Halton is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #40 out of 282. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 100% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

100% approved vs 90% nationally

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Halton decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

95%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #19 of 282

100%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #2 of 282

80%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #40 of 282

38%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #123 of 282

90%

Minor dwellings approved

10 decided (1-9 homes)

80%

Major dwellings approved

10 decided (10+ homes)

77%

Change of use approved

30 decided

255

Total decisions

13 refused in 2025