West Downs planning approval rate
West Downs ward in Swale has a 93.5% approval rate based on 93 planning decisions. Swale overall: 91.3%.
Last updated: August 2026
93.5%
ward approval rate
93
Decisions
87
Approved
6
Refused
91.3%
Swale average
West Downs sits slightly above the Swale average, with a 2.2 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How West Downs compares
West Downs ward
93.5%
Swale overall
91.3%
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Recent decisions in West Downs
Erection of single storey rear extension and changes to fenestration. · Tue 11 Aug 2026
Replacement of existing floodlight lamps with new LED lamps on existing pylons. · Wed 29 Jul 2026
Demolition of existing garage and erection of a single storey side/rear extensio · Tue 21 Jul 2026
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
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✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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