Sandbanks Residents Approve Plan to Limit Overdevelopment

Residents of Sandbanks in Poole Harbour, Dorset, have overwhelmingly voted in favor of a plan to curb overdevelopment on the exclusive peninsula, aiming to preserve sea views and prevent further construction of waterfront mansions. The Sandbanks Neighbourhood Forum's proposed plan, supported by 96.6% of voters, will become a legally-binding document influencing all future planning decisions in the area. Concerns about the 'rash' of uninspiring mansions and the desire to maintain the unique character of Sandbanks drove the community to back the plan, despite opposition from developers warning of property value impacts. The referendum outcome marks a significant step towards empowering the community in shaping the future of Sandbanks through controlled development and preserving its distinctive landscape.