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Medway Council

Gillingham Park conservation area

Gillingham Park is a conservation area of about 21.7 hectares managed by Medway Council, designated on 11 December 1990. 3 Article 4 directions cover part of it, so even small changes can need permission. 2 tree preservation zones overlap it.

Size21.7 haInside the boundary
Designated199011 December 1990
Listed buildings0None recorded inside
Article 43Directions overlap
Tree zones2Protected tree zones

Gillingham Park boundary

Article 4 directions in Gillingham Park

  • Watling
  • Gillingham Park
  • Gillingham South

An Article 4 direction removes some permitted development rights in a defined area. Each direction covers only the kinds of work it names, for example windows, doors, porches, painting the front, front walls, basements or changes of use. Read the council's direction to see exactly what this one covers.

What needs planning permission in Gillingham Park

Houses in Gillingham Park have fewer permitted development rights than houses elsewhere. Side extensions, roof extensions, cladding, two storey rear extensions and sheds beside the house need planning permission, and trees need 6 weeks notice before work.

See every rule, with the law it comes from