Yew Tree Cottage High Street Sixpenny Handley SP5 5NR Data via plota.co.uk

Pending P/TRT/2026/03082
Council
Date received
8 Jun 2026
Date validated
8 Jun 2026
Postcode
SP5 5NR

Description

Land adjacent to T1 Yew: Install an additional parking area in front of property which will involve the use of "eco grid" material being placed on top of the grass covering an area approximately 3.5m x 2.5m in size. Whilst this area will sit within the root protection zone of the yew tree, it will be directly in front of, and abutting, Yew Tree Cottage. The parking area will also be significantly further away from the trunk of the yew tree than the established parking area already in regular use by the neighbouring property at Victory House. Recent land survey document submitted showing the current positioning of all items, as well as an additional annotated version of this plan showing the proposed area to be used. These plans show the scale of the image, the positioning of Yew Tree Cottage on the site, as well as adjacent property locations in the private development. There will be little to no digging involved, nor roots exposed. Propose to place this recommended grid on top of the existing surface with minimal level adjustments which will ensure the grid sits flush on the surface, following the direct guidance from the manufacturer to ensure correct and accurate fitment. Data via plota.co.uk

Dorset
Planning Authority Score
7.3/10
Good
#43 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

Dorset is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #50 out of 292. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (94%) than the national average (90%).

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Dorset decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
91%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #95 of 292
94%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #101 of 292
78%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (64%) #50 of 292
34%
Extended time limit
Below avg (40%) #85 of 292
77%
Minor dwellings approved
341 decided (1-9 homes)
79%
Major dwellings approved
48 decided (10+ homes)
79%
Change of use approved
87 decided
2,785
Total decisions
258 refused in 2025