CHURCH COTTAGE Watton Road, Hilborough, Thetford, Norfolk, IP26 5BX Data via plota.co.uk

Pending PL/2026/0930/FMIN - FMIN minor application
Date received
14 Aug 2026
Postcode
IP26 5BX
Type
FMIN minor application

Description

Two storey extension, single storey mono-pitched extension, internal alterations, single storey extension to link dwelling to existing outbuilding. Extension and conversion of outbuilding to create annexe accommondation/utility/boot room. Change of use of agricultural land to east of site to residential amenity area. Temporary siting of caravan/mobile on site for use/habitation of applicant during building works. Creation of new gravel track/driveway and parking/turning area. Data via plota.co.uk

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Breckland
Planning Authority Score
8.6/10
Excellent
#14 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Change of use

Breckland is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #32 out of 296. 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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Breckland decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
84%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #216 of 296
98%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #12 of 296
81%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (63%) #32 of 296
34%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #84 of 296
54%
Minor dwellings approved
178 decided (1-9 homes)
88%
Major dwellings approved
17 decided (10+ homes)
801
Total decisions
128 refused in the year to March 2026