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1,033 in the last 90 days430 in the last 30222 in the last 1486% approveddecisions typically take 64 days

Source: Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council planning register · updated daily

Showing 1 to 5 of 1,476 · received or decided in the last 90 days

37 Dunkeld Road Bournemouth BH3 7EW
1x Scots Pine - Dead - Fell
PendingRegulation 14 - Dead and DangerousReceived 23 Oct 2026P/26/05161/REG14
11 Beaumont Road Poole BH13 7JJ
Robinia — Split — Remove
ApprovedRegulation 14 - Dead and DangerousReceived 23 Oct 2026Decided 23 Oct 2026P/26/05157/REG14
29 Ashwood Drive Poole Broadstone BH18 8LN
T1 Small Scots pine - Dead - Fell T2 - Large Scots pine - Dead - Fell T3 Living Scots pine - Extensive deadwood & defective dead branches - Crown clean & Removal of deadwood and defective dead branches
PendingRegulation 14 - Dead and DangerousReceived 23 Oct 2026P/26/05156/REG14
86 Tarn Drive Poole BH17 7DQ
Oak — Massive cavity on one side and Ganoderma at the base — Fell
PendingRegulation 14 - Dead and DangerousReceived 23 Oct 2026P/26/05147/REG14
2 Cranemoor Gardens Christchurch BH23 5AW
T1-Western Red Cedar. Fell and replant with one standard-sized Silver Birch.
PendingTree work to tree/s subject to a TPOReceived 23 Oct 2026P/26/05153/TTPO

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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council received?

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council received 5,402 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 86%.

How long does Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council take to decide applications?

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council takes an average of 64 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council?

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council approves 86% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.

How do I object to a planning application in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council?

Submit your representation to Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council planning portal.

Can I appeal a Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council planning decision?

Yes. If Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1,082 appeals were lodged against Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 27% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

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About Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, known as BCP Council, serves as the local authority for the coastal areas of Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole in Dorset, England. Established on 1 April 2019 through the merger of the former unitary authorities of Bournemouth and Poole, along with Christchurch, BCP Council operates as a unitary authority, managing both district and county council functions independently from Dorset Council. This structure is significant for those researching planning applications, as it centralizes local governance and decision-making within the region. The council is currently led by Millie Earl (Liberal Democrats), who has held the position since 23 July 2024. Aidan Dunn serves as Chief Executive since 1 September 2025. The council comprises 76 councillors, with the most recent election held on 4 May 2023.

The council area encompasses 98 towns and villages, including Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council received 5,402 planning applications. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were tree works (2,184), full planning applications (1,506), outline applications (359). 14 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1,082 planning appeals were lodged against Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council decisions, of which 270 were allowed and 715 were dismissed (27% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.