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15 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Farnham · updated daily · Dorset Council

Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 15 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Field Cottage High Street Farnham DT11 8DEAwaiting decisionT1 - Cypress - Create a nature monolith by removing all limbs back to the main trunk as per annotated photograph. T2 & T3 - Pines - Fell.Tree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 22 Oct 2026P/TRC/2026/05900
6 Oakley View High Street Farnham DT11 8DFApprovedG1 - Beech - Raise crown to achieve a clearance of up to 1m from sheds, selectively removing or reducing low and downward growing tertiary branches whilst retaining as much screening as possible. Reduce end weight of branches over the garden by up to 1m. T1 - Beech - Raise crown to gain 2m clearance from shed.Tree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 9 Oct 2026Decided 2 Nov 2026P/TRC/2026/05638
Corner Of Whiteway Hill A354 At Thickthorn Cross To B3078 At Horton Inn Connecting Lane FarnhamRefusedDisplay cockerel sculpture and 1no non illuminated signReceived 2 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 2026P/ADV/2026/04832
The Beeches 66 High Street Farnham DT11 8DEApprovedT1 & T2 are intertwined stems of Yew and Holly trees - Reduce combined canopy by 1m all and make the canopy more symmetrical by reducing by 1.5m on the eastern aspect.Tree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 17 Aug 2026Decided 10 Sep 2026P/TRC/2026/04499
The Old Rectory Access To Old Rectory Farnham DT11 8DEApprovedT1 - Holm Oak: - Crown lift three low hanging branches to approximately four meters from ground level. See indicative pruning lines on attached photos. - Reduce radial spread of canopy, extending due southwest (toward tennis court), by approximately two meters, cutting back to suitable secondary growth points. Blend into upper and radial crown. Crown height will remain the same. See indicative pruning lines on attached photos. T2 - Beech: - Crown lift to 5m from ground level.Tree Works- TPOReceived 2 Jul 2026Decided 28 Jul 2026P/TRT/2026/03612

Planning in Farnham

Approved: 92%; 11 of 12 decided
Decision time: about 4 weeks; on average

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

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DT11 459 applications in the last 12 months

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About Farnham

Farnham is a quaint village and civil parish located in Dorset, England, nestled on Cranborne Chase and situated seven miles northeast of Blandford Forum. As of the 2011 census, the population of Farnham was recorded at 183, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those considering planning applications in a peaceful rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 187 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Farnham show an average sale price of £641,314, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Farnham 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 (May 2026). This makes Farnham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Farnham has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Farnham 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 Farnham, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Farnham. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

The most common types were tree works (13).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Farnham?

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Farnham. The approval rate is 92%.

How long do planning decisions take near Farnham?

The average planning decision time near Farnham is 26 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 Farnham?

The planning approval rate near Farnham is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Farnham?

The most common type of planning application near Farnham is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farnham?

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