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14 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Fontmell Magna · updated daily · Dorset Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Pipers Mill Cottage West Street Fontmell Magna SP7 0JPAwaiting decisionReplacement of windowsListed Building ConsentReceived 3 Nov 2026P/LBC/2026/06179
Sutton Waldron House The Street Sutton Waldron Blandford Forum DT11 8NYAwaiting decisionT1 - Ash - Fell.Tree Works- TPOReceived 2 Nov 2026P/TRT/2026/06156
Cedar Springs Mill Street Fontmell Magna SP7 0NUAwaiting decisionConvert first floor store room into additional living accommodation. Install windows and rooflights.Householder Planning PermissionReceived 2 Nov 2026P/HOU/2026/05888
Agricultural Storage South Street Fontmell MagnaApprovedErect agricultural buildingPrior Approval - Building for Agricultural/Forestry UseReceived 28 Sep 2026Decided 22 Oct 2026P/PABA/2026/05364
32 Mill Street Fontmell Magna SP7 0NUAwaiting decisionErect single storey side extension, install new glazing, changes to facade materials, install solar panels, air source heat pump and associated external works.Householder Planning PermissionReceived 24 Sep 2026P/HOU/2026/05305

Planning in Fontmell Magna

Approved: 93%; 37 of 38 decided
Decision time: about 5 weeks; on average

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

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Around Fontmell Magna

Postcode districts

SP7 246 applications in the last 12 monthsDT11 463 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Dorset Council

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Application types: Rear extensionsLoft conversionsHouseholder applicationsTree works & TPOListed building consentChange of useAnnexes & granny flatsSolar panelsBarn conversionsBasement extensions

About Fontmell Magna

Fontmell Magna is a quaint village and civil parish in Dorset, nestled in the scenic Blackmore Vale near the chalk hills of Cranborne Chase. Conveniently located along the A350 road, it lies five miles south of Shaftesbury and eight miles north of Blandford Forum. As of the 2011 census, the parish had a population of 734, making it a charming yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 676 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

Property prices in Fontmell Magna show an average sale price of £344,189, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fontmell Magna 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 Fontmell Magna a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Fontmell Magna has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fontmell Magna 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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In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Fontmell Magna. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.

The most common types were tree works (24), full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fontmell Magna?

In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Fontmell Magna. The approval rate is 93%.

How long do planning decisions take near Fontmell Magna?

The average planning decision time near Fontmell Magna is 33 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 Fontmell Magna?

The planning approval rate near Fontmell Magna is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fontmell Magna?

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

How can I track planning applications near Fontmell Magna?

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