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Planning in Dover

Approved
47%
9 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dover in the last 24 months, from Wigan Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Wigan Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Dover

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About Dover

Dover, located in Kent, England, is a significant town and ferry port, strategically positioned just 33 kilometres from France across the Strait of Dover. As the administrative centre of the Dover District, it plays a crucial role in regional transport and trade, with the Port of Dover serving as a key hub for passenger and freight services. Its proximity to major towns like Canterbury and Maidstone enhances its importance in planning applications and development projects in the area.

Property prices in Dover show an average sale price of £295,900, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dover 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Dover, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Dover. Of these, 47% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dover?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Dover. The approval rate is 47%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dover?
The average planning decision time near Dover is 72 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 Dover?
The planning approval rate near Dover is 47%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dover?
The most common type of planning application near Dover is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dover?
You can search and track planning applications near Dover on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.