Residential Space Standards Statement: NDSS and M4(2) or M4(3)
As of July 1, 2026, Dartford as the Local Planning Authority will be using an updated local list of validation requirements.
Note to applicant:
Please take note of the PINs guidance on the use of Artificial Intelligence as this may also impact on your planning submission to the Council.
As part of the Dartford Borough Council validation requirements, all planning applications for developments creating new dwellings should include the submission of a Statement setting out the residential standards proposed as part of the development, as required under Policy M1 of the Dartford Local Plan to 2037 with respect to the Nationally Described Space Standards(NDSS) and the accessible and adaptable accommodation requirements.
The Council requires this information to accurately assess the planning application and where planning permission is granted to ensure that conditions on the planning permission relate to the correct dwelling.
Full details of how to assess units with regard to the Nationally Described Space Standards can be found on the GOV.UK website.
Full details of Building Regulations Part M4(2) and Part M4(3) requirements can be found on the GOV.UK website.
The template is to assist in order to ensure that the information is provided clearly. If you require a Word version of this template, please contact Planning Admin