Darlington ranks #120 out of 282 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 98% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

98% approved vs 90% nationally

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Darlington decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

90%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #109 of 282

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #9 of 282

69%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #120 of 282

35%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #94 of 282

93%

Minor dwellings approved

15 decided (1-9 homes)

100%

Major dwellings approved

6 decided (10+ homes)

79%

Change of use approved

24 decided

451

Total decisions

44 refused in 2025

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