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Frequently asked questions

How many planning applications has Liverpool City Council received?
Liverpool City Council received 2,762 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 76%.
How long does Liverpool City Council take to decide applications?
Liverpool City Council takes an average of 74 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 Liverpool City Council?
Liverpool City Council approves 76% of planning applications, against 87% nationally.
How do I object to a planning application in Liverpool City Council?
Submit your representation to Liverpool City 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 Liverpool City Council planning portal.
Can I appeal a Liverpool City Council planning decision?
Yes. If Liverpool City Council refuses your application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 960 appeals were lodged against Liverpool City Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 38% success rate.

Planning data sourced from Liverpool City Council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Liverpool City Council Planning Authority

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

Liverpool City Council, previously known as the Liverpool Corporation, serves as the local authority for Liverpool in Merseyside, England. With a history of local governance dating back to 1207, the council has undergone several reforms and has operated as a metropolitan borough council since 1974. It is responsible for delivering a wide range of local government services and has been a member of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority since 2014, making it a key player in regional planning and development initiatives. The council is currently led by Liam Robinson (Labour), who has held the position since 17 May 2023. Andrew Lewis serves as Chief Executive since June 2023. The council comprises 85 councillors serving 4 years terms, with the most recent election held on 4 May 2023.

The council area encompasses 45 towns and villages, including Liverpool. Use the planning application search above to find proposals across these communities by postcode.

In the last 24 months, Liverpool City Council received 2,762 planning applications. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (834), outline applications (443), tree works (228). 19 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

960 planning appeals were lodged against Liverpool City Council decisions, of which 346 were allowed and 569 were dismissed (38% success rate).

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