Burnley is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #65 out of 292. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (92%) than the national average (90%).

Faster than most councils

for householder decisions

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Burnley decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

88%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #147 of 292

92%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #143 of 292

76%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #65 of 292

41%

Extended time limit

Above avg (40%) #154 of 292

74%

Minor dwellings approved

27 decided (1-9 homes)

92%

Major dwellings approved

12 decided (10+ homes)

76%

Change of use approved

21 decided

300

Total decisions

37 refused in 2025