Proposals for new signage and for shop or other commercial fronts (Use Classes E and F), as well as new frontages for pubs and takeaways which meet the following criteria will be permitted:

1. The number, size, design, positioning, materials, colour, method and level of illumination of signage would not be detrimental to the character and appearance of the building or the surrounding area;

2. The proposal would not result in the loss of a traditional shop front or features and details of architectural or historic interest;

3. The proposal would be in sympathy with the architectural style, materials and form of the building(s) of which it would form part and the character of the neighbouring properties; and

4. Where a fascia is to be applied, it would be of an appropriate height which would be in scale with the overall height of the shop front and other elements of the building.

For more information, please visit Maidstone’s Local Plan Maidstone Borough Council Local Plan 2021-2038