One of the first steps in preparing a Neighbourhood Plan is to apply to designate the Neighbourhood Area, which is the geographical area that the plan will cover. This process can only be done by a parish council, or by a Neighbourhood Forum in an unparished area.
Do you want Maidstone Borough Council to use the Neighbourhood Plan for Lenham to help it decide planning applications in the neighbourhood area?
| Votes | Percentage | |
|---|---|---|
| Yes | 1242 | 92% |
| No | 108 | 8% |
Rejected Ballots
| Reason | Number of Ballots |
|---|---|
| Being unmarked or wholly void for uncertainty | 6 |
| Writing or mark by which voter could be identified | 7 |
| Total | 7 |
The Lenham Neighbourhood Plan was made (adopted) on 14th July 2021. The Neighbourhood Plan is used along with the Maidstone Local Plan Review to determine planning applications within the parish of Lenham.
There are certain processes that need to be gone through while preparing a Neighbourhood Plan to make sure that it is in line with government regulations and guidance. The Plan must also conform with strategic policies in the local plan. Have a look at our FAQs page which outlines the process.
If you would like to get in contact with us please email neighbourhoodplanning@maidstone.gov.uk