Search West Stafford planning applications

11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of West Stafford · updated daily · Dorset Council

Only 2 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Land Opposite 1-9 Barton Close West StaffordApprovedG1 Beech - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)Tree Dead Or DangerousReceived 3 Nov 2026Decided 5 Nov 2026P/TRD/2026/06175
Meadow House Manor Drive West Stafford DT2 8AQApprovedT1 Acer - Remove northern limbTree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 12 Oct 2026Decided 3 Nov 2026P/TRC/2026/05676
9 The Paddock West Stafford DT2 8XNApprovedT1 Field Maple - Reduce by 1-1.5m all over T2 Field Maple - Reduce above previous pollard points to maintain a shape and to retain foliage. Approximately 2m to remove T3 & T4 Field Maple - Reduce by 2m to give sufficient clearance to the wires and the garage below T5 Field Maple - Reduce by 1.5m all roundTree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 27 May 2026Decided 18 Jun 2026P/TRC/2026/02862
Winterborne Barton Close West Stafford DT2 8ADApprovedMacrocarpa (T20) - Reduce the height by up to 5m Willow (T22) - Pollard at 5-6m Horse Chestnut (T23) - Fell Mixed Species (G25) - Selective pruning to give a 3m clearance on the roof of the garage block Mixed Species (G26) - Ring ivy on roadside shelter belt woodland treesTree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 9 Mar 2026Decided 31 Mar 2026P/TRC/2026/01333
Stafford House Stafford Court West Stafford DT2 8AAApprovedMixed Species (G27) - Crown raise over highway to 6m to allow minimum legal clearance requirement of 5.2m plus a 0.8m buffer to allow for regrowth Ash x 4 (G29) - FellTree Works- Conservation AreaReceived 9 Mar 2026Decided 31 Mar 2026P/TRC/2026/01332

Planning in West Stafford

Approved: 100%; 15 of 15 decided
Decision time: about 3 weeks; on average

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

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Around West Stafford

Postcode districts

DT2 501 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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About West Stafford

West Stafford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the scenic Frome valley, just 2 miles east of Dorchester in southwest Dorset. With a population of 291 according to the 2011 census, the village features notable landmarks such as The Wise Man Inn and St Andrew's Church, alongside the picturesque river Winterbourne. Rich in literary history, West Stafford is recognized as a setting in Thomas Hardy's novel "Tess of the d'Urbervilles," making it an area of interest for both residents and those exploring planning applications in this charming locale. The settlement has a population of approximately 284 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dorset district.

The area around West Stafford has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Stafford 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near West Stafford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Stafford?

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near West Stafford. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near West Stafford?

The average planning decision time near West Stafford is 22 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 West Stafford?

The planning approval rate near West Stafford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Stafford?

The most common type of planning application near West Stafford is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

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