Social Value Statement
Last updated October 29, 2026.
Local validation checklist code B14
When you'll need to provide this
You may need to include this if you're submitting your planning application to Maidstone Borough Council.
For applications submitted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils
These requirements apply to applications sumittted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils.
- 20 or more residential units
- Commercial floorspace of over 500sqm
It is in policy LPRSP11(B). Ringlestone and Parkwood referred to thresholds are 20 residential units and commercial floorspace of over 500sqm - in para 7.49.
Typical proposals
The social value statement planning application requirement is typically needed when you're proposing to do any of the following:
New housing development; Commercial development; Retail, restaurant or takeaway; Industrial or warehouse developmentWhat you'll need to provide
What you'll need to include in your application
For applications submitted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils
Major proposals should provide a statement which addresses how the proposal may seek to improve social value, by means such as using local labour, providing apprenticeships/training etc.
Why we need you to provide this
Why we need you to include this in your application.
For applications submitted to either Swale or Maidstone borough councils
Key Priorities in the Local Plan Review are the:
- Renewal of Maidstone urban area with particular focus on Maidstone the town centre and areas of social and environmental deprivation
- Redressing the low wage economy by expanding the employment skills base to target employment opportunities
Policy LPRSP2 sets out that proposals supporting development that improves the health, social, environmental and employment well-being of those living in identified areas of deprivation and Policy LPRSP11(B) sets out that applications will be accompanied by supporting statements which evidences how the scheme has provided employment opportunities for all the Borough’s residents.
There may be particular circumstances whereby there is a need for an emphasis on those residents living in Ringlestone and Parkwood so as to make a specific contribution to inclusive growth.