North Devon ranks #179 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. 50% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. 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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North Devon decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

94%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #40 of 292

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #17 of 292

60%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #179 of 292

50%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #225 of 292

87%

Minor dwellings approved

233 decided (1-9 homes)

85%

Major dwellings approved

13 decided (10+ homes)

95%

Change of use approved

37 decided

963

Total decisions

60 refused in 2025