News Heathlands, Lidsing and Invicta Park Barracks SPDs

Heathlands, Lidsing and Invicta Park Barracks are identified areas for major new development in the Local Plan Review 2021-2038, which was adopted by Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) in March 2024.

Work has started to prepare Supplementary Planning Documents (SPDs), for each of the three sites, which will provide further guidance about how communities should be developed in the areas.

As part of the consultations, members of the public, local businesses and organisations will be invited to get involved in helping to shape the future expectations for the sites, with initial public consultation expected to take place in spring 2025. In addition, local schools will also be invited to participate in the discussions.

MBC Cabinet Member for Planning Policy and Development, Cllr Tony Harwood states:

The recent Local Plan Review was a very difficult experience for many residents whose communities and local landscapes will be changed forever by these plans.

Maidstone Borough Council acknowledges the gravity of these impacts and pledge to work positively with local residents, businesses and other organisations to ensure the delivery of attractive, high quality and sustainable new settlements that make space for nature.

The Supplementary Planning Documents and consultations give everyone the opportunity to have their say and get involved in influencing these new growth areas for the better.

A new Maidstone Borough Council website is being created ready for 2025 which will provide people with more details and keep them informed about progress and provide opportunities to get involved.  This will be made available on the MBC website: www.maidstone.gov.uk

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