Shitterton, Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shitterton, Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Shitterton are administered by Dorset Council. View the full Dorset Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Shitterton
Shitterton is a historic hamlet located within Bere Regis, Dorset, known for its charming collection of thatched buildings that date back to the 18th century and earlier. The name, which has origins tracing back to the 11th century, translates to "farmstead on the stream used as an open sewer," and it often appears on lists of unusual place names due to its distinctive wording. For those researching planning applications in the area, Shitterton's rich history and unique character may offer insights into local architectural heritage and development opportunities.
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Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Dorset and North Poole
- LSOA: Dorset 033C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shitterton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shitterton.
- 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 Shitterton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
16 planning applications found near Shitterton.
- - Land at White Lovington Bere Regis BH20 7NF
Non Material Amendment to amend the conditions working on application 6/2020/0013 Erect 17 No. dwellings, create an access and associated parking and landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - - Honeycombe Cottage 18 Shitterton Road Bere Regis BH20 7HU
Maple - Fell.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - 14 North Street Bere Regis BH20 7LA
Replace existing chimney pots, localised repointing and replacement of spalled bricks
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - Land off Rye Hill Bere Regis BH20 7NF
Introduction of a Heathland Infrastructure Project (associated with residential development which is the subject of planning application 6/2020/0013)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 1 White Lovington Bere Regis BH20 7NF
T1 & T2 - Sycamores - Crown reduction by 2 metres keeping form and shape. T3 Holm Oak - Crown reduce by trimming all over by 50cm -100cm keeping form and shape. T4 Birch & T5 Cherry - Crown reduction
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - Land rear of 11-12 Egdon Close Bere Regis BH20 7LQ
Construction of a detached chalet bungalow
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-08-19
View full details - - 35A West Street Bere Regis BH20 7HJ
Erect garden office
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - 88 West Street Bere Regis BH20 7HH
Alterations to property to regularise works undertaken following grant of planning consent approved (6/2013/0067) 2013 and partially implemented. Internal alterations and proposed new door and window
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - 88 West Street Bere Regis BH20 7HH
Alterations to property to regularise works undertaken following grant of planning consent approved (6/2013/0067) 2013 and partially implemented. Internal alterations and proposed new door and window
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-11-29
View full details - - 73 West Street Bere Regis BH20 7HL
Non Material Amendment to create a small dormer extension to the first floor front elevation with fully obscured glazing to allow for a wc facility off the bedroom area and widen the rear lounge footp
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-10-14
View full details - - Sitterton House 19 Shitterton Bere Regis BH20 7HU
T1 Goat Willow - Pollard to a height of approximately 8ft. T2 Grey Poplar (collapsed and uprooted) - Cut up and remove. T3 Goat Willow - Cut down to lower trunk on riverbank and remove remainder of tr
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-09-05
View full details - - Bere Regis Primary School Southbrook Bere Regis BH20 7LQ
To site a temporary container classroom for a period of up to 5 years
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-08-12
View full details - - Honeycombe Cottage 18 Shitterton Road Bere Regis BH20 7HU
T1 Willow - Reduce laterals by 2 metres. Crown thin by 5%. T2 Willow - Crown thin by 5%. T3 Maple - Crown thin by 5%. Prune back to give 2 metres clearance from outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-07-08
View full details - - 2 Manor House Southbrook Bere Regis BH20 7LJ
T1 Weeping Ash - Pollard down to secondary stems to a height of 2 metres above current hedge line.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-06-07
View full details - - 18 North Street Bere Regis BH20 7LA
Highways Act 1980 Section 154 - Requirement to fell ash for highways safety.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-02-22
View full details - - Highfield Rye Hill Bere Regis Dorset BH20 7LP
Partial conversion of existing garage / workshop to form ancillary accommodation in association with the main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Shitterton in Dorset
Shitterton is a historic hamlet located within Bere Regis, Dorset, known for its charming collection of thatched buildings that date back to the 18th century and earlier. The name, which has origins tracing back to the 11th century, translates to "farmstead on the stream used as an open sewer," and it often appears on lists of unusual place names due to its distinctive wording. For those researching planning applications in the area, Shitterton's rich history and unique character may offer insights into local architectural heritage and development opportunities.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Shitterton a particularly low-crime area.
Shitterton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bere Regis, Piddle Valley. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Shitterton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Black Hill Heath SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Dorset Heaths; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Dorset Heathlands; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Dorset Heathlands. 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, Shitterton 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 Shitterton
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Shitterton. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Shitterton.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shitterton were full planning applications (7), tree works (7), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 17 smaller schemes were submitted.
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