Planning application search and comment
Search and comment
Planning history searches
If you are unable to find the application that you are searching for using the searches above, you can contact us with details of the site or application and we will search for it for you. Depending on the type of information you are asking for, there may be a fee of £50.
Request for confirmation of compliance with legal agreements
Any request for confirmation of compliance with a specific agreement or agreements is treated as an application and is subject to a fee of £116. Please note that once the application has been registered, it will have a target time of 8 weeks for a response. If you request information relating only to the payment of financial obligations with a specific agreement or agreements, this is also a chargeable request and also requires a fee of £116. Requests can be sent by email to CIL@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk . We will aim to respond to all such requests within 10 working days of payment.
Neighbour notification letters
We no longer send out neighbour notification letters for planning applications (unless required by law). This is in line with our Statement of Community Involvement.
We still publish:
- site notices for applications
- press notices, where required by law
- application details online
We will continue to consult statutory organisations and town and parish councils.
Contact us
Our response times are as follows:
- 2 working days for telephone messages
- 5 working days for emails and letters
The planning office for the Eastern area
Email: planningeast@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01305 838336
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The planning office for the Northern area
Email: planningnorth@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01305 838336
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The planning office for the Southern and Western area
Email: planningwest@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01305 838336
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Minerals and waste team
Email: planningteama@dorsetcouncil.gov.ukTel: 01305 224289
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