Land and new homes in Tonbridge
Land to Homes is a land and new-homes business covering Tonbridge. We can buy suitable land directly, fund the planning on promotion and option deals, and deliver homes for sale, rent and affordable housing. Every land enquiry starts with a free, no-obligation appraisal.
Tonbridge · TN9Free site appraisal
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- Free site appraisalNo cost, no obligation
- Legal fees coveredReasonable fees, on options and promotion
- Nothing to pay upfrontOn promotion: we fund planning
- Direct purchaseSuitable sites, with or without planning
- UK-wideEngland, Wales, Scotland and NI
Tonbridge at a glance
In Kent, Tonbridge lies about 12 miles south-west of Maidstone; its central postcode district is TN9. Sevenoaks is the closest neighbouring place we cover, at about 6 miles, followed by Crowborough and Maidstone. Tonbridge is in the South East region of England.
In and around Tonbridge, the land we appraise ranges from large and long rear gardens to brownfield land in and around Tonbridge, including former garage blocks and yards. Planning in Tonbridge follows England’s rules: the National Planning Policy Framework sets national policy and the council’s Local Plan sets local policy.
A postcode and a rough boundary are enough for us to start a free appraisal of land near Tonbridge.
Services in Tonbridge
For landowners
- Sell Land for Development in Tonbridge
- Sell Land with Planning Permission in Tonbridge
- Sell Land Without Planning in Tonbridge
- Land Option Agreements in Tonbridge
- Land Promotion Agreements in Tonbridge
- Landowner Joint Ventures in Tonbridge
- Sell Garden Land and Backland in Tonbridge
- Sell Farmland and Paddocks in Tonbridge
- Sell Brownfield Land in Tonbridge
- Sell an Infill Plot in Tonbridge
- Land Assembly and Access in Tonbridge
- Free Site Appraisal in Tonbridge
- Sell a Building for Conversion in Tonbridge
Planning, design and build
- Planning Permission and Strategy in Tonbridge
- Architecture and Masterplanning in Tonbridge
- New Home Construction in Tonbridge
- Serviced Plots for Self-Build in Tonbridge
New homes and housing
- New-Build Homes for Sale in Tonbridge
- New Homes to Rent in Tonbridge
- Affordable Housing in Tonbridge
- Social Housing in Tonbridge
- Council and Housing Partnerships in Tonbridge
Funders and partners
Planning and land rules in Tonbridge
Selling development land in Tonbridge usually starts with heads of terms, a short written summary of price, conditions and fees, before solicitors draft the contract. In England the sale becomes binding on exchange of contracts and finishes on completion, with the title then registered at HM Land Registry. The buyer normally pays Stamp Duty Land Tax. On option and promotion agreements with Land to Homes, your reasonable legal fees are covered, with the amount agreed in the heads of terms.
Councils and housing associations around Tonbridge can bid for grant through Homes England's Social and Affordable Homes Programme, which funds Social Rent, Affordable Rent at up to 80% of market rent, and shared ownership. Landlords of the rented homes must be registered with the Regulator of Social Housing. National policy also expects local plans to set a minimum Social Rent proportion for major development. Land to Homes is ready to discuss sites, partnership and delivery.
| Who decides applications | The local planning authority, usually the district, borough, city or unitary council (or a national park authority) |
|---|---|
| In-principle consent | Outline planning permission, with reserved matters approved later |
| Land transaction tax (paid by the buyer) | Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) |
| Land registration | HM Land Registry |
| Developer contributions | Section 106 planning obligations, plus the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) where the council charges it |
Questions about Land and homes in Tonbridge
What are the New Homes Quality Code and New Homes Ombudsman?
The New Homes Quality Code is a code of practice for developers registered with the New Homes Quality Board, covering how homes are marketed, reserved, sold and handed over, and after-sales care. Buyers of homes from registered developers can usually take unresolved complaints to the New Homes Ombudsman Service. The framework currently covers England, Scotland and Wales.
What is planning permission?
Planning permission is consent from the planning authority to carry out development, such as building new homes or changing the use of land. Applications are judged against the local development plan and national policy, which differ in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Permission can be full, or outline, which is called planning permission in principle in Scotland.
What is a local development plan and why does it matter?
The development plan sets out where new homes and other development should go, and it is the starting point for planning decisions. In England it is usually called the Local Plan; Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have Local Development Plans. Land allocated for housing, or next to a settlement where policy supports growth, usually has stronger prospects.
Can you guarantee my land will get planning permission?
No one can guarantee planning permission. Decisions rest with the planning authority or, on appeal, an independent appeal body. What we can do is assess the prospects honestly, prepare a thorough application and deal with likely objections early. If we think a site is unlikely to succeed, we will tell you before anyone spends time or money on it.
Is Tonbridge an area you cover for land?
Yes, we cover land in Tonbridge and elsewhere in Kent, including Sevenoaks, Folkestone and Faversham. Where a site suits us we can buy it directly, or set up an option or promotion agreement. On promotion there is nothing to pay upfront.