On July 21st, 2026, Dorset Council published a notice of intention to commence local plan preparation under the new plan-making system. What does this entail for planning with Dorset? To start, the new Local Plan-making system was introduced in March 2026. It sets out a (hopefully) clearer pathway to the formation of local plans and […]
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Appeal success at The Old Joinery, Bournemouth Road, Poole
Chapman Lily Planning is pleased to have secured a successful appeal for the redevelopment of The Old Joinery, 281–291 Bournemouth Road, Poole. The Planning Inspector has allowed the appeal and granted outline planning permission for the demolition of the existing buildings and the delivery of 15 new homes, with associated parking and access. The permission […]
Investing in Our Future
It’s an exciting time at Chapman Lily Planning as we continue to grow our team and invest in the next generation of planning professionals. We’re delighted to welcome Giovanni Iaguinto and Luke Dodd to the team. They’ll be gaining hands-on experience across a wide range of planning projects, working alongside our experienced planners and developing […]
Government consultation on standard S106 agreements
The Government are consulting on four standard S106 templates for ‘medium sized’ sites. The consultation details set out that the new NPPF, published on 17 August 2026, provides the basis for use of model planning obligations. The aim of the standard S106 templates is to streamline the process of negotiating planning obligations and provide greater certainty for […]
National Planning Policy Framework 2026
After a rather sudden date-drop from the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs on Friday 14th of August, (and the team subsequently continually refreshing the page today!) the long-awaited revised NPPF was finally published. On a very quick initial read, comparing the consultation draft to the released NPPF, the proposal to broaden the definition […]
Fareham Borough Councils new call for sites exercise!
Fareham Borough Council, as part of their preparation for a new Local Plan, are undertaking a new Call for Sites exercise. Fareham Borough Council have advised that previously submitted sites (or indeed any new sites) will need to be resubmitted to the Council and previous submissions will not automatically be carried forward. Giles Moir, Director […]