Hastings ranks #122 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (92%) than the national average (90%).

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Hastings decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

90%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #114 of 282

92%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #144 of 282

69%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #122 of 282

45%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #174 of 282

73%

Minor dwellings approved

48 decided (1-9 homes)

100%

Major dwellings approved

6 decided (10+ homes)

82%

Change of use approved

22 decided

339

Total decisions

35 refused in 2025

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