Havant
Good
Performance rating out of 100, based on approval rate, decision speed and appeal outcomes
Havant is a planning authority in the South East that covers a diverse area including coastal and urban communities. The council takes a positive approach to householder applications, with very high approval rates showing they're generally supportive of homeowners making reasonable changes to their properties. One thing to note is that they can take a bit longer than the national target to make decisions, so patience will be needed.
Approval Rate
96%
of householder applications approved
Decided Within 8 Weeks
37%
meet the statutory target
Appeal Overturn Rate
22%
of refusals overturned on appeal
What to Expect
You should feel fairly confident about your application getting approved here, as Havant approves 96 out of every 100 householder applications submitted. However, you'll need to be prepared for a potentially longer wait than you might hope for, with only around 37% of decisions coming within the standard 8 week target. This means your application could take considerably longer, so it's worth planning ahead and submitting early if you have a deadline in mind. The good news is that if your application is refused, there's a reasonable chance of success on appeal, which gives you another option.
Local Planning Considerations
The Havant area includes some parts with conservation area designations where certain types of work need approval that wouldn't require it elsewhere, so check whether your property falls within one of these before you apply. You should also be aware of any green belt land nearby, as this can affect what sort of development is possible. It's worth doing a bit of local research or contacting the council early to understand any specific constraints affecting your property.
Tips for Homeowners
Start by having an early chat with the planning team at Havant, either online or by phone, to discuss your ideas informally before you submit anything formal. This can help you understand what might work and what might not, and could save you time and money later. Make sure your application is as complete and clear as possible from the start, with good quality drawings and a clear explanation of what you want to do, as this helps the council process your application faster. Finally, because decisions can take longer here than the national average, submit your application well in advance of any deadline you might have, and try to be patient and polite when following up with the council.
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