Policy information sourced from Sevenoaks Allocations and Development Management Plan

GB4 - Replacement Dwellings in the Green Belt

Proposals to replace an existing dwelling within the Green Belt which would meet the following criteria will be permitted:

  • the existing dwelling is lawful and permanent in nature;
  • the design and volume proposed does not materially harm the openness of the Green Belt through excessive scale, bulk or visual intrusion;
  • the proposal adheres to the “original” dwelling curtilage; and
  • the applicant provides clear evidence that the total floorspace of the replacement dwelling, together with any retained extensions, alterations and outbuildings would not result in an increase of more than 50% above the floorspace of the “original” dwelling (measured externally).

Construction of permanent dwellings as replacements for mobile homes or caravans will not be permitted.

For more information please see the Allocations and Development Management Plan