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Tonbridge and Malling

Tonbridge and Malling is part of the South East region. Search any postcode in Tonbridge and Malling to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.

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Planning Application Types in Tonbridge and Malling

Based on 2828 applications tracked between 2024-12-15 and 2026-09-02.

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Householder planning permission

530 applications

19% of all applications

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Full

312 applications

11% of all applications

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Tree Notification Conservation Area

244 applications

9% of all applications

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Reserved Details

226 applications

8% of all applications

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Tree Preservation Order Consent

193 applications

7% of all applications

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Minor planning permission

192 applications

7% of all applications

bar_chart Tonbridge and Malling Planning Statistics

2828
Applications tracked
1135
Unique locations
Householder planning permission
Most common type
10
Application categories

Data period: 2024-12-15 to 2026-09-02 · Updated 2 September 2026

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What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Tonbridge and Malling

PlanWatch currently holds 2,828 Tonbridge and Malling planning records across 1,135 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2024-12-15 to 2026-09-02. The most common categories in this dataset are Householder planning permission (530), Full (312), Tree Notification Conservation Area (244).

Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.

Recent Planning Applications in Tonbridge and Malling

Latest applications submitted to Tonbridge and Malling council.

26/01621/LDP 2026-09-02

Lawful Development certificate proposed: Use of the land to site a mobile home for ancillary use to the main dwellinghouse

13 Cornwallis Avenue Tonbridge Kent TN10 4EP

Registered
26/01619/NMA 2026-09-02

Non-Material Amendment to planning permission TM/25/01938/FL Erection of a modular building comprising 12no. self-contained apartments for use as temporary housing accommodation, including associated landscaping, refuse / cycle store, parking and office. To alter approved plans and documents referenced within Condition 2 and amend the wording of conditions 5 and 7 to reflect the updated drawings to incorporate a substation within the main boundary, loss of one dedicated staff car parking, re-configuration of parking bays and amenity space access on the Western parking bay row

Commuter Car Park Lord Lees Grove Blue Bell Hill Chatham Kent

Registered
26/01622/FL 2026-09-02

Proposed new driveway and vehicle crossing

3 Blenheim Road West Malling Kent ME19 4RB

Registered
26/01614/NMA 2026-09-01

Non-Material Amendment to planning permission 24/00733/FL (Demolition of existing buildings and erection of eight residential dwellings together with access, parking, drainage, landscaping, and associated works) for alterations to house type locations, internal layouts and parking layout. Alterations to stonework on the elevation of units, external doors, windows and roof lights

Riding Farm Riding Lane Hildenborough Tonbridge Kent TN11 9LN

Registered
26/01609/RD 2026-09-01

Details of condition 10 ( Refuse collection and buggy store. Electrical substation and screening) 19 (Vehicular access) 25 (External lighting) 31 (Bio-diversity lighting) 32(Bio-diversity enhancement) pursuant to planning permission TM/25/00463/FL Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (Plans List) of planning permission TM/24/01669/PA (Section 73 application to Vary Conditions 2 (Plans List) and 14 (Cycle parking/storage) of planning permission TM/22/02547/FL (Demolition of the existing buildings and the erection of 32 Retirement Living apartments for older people (comprising 21 no. 1-bed and 11. no 2-beds) including communal facilities, access, car parking and landscaping) to allow for changes to internal corner flat types and associated elevation changes, relocation of owners' lounge to west elevation including new owners' terrace and hard-landscaping changes, partial replacement of painted brick to buff brick on West elevation and addition of second floor balconies to south elevation and second floor Juliet balconies to north elevation

Development Site At 154 And 156 New Hythe Lane Larkfield Aylesford Kent ME20 6PS

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Objecting to a Planning Application in Tonbridge and Malling

Tonbridge and Malling Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Tonbridge and Malling's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.

Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Tonbridge and Malling Council inside the 21-day consultation window.

Frequently Asked Questions — Tonbridge and Malling Planning

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To object to a planning application in Tonbridge and Malling, you need to submit your comments during the public consultation period (usually 21 days). Visit the Tonbridge and Malling council planning portal or write to their planning department. Your objection must be based on material planning considerations such as impact on privacy, traffic, or character of the area.
How long does planning permission take in Tonbridge and Malling? expand_more
Most planning applications in Tonbridge and Malling are decided within 8 weeks for minor applications and 13 weeks for major developments. However, complex applications or those requiring committee decisions can take longer. You can track the status of any application on PlanWatch.
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What planning applications don't need permission in Tonbridge and Malling? expand_more
Some developments in Tonbridge and Malling fall under "permitted development rights" and don't need planning permission. This includes certain small extensions, loft conversions, outbuildings, and changes of use. However, if you're in a conservation area, listed building, or AONB, additional restrictions may apply. Always check with Tonbridge and Malling council before starting work.
Can planning applications affect my property value in Tonbridge and Malling? expand_more
Planning applications near your home in Tonbridge and Malling may affect how you use or assess a property. PlanWatch helps you find the application and link to the official council record; check the drawings, consultation dates and planning decision before making any property decision.
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