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Westenhanger, near Hythe/Folkestone, Kent·In developmentHousing & Development

Otterpool Park

  • StageAwaiting formal planning sign-off pending Section 106; first 300-home phase planned near Westenhanger station (Jun 2026)
  • Next milestoneSubmission of replacement Section 106 agreement; planning committee hoped by end 2026
  • Last checked1 November 2026
Source: KentOnline, Confirmed: where and when construction of new Kent town is set to start →

What has changed on this project, and when

  • Next milestone: Submission of replacement Section 106 agreement; planning committee hoped by end 20262 November 2026 · previously: New Section 106 agreement Sept 2026; committee decision by end 2026
  • Stage: Awaiting formal planning sign-off pending Section 106; first 300-home phase planned near Westenhanger station (Jun 2026)2 November 2026 · previously: Strategic infrastructure approved May 2026; first-homes location confirmed; housebuilding not started

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