Are there AONB restrictions in Stoborough?

Parts of Stoborough are within or adjacent to the Dorset AONB. If your property is in the AONB, side extensions and cladding changes need planning permission. We check your exact address against the boundary before advising on the best approach.

What planning authority covers Stoborough?

Stoborough is under Dorset Council's planning authority. The council handles all planning applications and building control for the area. We manage the entire application process on your behalf.

Extension Plans in Stoborough, Wareham

Stoborough is a small village immediately south of Wareham, on the road towards Corfe Castle and Swanage. The village has a mix of older cottages and modern houses, with a semi-rural character that attracts families seeking space and countryside access.

Property mix in Stoborough

Detached houses and cottages with generous gardens, some farm conversions, and modern infill. The rural character means Dorset Council expects extensions to be sympathetic in materials and scale. Plot sizes are generally generous.

Our services in Wareham

3D Laser Survey

£650

A 1.5-hour on-site visit with a 3D laser scanner to capture millimetre-accurate measurements of your property. The foundation for precise structural calculations and planning drawings.

Structural Calculations

£350

Engineer-certified structural calculations for your extension or wall removal. Covers beam sizing, foundation design, and Building Regulations compliance.

Planning Application

£2,200

Full householder planning application preparation and submission. We handle the drawings, design and access statement, and council liaison from start to finish.

Building Regulations Drawings

£399

Technical construction detail drawings that satisfy Building Regulations. Covers insulation, drainage, structural details, and everything your builder and building control need.

Builder Introduction

£149

We match you with 2–3 vetted local builders who specialise in your type of project. Includes a professional brief so every builder quotes on the same scope.

Certificate of Lawfulness

£1,500

A legal document confirming your extension falls within Permitted Development rights. Protects you at resale — mortgage lenders and solicitors expect it.