Search Bourton planning applications
15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Bourton · updated daily · Somerset Council
Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 2 Mede Close New Road Bourton SP8 5BLAwaiting decisionErect a two storey side extension with a ground floor car-port.Householder Planning PermissionReceived 14 Oct 2026P/HOU/2026/05012
- Grove Cottage New Road Bourton SP8 5BXWithdrawnChange of use of agricultural land to residential gardenFull Planning ApplicationReceived 27 Jul 2026Decided 26 Aug 2026P/FUL/2026/03917
- Farcombe Hall Kites Nest Lane Bourton SP8 5AXApprovedErect Single Storey Ground and Lower Ground Floor ExtensionsHouseholder Planning PermissionReceived 1 Jul 2026Decided 17 Aug 2026P/HOU/2026/03598
- 6 Old Pound Court Bourton SP8 5STApprovedErect single storey rear extension to the existing garageHouseholder Planning PermissionReceived 29 Jun 2026Decided 29 Jul 2026P/HOU/2026/03497
- The Old Pump House Coombe Street Pen Selwood Wincanton Somerset BA9 8NFApprovedDischarge of Condition No. 09 (surface water drainage scheme) of planning application 26/00260/S73Discharge of Conditions NewReceived 26 May 2026Decided 29 Jul 202626/01201/DOC1
Planning in Bourton
- Approved
- 86%
- 18 of 20 decided
- Decision time
- about 7 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bourton in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.
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Around Bourton
Postcode districts
BA9 78 applications in the last 12 monthsSP8 131 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Somerset Council
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About Bourton
Bourton is a picturesque village and civil parish located in north Dorset, England, nestled between Mere and Wincanton, just north of the A303 road. As the most northerly parish in Dorset, it had a population of 947 according to the 2021 census. The village is situated along the River Stour and features the historic Bourton Mill, which once housed the second largest water wheel in Britain, making it a notable point of interest for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 947 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bourton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bourton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Bourton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bourton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
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In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Bourton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (7), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (4).
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).