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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Hampshire County Council received?
Hampshire County Council received 1,386 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 91%.
How long does Hampshire County Council take to decide applications?
Hampshire County Council takes an average of 51 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate for Hampshire County Council?
Hampshire County Council approves 91% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Hampshire County Council?
Submit your representation to Hampshire County Council during the public consultation period, typically 21 days from when the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Hampshire County Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Hampshire County Council planning decision?
Yes. If Hampshire County Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 462 appeals were lodged against Hampshire County Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 34% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Hampshire County Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Hampshire County Council Planning Authority

Track every planning application and planning permission decision in the Hampshire County Council area. View live status, browse proposals by postcode, and get free email alerts for new developments. Updated daily from the council planning portal.

Hampshire County Council (HCC) serves as the upper-tier local authority for the non-metropolitan county of Hampshire, England, supporting around 1.4 million residents. Established in 1889, HCC delivers essential county-level services across eleven of the thirteen districts within the ceremonial county. As one of 21 county councils in England, it plays a crucial role in local governance and planning applications in the area. The council was established in 1 April 1889. The council is currently led by Nick Adams-King (Conservative), who has held the position since 23 May 2024. Gary Westbrook serves as Chief Executive since 4 August 2025. The council comprises 78 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 6 May 2021.

The council area encompasses 1,042 towns and villages, including Aldershot, Alton, Andover, Basingstoke, Bordon and Eastleigh. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Hampshire County Council received 1,386 planning applications. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (348), tree works (191), discharge of conditions (154). 16 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

462 planning appeals were lodged against Hampshire County Council decisions, of which 108 were allowed and 207 were dismissed (34% success rate).

Residents and developers can search all planning permission and permitted development applications for Hampshire County Council above. To comment or object to a live application, visit the Hampshire County Council planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original submission for every application listed.