East Hampshire
Average
Performance rating out of 100, based on approval rate, decision speed and appeal outcomes
East Hampshire is a planning authority in the South East that covers a range of towns and villages across the district. The authority approves the vast majority of householder applications, showing a generally supportive approach to homeowners making sensible changes to their properties. However, it's worth knowing that decisions can take longer here than the standard target suggests.
Approval Rate
92%
of householder applications approved
Decided Within 8 Weeks
20%
meet the statutory target
Appeal Overturn Rate
37%
of refusals overturned on appeal
What to Expect
When you submit a householder planning application to East Hampshire, you can be fairly confident it will be approved, with 92% of applications getting the green light. The less encouraging news is that decisions tend to move slowly, with only 20% of applications decided within the standard 8 week timeframe. This means you should be prepared for a longer wait than you might experience elsewhere, and it's worth building extra time into your project plans. That said, if your application is refused, there's a reasonable chance of success on appeal, which suggests the council's initial decisions can sometimes be overturned.
Local Planning Considerations
The South East has many areas of particular environmental or heritage sensitivity, and East Hampshire is no exception, so you should check carefully whether your property falls within a conservation area or sits near any protected landscapes before you apply. Green belt restrictions may also affect what you can do depending on your location within the district. It's worth doing this homework early, as it could significantly influence what's possible for your project.
Tips for Homeowners
Given the slower decision times here, submit your application as early as possible and don't expect a quick turnaround, even for straightforward projects. Take time to understand the local planning policies specific to East Hampshire and whether any designations affect your property, as this will help you design proposals that are more likely to succeed first time. Consider getting professional advice if there's any complexity to your project, as a well prepared application is more likely to sail through smoothly. Finally, keep detailed records of everything you submit and maintain good communication with the planning officer handling your case, as this can help smooth the process along.
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