West Lindsey ranks #130 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (95%) than the national average (90%).

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West Lindsey decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

93%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #71 of 292

95%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #91 of 292

69%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #130 of 292

44%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #177 of 292

85%

Minor dwellings approved

81 decided (1-9 homes)

96%

Major dwellings approved

24 decided (10+ homes)

94%

Change of use approved

34 decided

562

Total decisions

42 refused in 2025