Sandhills (DT2), Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sandhills (DT2), Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Sandhills (DT2) are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £352,519 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: West Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 036D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sandhills (DT2).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sandhills (DT2).
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Sandhills (DT2) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
26 planning applications found near Sandhills (DT2).
- - Prospect Place West End Cattistock DT2 0JB
Internal and external alterations to include; removal of marble fireplace surround and firebrick linings; reinstatement of limestone fireplace surround; installation of wood burning stove, flexible me
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-09
View full details - - Metford Mill Holway Lane Cattistock DT2 0HH
Add 14 solar panels (each panel dimensions 1762 x 1134) to existing south facing wooden stable block roof and install a 10kwh battery in the adjacent implement shed. The project would include cabling
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Metford Mill Holway Lane Cattistock DT2 0HH
Add 14 solar panels (each panel dimensions 1762 x 1134) to existing south facing wooden stable block roof and install a 10kwh battery in the adjacent implement shed. The project would include cabling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-17
View full details - - Metford Mill Holway Lane Cattistock DT2 0HH
Replacement roof on wooden stable block
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Prospect Place West End Cattistock DT2 0JB
External alterations to facilitate the erection of a single storey orangery
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2021-10-05
View full details - - Prospect Place West End Cattistock DT2 0JB
Erection of single storey orangery
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2021-10-05
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Erection of steel frame agricultural storage barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2019-08-06
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Application for approval of reserved matters for access, appearance, layout and scale of outline planning permission WD/D/16/000694.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2019-03-07
View full details - - PROSPECT PLACE, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Amendment to planning approval 1/E/06/000392 - make minor alterations to the approved internal layout of the ground floor. - the addition of 1no. rooflight (to the 3no. roof lights already approved) -
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2018-11-01
View full details - - PROSPECT PLACE, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Minor alterations to: the approved internal layout of the ground floor; an addition of 1no. rooflight (to the 3no. roof lights already approved), the addition of a metal flue for the proposed wood bur
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2018-10-09
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Outline application for erection of agricultural workers dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2016-06-07
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Erect steel frame barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2015-05-26
View full details - - OLD MOSS FARMHOUSE, SANDHILLS, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HQ
Amendment to planning permission reference WD/D/14/001024 - Addition of a small window to the southern elevation & the amalgamation of two small windows on the eastern elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2015-02-27
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Winter housing for cattle
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-09-19
View full details - - SOUTH WRAXALL FARM, WRAXALL LANE, LOWER WRAXALL, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HL
Replacement of existing unsafe building to house animals during winter months
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-07-07
View full details - - OLD MOSS FARMHOUSE, SANDHILLS, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0HQ
Single storey extension to the rear and side of the existing property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-06-09
View full details - - PROSPECT PLACE, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Remove existing double doors and reinstate sash window with stone underneath, provision of double doors in substitution for approved window, removal of non structural walls in new build approved exten
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2014-01-02
View full details - - PROSPECT PLACE, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Remove double doors and reinstate wooden sash window with stonework underneath
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2013-10-30
View full details - - FIELD ADJACENT TO PROSPECT PLACE, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Construction of external riding arena
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2013-05-01
View full details - - PROSPECT PLACE, WEST END, CATTISTOCK, DORCHESTER, DT2 0JB
Erect garages, stores, and stables
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2007-08-14
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A brief summary of Sandhills (DT2) in Dorset
Sandhills (DT2) is a settlement located in Dorset, England.
Property prices in Sandhills (DT2) show an average sale price of £352,519, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sandhills (DT2) a particularly low-crime area.
Sandhills (DT2) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cattistock. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Sandhills (DT2) includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dorset. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sandhills (DT2) 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.
Planning Activity in Sandhills (DT2)
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Sandhills (DT2). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sandhills (DT2) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sandhills (DT2) were tree works (11), listed building and heritage (9), full planning applications (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.