Know how your council makes planning decisions — before you apply.
Approval rates, decision-making patterns, Article 4 directions, application fees, pre-application advice, and council-specific tips for getting your project approved — delivered in minutes.
Council intelligence that helps you get approved.
Generated using official planning statistics, Article 4 data, and AI analysis of your council's local plan and decision patterns.
Council Performance Statistics
Approval rates, processing times, and delegation rates — with context on what they mean for your application.
Decision-Making Intelligence
What officers at this council look for, common refusal reasons, and how to frame your application to succeed.
Permitted Development at This Council
Article 4 directions, conservation area impact, and which projects routinely need permission here.
Fees & Timeline Guide
Current application fees (post April 2025 increase), realistic processing times, and how to speed up determination.
Pre-Application Advice
Whether to use pre-app, how much it costs, what to include, and how to get the most out of it.
Tips for a Successful Application
6–8 council-specific tips based on approval patterns, policy priorities, and local design preferences.
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