West Downs planning approval rate
West Downs ward in Swale has a 92.8% approval rate based on 83 planning decisions. Swale overall: 91.2%.
Last updated: June 2026
92.8%
ward approval rate
83
Decisions
77
Approved
6
Refused
91.2%
Swale average
West Downs is broadly in line with the Swale average — neither notably strict nor notably permissive.
How West Downs compares
West Downs ward
92.8%
Swale overall
91.2%
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Recent decisions in West Downs
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed refurbishment of the front of the dw · Mon 08 Jun 2026
Permission in Principle for the construction of up to 3no. self-build, detached · Fri 22 May 2026
Erection of a single storey rear extension and changes to fenestration. · Mon 11 May 2026
Change current frontage to a gravel driveway. · Wed 06 May 2026
Submission of details pursuant to conditions 3 (external facing and roofing mate · Mon 27 Apr 2026
What gets approved near your property?
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✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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