Weston (DT5), Dorset Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Weston (DT5), Dorset.
Dorset · England · settlement
Planning applications in Weston (DT5) are administered by Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council. View the full Bournemouth Christchurch And Poole Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Weston (DT5)
Weston is a historic village located in Tophill on the Isle of Portland, Dorset, adjacent to the larger village of Easton. Recognised for its unique architectural and historic significance, Weston has been designated as a conservation area since 1994, making it an important consideration for any planning applications in the region.
District: Portland
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £229,100 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dorset
- Parliamentary constituency: South Dorset
- LSOA: Dorset 047C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Weston (DT5).
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Weston (DT5).
- 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 Weston (DT5) based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Weston (DT5).
- - 58 Reforne Portland DT5 2AN
Demolition of the existing outrigger and erection of a single-storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-06-12
View full details - - Weston Road Playing Field Weston Road Portland Dorset
Erection of fencing and installation of commercial play equipment
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-27
View full details - - 133 Reforne Portland DT5 2AP
Internal alteration to remove partition wall within existing commercial kitchen area; removal of two internal partition walls and associated timber doors in the trade area
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - 36 Weston Road Portland DT5 2BZ
T1 Prunus - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 32 Grangecroft Road Portland DT5 2HS
Erect an annexe for use ancillary to the dwelling house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Land Adjacent Garages At Furlands Portland
Erect Garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 19 Weston Street Portland Dorset DT5 2DF
G1 Leylandii x 3 - Remove Under regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Land in Use as Football Pitch Watery Lane Weston Street Portland
Temporary campsite for camping from May to end of September 2026. No more than 50 pitches and no more than 60 days.
Status: Permitted | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - 93 Weston Road Easton Portland DT5 2DA
Continued use as a restaurant/cafe but with the ability to deliver food away from the site.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - 59 Courtlands Road Portland DT5 2HG
Erect attached garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-12-31
View full details - - 19 Weston Street Portland Dorset DT5 2DF
T1 Leylandii - Remove Under Regulation 14 (S198)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - Land In Use As Football Pitch Watery Lane Portland
Regulation 77 Habitats Regulations application for Temporary campsite for camping from May to end of September 2025 no more than 50 pitches and no more than 60 days.
Status: Permitted | Council: Dorset | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details - - 82 Weston Road Portland DT5 2BZ
Interior alterations - remove late C20 fireplace, remove late C20 stud wall, remove late C20 concrete block column, restore and extend ceiling panelling, replace x 3 interior doors and remove paint an
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - 30 Clarence Road Portland DT5 2BA
Roof alterations, including hip to gable enlargements, rear dormer window and front rooflights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - 23 Haylands Portland DT5 2JZ
Conversion of garage to form annexe for family member
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-06-14
View full details - - 9 Weston Street Portland DT5 2DF
Erection of outbuilding (garage)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - 47 Courtlands Road Portland DT5 2HF
Proposed first floor extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dorset | Date: 2024-01-24
View full details - - Weston Park Homes Weston Road Easton Portland Dorset DT5 2DE
T1 Lime - Re-pollard back to previous points
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dorset | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Weston (DT5) in Dorset
Weston is a historic village located in Tophill on the Isle of Portland, Dorset, adjacent to the larger village of Easton. Recognised for its unique architectural and historic significance, Weston has been designated as a conservation area since 1994, making it an important consideration for any planning applications in the region. It sits within the Portland district.
Property prices in Weston (DT5) show an average sale price of £229,100, 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 Weston (DT5) a particularly low-crime area.
Weston (DT5) has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Portland (Easton), Weston, Underhill. 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 Weston (DT5) includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Nicodemus Heights SSSI, Isle of Portland SSSI, Chesil & The Fleet SSSI; 5 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Chesil & The Fleet, Isle of Portland to Studland Cliffs, Studland to Portland. 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, Weston (DT5) 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 Weston (DT5)
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Weston (DT5). Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 27 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Weston (DT5) maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 27 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Weston (DT5) were tree works (10), full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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