How long does it take to get a decision on an application?

Most planning applications are decided within eight weeks, unless they are unusually large or complex in which case the time limit is extended to 13 weeks.

The authority should be able to give you an idea about the likely timetable.

More information on the decision process is available in our 'Decision Making Process' section¹.

For specific application types you can find the timeline in our 'Consent Types' section.²

1. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/planning/planning-applications/the-decision-making-process
2. https://www.planningportal.co.uk/planning/planning-applications/consent-types/introduction