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TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING ACT 1990

PLANNING (LISTED BUILDINGS AND CONSERVATION AREAS) ACT 1990

THE TOWN AND COUNTRY PLANNING

(ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENT) (ENGLAND AND WALES) REGULATIONS 2017 (AS AMENDED)

Medway Council as Local Planning Authority has received the following applications which are being advertised to ascertain the views of persons living near the sites and other interested parties. The proposed developments relate to one or more of the following:

1. The site of the application is within/affecting the setting of a designated Conservation Area (Section 73) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990;

2. The application relates to, or affects the setting of a Listed Building (Section 67) of the Planning (Listed Buildings and Conservation Areas) Act 1990;

MC/26/0710 Esplanade Formal Gardens, Esplanade, Rochester, Medway

Reason 1

Reason 2

Construction of play structure, associated hard and soft landscaping, and other associated and ancillary works - Demolition of existing play equipment.

MC/26/0696 163 Marlborough Road, Gillingham, Medway, ME7 5HP

Reason 1

Change of use of C3 dwellinghouse to sui generis for an 8-bedroom HMO.

MC/26/0684 Pope Farm, Meresborough Road, Rainham, Gillingham

Reason 2

Reason 1

Installation of a timber five-bar gate across the front of the existing driveway and erection of post-and-rail fencing along the front perimeter of the property which incorporates a small garden gate across the existing path leading to the front door.

MC/26/0685 Pope Farm, Meresborough Road, Rainham, Gillingham

Reason 2

Reason 1

Listed Building consent for the installation of a timber five-bar gate across the front of the existing driveway and erection of post-and-rail fencing along the front perimeter of the property which incorporates a small garden gate across the existing path leading to the front door.

MC/26/0629 Prings Cottage, Pilgrims Road, Upper Halling, Rochester

Reason 2

Listed building consent to install a blue heritage plaque on the front (northwest) face of the building, to the left of the front door. (The plaque to be installed by Halling Historical Society).

Copies of all application documents and plans are available to view online at: medway.gov.uk/info/200147/applying_for_planning_permission/122/search_for_planning_applications/1

Representations on any of these applications should be made to the Head of Planning within 14 days from the publication date.

Dave Harris

Head of Planning

Thursday, 7 May 2026

HEMPSTEAD ROAD, CHATHAM

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable carriageway resurfacing and associated works to be carried out -

Hempstead Road, Chatham - to be closed overnight to all vehicular traffic between points opposite No. 5 and No. 48. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via Hoath Way, Sharsted Way, Hempstead Valley Drive in both directions.

This order will come into force on Friday, 5 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to commence on or after Friday, 5 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within one night. The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

NORTHWOOD AVENUE, HOO

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable telephone pole maintenance to be carried out -

Northwood Avenue, Hoo - to be closed to all vehicular traffic across the frontage of 6 Northwood Avenue. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via Longfield Avenue, Thames Avenue and Northwood Avenue in both directions.

This order will come into force on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to commence on or after Tuesday, 9 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within two days. The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

SIR THOMAS LONGLEY ROUNDABOUT, STROOD

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable carriageway resurfacing and associated works to be carried out -

Sir Thomas Longley Roundabout, Strood – the whole roundabout to be closed to all vehicular traffic in stages as the works progress. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via Anthonys Way, Berwick Way, Frindsbury Hill, Banks Road, Commissioners Road, Whitewall Road in both directions.

This order will come into force on Thursday, 4 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to be carried out on Thursday, 4 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within one night (8pm – 6am). The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

ESHCOL ROAD, HOO ST WERBURGH

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable overhead line reconductoring works to be carried out -

Eshcol Road, Hoo St Werburgh - to be closed to all vehicular traffic between the junction with Jacobs Lane and the junction with Loverose Way turning. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via Stoke Road.

This order will come into force on Sunday, 17 May 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to commence on or after Sunday, 17 May 2026 and are programmed for completion within four days. There will be a further closure from Friday, 22 May until Thursday, 28 May (road closed between 7.30am and 5.30pm each day). The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

EDINBURGH ROAD, CHATHAM

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable works to relay a leaking communication pipe -

Edinburgh Road, Chatham - to be closed to all vehicular traffic between across the frontage of The Stables, Edinburgh Road. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via Edinburgh Road, Alexandra Road, Connaught Road, Luton Road and return.

This order will come into force on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to commence on or after Tuesday, 9 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within four days. The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

BEACON CLOSE, GILLINGHAM

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable excavation works to install new electricity services -

Beacon Close, Gillingham - to be closed to all vehicular traffic across the frontage of 10 Beacon Close. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. No alternative access available. Emergency access will be maintained at all times.

This order will come into force on Monday, 8 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner. The works are due to commence on or after Monday, 8 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within five days. The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

BROMPTON LANE, ROCHESTER

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable UKPN to excavate an electricity supply link box -

Brompton Lane, Rochester - to be closed to all vehicular traffic across the frontage of the Weston Arms, Brompton Lane. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via Gordon Road, Central Road, Western Road and return.

This order will come into force on Tuesday, 9 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to commence on or after Tuesday, 9 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within four days. The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

BILL STREET ROAD, STROOD

(TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF TRAFFIC) (NO.3) ORDER 2026

Notice is hereby given that Medway Council intend to make an order the effect of which will be to impose the following temporary prohibitions or restrictions on traffic to enable installation and connection of a street lighting column in the footway -

Bill Street Road, Strood - to be closed to all vehicular traffic across the frontages of Nos. 87 to 97 Bill Street Road. Pedestrian traffic will not be affected. An alternative route will be available via A228 Frindsbury Road, A228 Frindsbury Hill, B2108 Hollywood Lane and B2000 Cooling Road in both directions.

This order will come into force on Tuesday, 2 June 2026 and will be valid for a maximum period of 18 months or until the works have been completed, whichever is the sooner.

The works are due to commence on or after Tuesday, 2 June 2026 and are programmed for completion within one day. The order will be effective only when the appropriate signs are being displayed.

If you wish to discuss a perceived difficulty or require further information please contact Medway Council, Regeneration, Culture, and Environment, Front Line Services (01634 331165) during normal office hours or email traffic.management@medway.gov.uk

Adam Bryan

Director of Place

Thursday, 7 May 2026

TOWN & COUNTY PLANNING ACT 1990

PUBLIC INQUIRY

Opening on 19 May 2026 at 10am

At: The Rochester Corn Exchange, Princes Hall Northgate Rochester ME1 1LS

On 20 May:

At: Medway Park Sports Centre, Meeting Room 3, Mill Road, Gillingham Kent ME7 1HF

On the 21, 22, 27 and 28 May:

At: The Rochester Corn Exchange, Princes Hall Northgate Rochester ME1 1LS

REASON FOR INQUIRY Appeal by Richborough

Relating to the application to Medway Council, re outline application for demolition of existing buildings, the erection up to 800 dwellings (use class C3), 2-Form Entry primary school, mixed use local centre (use class E and F2), retirement living (use class C2), associated works and public open space. Approval is sought for the principal means of vehicular access from Lower Rochester Road and Higham Road, with all other matters reserved at Land off Lower Rochester Road, Wainscott, Rochester, ME3 8EH

An inspector appointed by the Secretary of State will hold an inquiry opening on the date shown above to decide the appeal.

Members of the public may attend the inquiry and, at the inspector’s discretion, express their views.

If you, or anyone you know has a disability and is concerned about facilities at the inquiry venue, you should contact the Council to confirm that suitable provisions are in place. Contact planningappeals@medway.gov.uk or phone: 01634 331700

Documents relating to the appeal can be viewed at the council offices by prior arrangement or on the council website (MC/25/0006)

Where applicable, you can use the internet to see information and to check the progress of cases through GOV.UK. The address of the search page is: gov.uk/appeal-planninginspectorate

Contact point at the Planning Inspectorate: Tim Salter, phone: 0303 444 5520, email: tim.salter.oo@planninginspectorate.gov.uk

Planning Inspectorate References: 6002071

Dave Harris

Head of Planning

Thursday, 7 May 2026

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