Kent · TN13
Demolition in Sevenoaks
Demolition is the controlled removal of a structure — from a single wall or outbuilding to a full building — including safety measures, waste removal and, where required, formal notice to the local authority before work starts.
In Sevenoaks, that covers Riverhead, Dunton Green, Weald, Bat & Ball, Kippington. Sevenoaks is an affluent Kent town close to the Kent Downs National Landscape and extensive Green Belt land, with a historic core, well-established residential streets of substantial detached and semi-detached houses, and strong rail links into London.
Coverage
Areas we cover in Sevenoaks for demolition
Property styles in Sevenoaks
Sevenoaks has a significant stock of larger detached and semi-detached Victorian, Edwardian and interwar houses on generous plots, which frequently suit substantial rear or double-storey extensions and outbuilding conversions.
Planning considerations
Sevenoaks District Council is the local planning authority. A large proportion of the district is designated Green Belt, and parts fall within the Kent Downs National Landscape, both of which place additional constraints on new structures and extensions beyond normal permitted development limits.
How it works
Our demolition process
- 01
Survey and notification
Assessing the structure, checking for asbestos, and notifying the local authority under the Building Act where required for larger demolitions.
- 02
Services disconnection
Disconnecting or capping gas, electricity, water and drainage connections ahead of demolition.
- 03
Demolition
Taking down the structure using appropriate methods for its size, materials and site access.
- 04
Waste clearance
Sorting and removing demolition waste and skips, and leaving the site made safe and clear.
Also in this area
Other services we provide in Sevenoaks
Nearby coverage
Demolition in nearby areas
Need help right now?
Before booking a site visit, get an instant answer for £4.99 — Ask an Expert in Sevenoaks.
FAQs
Demolition in Sevenoaks: FAQs
Do you provide demolition across all of Sevenoaks?
Yes, we cover the TN13 postcode area in full, including Riverhead, Dunton Green, Weald, Bat & Ball, Kippington.
Do I need to notify the council before demolishing a building?
For larger demolitions, yes — a formal notice under Section 80 of the Building Act 1984 is usually required at least six weeks before work starts, giving the local authority the chance to set conditions covering matters like site safety, dust and adjoining structures. Smaller, non-notifiable demolitions still need to be carried out safely and in line with other regulations.
Do I need an asbestos survey before demolition?
If the building or any part of it was constructed before the 2000 UK asbestos ban, an asbestos survey is generally needed before demolition to identify and safely deal with any asbestos-containing materials, arranged with a specialist licensed contractor.
Does Green Belt designation affect extending a house in Sevenoaks?
Green Belt policy applies primarily to new buildings and significant additions that would be disproportionate to the original dwelling, rather than ruling out modest extensions. We assess this against your specific property and its planning history.
Get a quote for demolition in Sevenoaks
Tell us about the property and what you have in mind, and we'll arrange a site visit.
Last reviewed 2026-07-28.