South West Devon ranks #176 out of 292 councils for householder decision speed. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (90%) than the national average (90%).

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South West Devon decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

85%

Overall approval rate

Below avg (87%) #213 of 292

90%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #196 of 292

61%

Decided in 8 weeks

Below avg (64%) #176 of 292

35%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #103 of 292

68%

Minor dwellings approved

60 decided (1-9 homes)

60%

Major dwellings approved

5 decided (10+ homes)

83%

Change of use approved

12 decided

355

Total decisions

55 refused in 2025