Ashford Borough Council— Planning Applications & Local Information

District CouncilSouth East

Council Information

Council Type
District Council
Region / Nation
South East
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Planning Statistics

13
Conservation Areas
270
Listed Buildings
13
Brownfield Sites
130
Tree Preservation Orders

Planning Permission in Ashford

Planning permission rules in Ashford Borough Council follow national legislation. The council applies the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) alongside local policies in their development plan. Use these guides to find out whether your project needs permission.

How to Apply for Planning Permission

The application process for Ashford Borough Council follows the standard national procedure. Our step-by-step guide covers everything from pre-application advice to decision timelines.

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Conservation Areas in Ashford

Ashford Borough Council has 13 designated conservation areas where stricter planning controls apply.

Planning FAQs — Ashford