Young Planners Dorset Region Updates

Here at TOR we have a variety of different disciplines, including Planning, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design. Working in close proximity to experts in all these fields, listening to the office dialogue between them and working on a huge variety of projects across multiple sectors has really helped my professional development. Personally, I have worked on Film Studios, Solar Farms, numerous Housing schemes and various other projects in my just over 18 months here, and I can’t wait to see the variety of projects that I get involved with in the future. When I’m not busy planning I enjoy getting out and exploring the South coast – living so close to Bournemouth beach is still a novelty to me. I’m still a massive Blackburn Rovers F.C. fan and enjoy going to games on the occasions that I’m home in rainy Lancashire.

Looking to the future I can’t wait to take part in more events with the Dorset Young Planners, who’ve been nothing by welcoming to be since I moved down. Whilst career wise, I’m excited to continue with my professional L-APC and become a chartered member of the RTPI.

Call for members

The Dorset Young Planners (DYPs) Steering Group are looking for some new members to join their team to help in organising CPD events and exciting socials for planners across Dorset and beyond. Seeking enthusiastic planners who have under 10 years experience post qualification to join our fun and active team!

10 SECOND CASE STUDY Canford Meadow SANG Change of Use to Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace [SANG] in north Poole.

I am delighted to have been part of the Chapman Lily Planning team that secured planning permission for the Meadow SANG in north Poole. It has been great both in terms of my professional development, having been part of the project team from inception, but also from a personal and academic perspective as I have particular interest in Suitable Alternative Natural Greenspace and their multiple benefits. I am a huge advocate for connecting people with nature.

The Meadow SANG not only helps to provide easy access to a range of walks, reducing recreational pressure on sensitive habitats, but also is another step towards realising BCP Council and Dorset Council’s vision for the Stour Valley Park. The Meadow SANG which has a site area of 43ha, is addition to the 44ha Riverside SANG to the west. Phase 1 of the RIverside SANG is already open and has proved extremely popular with local residents and visitors from further afield.

Dorset Young Planners will be holding a CPD event for all those interested in the purpose of SANGs, securing SANGs through the planning process and why SANGs have strategic importance. We look forward to seeing you there!”