its curtilage from a use as agricultural to a flexible use falling within a Mixed Class B8 (Storage) and B1 (Light Industrial)

  28. Dismissed10 August 2023· householder3313953
    The Cottage , Ashford Road, Sheldwich, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0LT

    demolition of existing shed, part ground floor/part first floor rear extension, to be replaced with the erection of a part single storey, part two storey rear and side extension, installation of log burner with flue and changes to fenestration. Erection of a new garage

  29. Notice varied and upheld9 August 2023· enforcement3307532
    108-110 Broadway, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 1TS

    Without the benefit of planning permission, development in the form of the addition of security roller shutters to the front of the existing buildings on the Land

  30. Dismissed3 August 2023· minor3296729
    Hill Top Farm, Elverland Lane, Ospringe, ME13 0SP

    The erection of new stables and kennel facility on the side of the existing timber stables. The existing stables are dilapidated. The new stable block will consist of 3 horse and 3 dog stalls. The new stables will include a dedicated tack room, feed room, toilet and welfare facilities

  31. Dismissed2 August 2023· householder3321941
    43 St. Helens Road, Sheerness, ME12 2QX

    the erection of first floor side extension

  32. Dismissed2 August 2023· householder3316739
    Jalna, Warden Road, Eastchurch, Kent, ME12 4HG

    demolition of existing carport and conservatory and erection of a single storey rear extension with roof terrace above, two storey front extension, raising of the roof and insertion of front and rear dormer windows to provide additional first floor accommodation

  33. Allowed2 August 2023· householder3314666
    Appleyard Barn, Plough Road, Minster on Sea, Eastchurch, Kent, ME12 4JH

    the erection of single storey side/rear extension to existing utility room. (Retrospective)

  34. Allowed1 August 2023· householder3309612
    Copton House, 8 Ashford Road, Sheldwich, Faversham, Kent, ME13 0DL

    conversion of an existing garage and car port to create an annexe to a residential bungalow

  35. Dismissed31 July 2023· minor3301131
    53 Millfield, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4TP

    erection of a two-storey side extension to form 1no. semi- detached dwelling with associated parking and alteration to fenestration of existing building

  36. Dismissed31 July 2023· minor3298340
    Land R/O Riverbank House , Irwin Road, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 2DB

    conversion of existing garage into a one-bedroom chalet bungalow, with associated parking and amenity space

  37. Dismissed28 July 2023· major3313783
    Land North East Of Nelson Avenue, Minster-On-Sea, Sheerness , Kent , ME12 3SF

    a residential development of up to 64 No 3 and 4 bedroom dwellings of 1 storey, 1 and half storey, 2 storey, and 2 and half storey dwellings with all associated parking, infrastructure and landscape amenity spaces

  38. Notice varied and upheld27 July 2023· enforcement3315214
    Land Adjacent to 241 Leysdown Road, Leysdown-on-Sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 4AB

    Without planning permission the material change of use of the Land for the stationing of a mobile home and a motor home for residential use together with the erection of fencing and hard surfacing in association with the unauthorised use

  39. Notice varied and upheld17 July 2023· enforcement3313067
    Land at Murston Playing Fields, Church Road, Murston, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3NL

    Retrospective application for siting of 13 no. shipping containers enclosed by palisade fencing in association with Use Class B8

  40. Dismissed17 July 2023· minor3312318
    Car Park Adjacent to Church Road , Sittingbourne, ME10 3NL

    Retrospective application for siting of 13 no. shipping containers enclosed by palisade fencing in association with Use Class B8

  41. Dismissed14 July 2023· ldc3300931
    22 East Street, Sittingbourne, ME10 4RT

    C3 – Dwellinghouses, building works in contraventions of planning permission

  42. Dismissed9 June 2023· minor3279125
    Estuary View Caravan Park, Bell Farm Lane, Minster-On-Sea, ME12 4JA

    development described as ‘variation of condition 3 of permission NK/8/57/82 to allow 10-month occupancy’ without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref SW/11/1588, dated 3 February 2012

  43. Dismissed9 June 2023· major3279116
    Golden Leas Holiday Park, Bell Farm Lane, Minster On Sea, Sheerness, ME12 4JA

    development described as ‘variation of condition 3 of permission NK/8/57/82 to allow 10-month occupancy’ without complying with a condition attached to planning permission Ref SW/11/1588, dated 3 February 2012

  44. Dismissed16 May 2023· minor3300169
    2 Bells Forstal Cottages, Throwley, Faversham, ME13 0JS

    To place a shepherds in garden for holiday rental. 5.5m by 2.2m on wheels

  45. Dismissed12 May 2023· minor3292612
    Land North Of Warden Road, Eastchurch, Kent, ME12 4EN

    change of use of land and the siting of 4no. specialist residential mobile homes for occupation by persons over 55 as well as associated works to provide infrastructure, access and landscaping

  46. Allowed5 May 2023· major3311224
    Land off Swanstree Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4UU

    Up to 135 dwellings with public open space, landscaping and sustainable drainage system (SuDS) and vehicular access point; all matters reserved except means of access

  47. Dismissed5 May 2023· minor3301412
    Greet Cottage, Lady Margaret Manor Road, Doddington, ME9 0NT

    demolition of existing residential dwelling, complete with outbuildings and large Nissan Hut and construction of new detached residential dwelling complete with integral supplementary annexe

  48. Appeal Withdrawn2 May 2023· ldc3317101
    Land Adjacent to Noreview Warden Road, Eastchurch, Sheerness, ME12 4ET
  49. Allowed19 April 2023· householder3311774
    Halfacre House Lynsted Lane, Lynsted, Sittingbourne, ME9 0EN

    Two storey extension to an existing annex building, enlarging the annex accommodation for use in connection with the main dwelling

  50. Dismissed19 April 2023· minor3307761
    Toft Wray Lower Norton Lane, Buckland, Sittingbourne, ME9 9LB

    Construction of a replacement dwelling

  51. Allowed19 April 2023· commercial3306661
    Manor Farm, Key Street, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 1YU

    2440mm x 2440mm signage board

  52. Dismissed19 April 2023· minor3302925
    Cripps Farm, Plough Road, Eastchurch, Sheerness, ME12 4JH

    Detached double garage to dwelling and change of use of agricultural land to residential

  53. Dismissed3 April 2023· minor3298519
    Dickens Inn, Fourth Avenue, Eastchurch, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 4EW

    6no. holiday cottages in a single block together with associated parking spaces

  54. Dismissed31 March 2023· minor3295953
    Rides Farm, Warden Road, Eastchurch, ME12 4HA

    erection of a new dwelling

  55. Allowed17 March 2023· major3301685
    Land off Otterham Quay Lane, Rainham, ME8 7UT

    Outline planning application for up to 74 dwellings with public open space, landscaping and sustainable drainage system (SuDS) and vehicular access point. All matters reserved except for means of access

  56. Dismissed16 March 2023· minor3286633
    My Retreat, Norman Road, Warden, Sheppey, Kent, ME12 4EU

    described on the application form as ‘the siting of one static caravan on land owned by the applicant. Removal of second static caravan

  57. Notice varied and upheld15 March 2023· enforcement3202648
    Horseshoe Farm, Elverland Lane , Ospringe, Kent, ME10 0SP

    failure to comply with a condition imposed on a planning permission

  58. Allowed2 March 2023· householder3305206
    8 Park Road, Faversham, ME13 8ES

    Construction of a single storey ground floor rear extension

  59. Dismissed28 February 2023· minor3295885
    Central Car Park, Leslie Smith Drive, Faversham, ME13 8PW

    the installation of an 18 metre high monopole supporting 6 antenna apertures and 2 transmission dishes, the installation of 7 equipment cabinets and ancillary development

  60. Dismissed16 February 2023· householder3310942
    20 London Road, Faversham, ME13 8RX

    the creation of a driveway and dropped kerb, including the repositioning of existing brick front wall and gate

  61. Allowed16 February 2023· advert3288497
    Land at West End House, 108 Brielle Way, Sheerness, ME12 1LN

    Installation of 1no. 48-sheet (6m x 3m) digital advertising display and removal of 2no. 48-sheet (6m x 3m) advertising displays

  62. Dismissed14 February 2023· minor3301232
    76-78 West Street, Sittingbourne, ME10 1AR

    Change of use from retail shop (use class E(a)) to hot food takeaway (sui generis use) with installation of mechanical plant

  63. Allowed14 February 2023· minor3287424
    Grovehurst Garage M O T Centre,Car Park Storage, Land to Rear of Unit 2-4, Stickfast Farm Sheppey Way, Bobbing, Sittingbourne, ME9 8QP

    Parking, storage and sale of used cars and light commercial vehicles in connection with MOT service facility, varying conditions relating to opening hours and vehicle storage height

  64. Allowed13 February 2023· householder3311114
    37 Holly Blue Drive, Iwade, Sittingbourne, ME9 8WN

    for a two storey side extension with pitched roof

  65. Dismissed13 February 2023· householder3308882
    12, Keycol Hill, Kent , Bobbing, ME9 8ND

    described on the application form as “We would like to have a dropped kerb outside of 12 Keycol Hill with a driveway close to the house

  66. Dismissed13 February 2023· householder3307399
    Cripps Farm Plough Road, Eastchurch, Sheerness, ME12 4JH

    described on the planning application form as “Retrospective planning for new front wall with driveway access from main highway (Plough Road)

  67. Allowed13 February 2023· householder3307168
    Gilron, Bell Farm Lane, Minster-on-sea, Sheerness, Kent, ME12 4JA

    described on the application form as “Single storey lounge and dining room extension with rendered cavity wall good home neva composite screen to be installed on west side of balcony

  68. Dismissed9 February 2023· minor3286759
    164 Bull Lane, Newington, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME9 7NB

    erection of a detached two storey sustainable self-build or custom building dwelling with new access onto Bull Lane

  69. Dismissed3 February 2023· householder3304403
    2 Seaview Villas First Avenue, Queenborough, ME11 5JL

    described on the application form as “Planning application to correct as built rear elevations to those passed on planning application 19/506006/SUB

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