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UK Power Networks propose to install two pole mounted reclosers at locations in Kent Down AONB. Please note the wooden poles are existing hence it is the pole mounted equipment that UK Power Networks is notifying Ashford Borough Council to this regard. The purpose of adding the proposed reclosers is to improve the localized electrical infrastructure in what has been identified as a Worst Served Customer area.

Overhead Line Running Length of, Amage Road, Wye

Decision MadeReference: OTH/2026/0896Ashford Borough Council

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Application summary

Status
Decision Made
Application type
Overhead Line Exemption
Received
14 May 2026
Validated
14 May 2026
Determination deadline
25 Jun 2026
Local authority
Ashford Borough Council

Application overview

UK Power Networks propose to install two pole mounted reclosers at locations in Kent Down AONB. Please note the wooden poles are existing hence it is the pole mounted equipment that UK Power Networks is notifying Ashford Borough Council to this regard. The purpose of adding the proposed reclosers is to improve the localized electrical infrastructure in what has been identified as a Worst Served Customer area.

Proposal details

Reference
OTH/2026/0896
Ward
Bircholt
Parish
Wye with Hinxhill

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Overhead Line Running Length of, Amage Road, Wye

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Exemptions Reg Letter to LPA - C7545Supporting Documents · PDF14 May 2026View

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