How long do planning decisions take near Chalmington?

The average planning decision time near Chalmington is 40 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Chalmington?

The planning approval rate near Chalmington is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chalmington?

The most common type of planning application near Chalmington is tree works applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chalmington?

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Chalmington, Dorset Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chalmington, Dorset.

Dorset · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chalmington are administered by Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council. View the full Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chalmington

Chalmington is a quaint hamlet located near the village of Cattistock in west Dorset, England. Its rural setting offers a unique landscape for potential planning applications, making it an area of interest for developers and local planners alike.

District: Cattistock

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £326,698 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dorset
Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
LSOA: Dorset 037A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chalmington.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chalmington.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Chalmington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Chalmington.

- BARN EAST OF, WEST END, CATTISTOCK
Steel portal framed hay and mahinery store
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2017-12-14
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- WEST VIEW, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Change of use from garaging and studio to an annex.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2016-04-21
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- WEST VIEW, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Change of use & conversion, including two-storey extension to form dwelling (Resubmission)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2015-12-08
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- WEST VIEW, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Change of use & conversion, including two-storey extension to form dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2015-06-04
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- West View, CATTISTOCK
Erect detached garage with studio over
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2002-04-04
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A brief summary of Chalmington in Dorset

Property prices in Chalmington show an average sale price of £326,698, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Chalmington a particularly low-crime area.

Chalmington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cattistock. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Chalmington includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Chalmington

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Chalmington. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chalmington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chalmington were tree works (11), listed building and heritage (8), full planning applications (5). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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