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New Build approval rate in Maidstone

Maidstone approved 66.7% of new build applications, based on 18 decisions analysed.

Last updated: March 2026

66.7%
new build approval rate
18
New Build decisions
12
Approved
6
Refused
89.2%
Maidstone overall

New Build applications are refused more often than the Maidstone average (89.2%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How new build compares in Maidstone

New Build (18 decided)
66.7%
Maidstone all applications (418 decided)
89.2%

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Less than one set of revised drawings.

Other project types in Maidstone

Garage / Parking (71 decided)
80.3%
Rear Extension (65 decided)
78.5%
97.1%
Outbuilding (29 decided)
86.2%
Side Extension (27 decided)
88.9%
Conservatory (16 decided)
93.8%
Dormer (15 decided)
73.3%
Extension (General) (12 decided)
100.0%
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