South Ribble is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #53 out of 282. 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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South Ribble decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

95%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #25 of 282

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #20 of 282

78%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #53 of 282

35%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #99 of 282

91%

Minor dwellings approved

45 decided (1-9 homes)

75%

Major dwellings approved

4 decided (10+ homes)

92%

Change of use approved

12 decided

411

Total decisions

22 refused in 2025

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