Planning Lists

The latest planning list is available to download here. June was notably quiet, with only nine new planning applications submitted across the Ward. Nonetheless, site intensification and redevelopment continue to dominate, frequently raising concerns about scale, impact on local character, and environmental sustainability. While a few recent proposals reflect a more thoughtful design approach, others remain insensitive to context and fall short of aligning with adopted planning guidance. … Read More

The latest planning list is available to download here.   May has been relatively quiet in terms of new planning submissions, but there has been a noticeable increase in approvals issued. This appears to reflect the gradual clearing of the postportal backlog and a return to more consistent decision-making timeframes by BCP Council. Site intensification and redevelopment remain persistent themes, often raising concerns around scale, character, and environmental … Read More

The latest planning list is available to download here.   April was relatively quiet in terms of planning activity, although several new applications were submitted and two notable appeals were decided. The newly launched BCP Planning Portal is now operational, following a transitional period earlier this year. Ongoing trends continue to include site intensification and redevelopment, often raising concerns around scale, character, and sustainability. While some proposals show … Read More

The latest planning list is available to download here. This month has seen changes to the BCP Planning Portal infrastructure, which have made retrieving information and tracking important applications more challenging. Due to this system upgrade, there was a period of downtime in the application process, resulting in a particularly busy March after a quieter February. The significant applications this month reflect the ongoing trend of site intensification, … Read More

The latest planning list is available here. This month’s significant applications reflect a continued trend of site intensification, with proposals seeking to replace single dwellings. While several designs take a more traditional approach, concerns remain over increased density, material choices, and landscaping impacts. Notable applications also include two key hospitality venues—Rockwater (Sandbanks) and Compton Acres. Rockwater has requested to extend Sandbanks Beach Café’s opening hours to 1 AM, … Read More