News and information for residents and visitors of East Malling, Kent, 8th October 2025
Gladman proposal goes ahead
The proposal by Gladman to build 150 homes to the west of the village will now go ahead despite strong local objections at the Area 2 Planning Committee on 4th December 2024. Because of a mistake by TMBC in not sufficiently publicising the process, the consultation period was extended to 13 December.
Many residents attended the Planning Committee (Area 2) meeting and voiced strong objections citing imapct on narrow roads and harm to heritage assets, but the majority of councillors decided that these problems were outweighed by the need for more housing. A further application will now need to be made for approval of detailed plans.
This is the planning report.
Citizens Advice
Citizens' advice service runs East Malling Community Centre, every Tuesday between 10am and 12.30.
