What Happens After a Decision is Made?

We will normally issue a delegated decision on the day it is made and notify you or your agent if you have used one. Planning committee decisions are usually issued as soon as possible after the committee unless the committee has decided that other things need to be completed first, such as any agreements under s106 of the planning act. We will also notify all those people who contacted us about the application.

Right to Appeal

If your application is refused and you do not believe the decision was correct then you do have the right to appeal.

Appeals are handled by the Planning Inspectorate, an independent government body. It is recommended that you seek professional advice before deciding whether to appeal as this can be an expensive and lengthy process

Find out more about appeals here: Planning Appeals

Approval from Kent Highways

If your proposals will affect the public highway, including grass verges, shrubs and trees, they will require the formal agreement of Kent County Council (KCC) as highway authority, and you should visit KCC’s website https://www.kent.gov.uk/roads-and-travel/highway-permits-and-licences/highways-permissions-and-technical-guidance before submitting your planning application. Engaging with highway officers at an early stage in the design process may save you time and money by making it more likely that your proposals will be acceptable to the highway authority.