Road Scheme near Mascalls School in Paddock Wood Postponed

Hey, listen to this about Paddock Wood. Road improvements got delayed. This area has tons of new houses, like, almost a thousand! Kent County Council planned junction changes. Money for the £4.7 million project came from developers.

They were supposed to improve two junctions. Now, they need a bigger roundabout plus more land. A traffic light plan near a school also has issues.

New flood maps changed everything. They must reroute surface water. It’s a tricky problem for the council. They decided to continue, not abandon the project.

Giving up means no help for Paddock Wood. The housing developments need road improvements. Officers found no better solution. A local councillor said Paddock Wood feels overwhelmed. Development impacts the roads a lot. Getting the flooding control right is critical.

They will clear plants soon to protect nesting birds. Quotes for the supply chain will come next. The project aims to improve road capacity. Access will also improve near the new homes. The updated plan still boosts traffic flow.

It also improves accessibility as intended. Construction starts this summer, lasting months. It should finish before March 2026.