Heathlands Garden Settlement SPD

Comment

Representation ID: 257

Received: 24/11/2025

Respondent: Philip Riches

Although I am not in favour of the development, I wish to present some of my opinions on the architecture that will be chosen to try and minimise the damage to the surrounding area and to create a charming new garden village that fits in and looks as great as it can.

Styles of architecture approved in Maidstone which I feel are totally out of keeping and should be avoided (Please see attached)

This new development shows how to create new apartments in a traditional style that resembles an old mill (Please see attached)

Local architecture styles for inspiration from Lenham, Charing, Hollingbourne and Harrietsham. Developers should look at these to ensure that their design styles are sympathetic (Please see attached)

Local architecture styles for inspiration from Lenham, Charing, Hollingbourne and Harrietsham. Developers should look at these to ensure that their design styles are sympathetic (Please see attached)

Local architecture styles for inspiration from Lenham, Charing, Hollingbourne and Harrietsham. Developers should look at these to ensure that their design styles are sympathetic (Please see attached)

Comment noted.
The Vision set out at Chapter 4.1 of the SPD sets out that proposals must be a high-quality, innovative and reflect the local vernacular, incorporating its heritage and landscape character.
The SPD includes chapters that set out principles and guidelines relating to 'Placemaking, Density & Character' (6.4) to achieve a high quality place and Chapter 10 of the SPD sets out the approach to Design Coding to secure quality. The Design Code will need to consider the appropriate approach to architectural features and styles for all types of buildings.