Search Donhead St Mary planning applications

17 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Donhead St Mary · updated daily · Wiltshire Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.

Showing 1 to 5 of 17

The Haven, Barkers Hill, Donhead St Andrew, Shaftesbury, SP7 9EBAwaiting decisionErection of a timber 2 bay carport in front of house.Householder planning permissionReceived 28 Oct 2026PL/2026/06900
1 Sunnybank Cottages, Donhead St Mary, Shaftesbury, SP7 9DLApproved1 x Walnut tree - 30% reduction, up to 3m reduction in height and width 1 x Apple tree - prune back to previous pruning points 1 x Mulberry tree - fell to ground levelNotification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 21 Sep 2026Decided 2 Nov 2026PL/2026/05962
Glyn Barn, Donhead St Mary, Shaftesbury, SP7 9DLApprovedFell two dead ornamental flowering cherry trees - trees Nos 6 and 9Notification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 24 Aug 2026Decided 29 Sep 2026PL/2026/05217
West of Butlers Farm Barns, Butlers Farm, Butlers Hill, Donhead St Mary, Shaftesbury, SP7 9DAApprovedDischarge of Condition 9 (Biodiversity Net Gain) of PL/2025/00113 - Construction of a new bird hide structure to provide a place for viewing birds and monitoring the biodiversity at Butlers FarmBiodiversity Gain Plan Discharge of Condition ApplicationReceived 27 Mar 2026Decided 6 May 2026PL/2026/01957
Home Close, Donhead St Mary, Shaftesbury, SP7 9DLApprovedT1 Incense Cedar - Fell. Leaning over road. T2 Holly - Reduce by up to four meters and to approximate lines on photo. T3 Holly - Reduce by up to two meters and to approximate lines on photograph. T4 Lime - Reduce by up to five meters and to previous prNotification of proposed works to trees in a conservation areaReceived 17 Mar 2026Decided 22 Apr 2026PL/2026/01790

Planning in Donhead St Mary

Approved: 100%; 11 of 11 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Donhead St Mary in the last 24 months, from Wiltshire Council's planning register.

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Around Donhead St Mary

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SP7 245 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Wiltshire Council

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About Donhead St Mary

Donhead St Mary is a picturesque village and civil parish located in southwest Wiltshire, England, bordering Dorset. Situated approximately 2.5 miles east of Shaftesbury, this elevated village overlooks the River Nadder, which originates within the parish, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,057 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wiltshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Donhead St Mary 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 Donhead St Mary a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Donhead St Mary has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Donhead St Mary 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.thedonheads.org.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Donhead St Mary, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Donhead St Mary. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Donhead St Mary?

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Donhead St Mary. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Donhead St Mary?

The average planning decision time near Donhead St Mary is 52 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 Donhead St Mary?

The planning approval rate near Donhead St Mary is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Donhead St Mary?

The most common type of planning application near Donhead St Mary is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Donhead St Mary?

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