Hallam Land has won an appeal to secure outline planning permission for 1,000 homes in Ashford, Kent from Ashford Borough Council.

A planning application was submitted in 2018, with the site receiving an allocation for housing in the Ashford Local Plan in 2019. Ashford Borough Council failed to make a decision on the application, which led Hallam Land to appeal in January 2025 based on non-determination. The appeal was successful, resulting in full approval in December 2025.

Tim Roberts, CEO at Henry Boot, commented: “Securing outline planning consent for 1,000 homes in Ashford marks another significant milestone for Hallam Land and reflects the strong momentum we are seeing across the business. Hallam Land continues to prove its resilience and expertise in unlocking high quality development opportunities alongside landowners and local authorities.”

In addition to the 1,000 homes, of which 19% are affordable, the consent will deliver self-build plots, a local centre, a primary school, flexible office space and a community hall.