We are currently handling a much higher-than-normal volume of planning applications alongside the implementation of a new software system.
Coupled with staffing changes, this is leading to delays in determining applications.
While we tackle the backlog, we are not able to respond to individual requests for progress reports via email or telephone, as this takes officer time away from processing applications.
The timings shown below are the most recent averages that we are required to submit to central government.
|
Application type |
Statutory target timescale |
Current average determination |
|---|---|---|
|
Major |
91 days |
163 days |
|
Minor |
56 days |
113 days |
|
Other/Householder |
56 days |
69 days |
| Non-material amendments, permitted development, trees etc | 56 days | 90 days |
| Pre-application enquiries | N/A | 55 days |
Application type definitions
Major
The number of dwellings to be constructed is 10 or more, or the site area is 0.5 hectares or more.
For all other uses, an application constitutes major development if the floorspace to be built is 1,000sqm or more, or where the site area is one hectare or more.
Minor
Anything smaller than the criteria for major developments.
For example, the number of dwellings is between one to nine. The floor space is less than 1,000sqm or the site area is less than one hectare.
Changes of use of buildings of less than 1,000 square metres or less than 1ha site area.
Other
Mainly householder applications.
Other eg non-material amendments, trees etc
Includes applications not recorded in government statistics; relating to trees, non-material amendments, lawful development certificates and permitted development.
Pre-application enquiries
Enquiries from applicants before formal submission, seeking informal opinion from the local planning authority on the details of their proposals. This is a discretionary service.