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Planning in Grove

Approved
85%
17 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Grove

Grove is a settlement located in Dorset, England. It sits within the Portland district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Grove a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Grove 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 Grove, 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 Grove. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (6), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Grove?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Grove. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Grove?
The average planning decision time near Grove is 46 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 Grove?
The planning approval rate near Grove is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Grove?
The most common type of planning application near Grove is tree works applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Grove?
You can search and track planning applications near Grove on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.