North Devon ranks #140 out of 296 councils for householder decision speed. 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, the year to March 2026

94%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #42 of 296

98%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #20 of 296

67%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (63%) #140 of 296

45%

Extended time limit

Above avg (41%) #192 of 296

88%

Minor dwellings approved

220 decided (1-9 homes)

87%

Major dwellings approved

15 decided (10+ homes)

95%

Change of use approved

42 decided

939

Total decisions

58 refused in the year to March 2026