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Planning in Charminster (DT2)

Approved
96%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Charminster (DT2) in the last 24 months, from Dorset Council's planning register.

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About Charminster (DT2)

Charminster is a village and civil parish located in west Dorset, England, approximately one mile north of Dorchester along the A352 road and the River Cerne. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 2,940 and includes the hamlet of Charlton Down, making it a notable area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,356 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

The area around Charminster has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Charminster 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Charminster, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Charminster. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (17), full planning applications (4), outline applications (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Charminster (DT2)?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Charminster (DT2). The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Charminster (DT2)?
The average planning decision time near Charminster (DT2) is 39 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 Charminster (DT2)?
The planning approval rate near Charminster (DT2) is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Charminster (DT2)?
The most common type of planning application near Charminster (DT2) is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Charminster (DT2)?
You can search and track planning applications near Charminster (DT2) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.