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Householder Planning Applications in the UK

18,858 Householder Planning Applications applications on record across the UK

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Sample Householder Planning Applications applications

  • Babergh Mid SuffolkHouseholder application - 5 metre uhf radio antenna on rear gable end of semi detached house (retention of)
  • West SuffolkHouseholder planning application - double carport
  • Kings LynnHOUSEHOLDER: To erect a single pressure treated wooden apex or pent shed with double doors to house a small car. To be located in bottom right-hand corner of front driveway.

Householder planning applications cover the most common type of residential development in the UK — works to a single home including extensions, loft conversions, outbuildings and other improvements. They account for over 50% of all planning decisions in England, with a 90% approval rate and 93% decided within eight weeks.

Planning Signal tracks householder applications from all 380+ UK council planning portals, so you can search by postcode, monitor your neighbours' applications and get instant email alerts when something new is submitted near you.

What counts as a Householder Planning Applications application

A householder planning application covers works to an existing home that fall outside permitted development rights, including:

  • Extensions (rear, side, two, storey)
  • Loft conversions and dormer windows
  • Garages and outbuildings exceeding PD limits
  • Significant alterations to a listed building
  • Works in a conservation area

Who tracks Householder Planning Applications applications

Homeowners, neighbours, property developers, architects and planning consultants use Planning Signal to track householder applications. Neighbours monitor for objection deadlines. Builders and tradespeople use approved householder applications as early, warning leads for upcoming construction work.

How Planning Signal helps with Householder Planning Applications applications

Planning Signal tracks all householder planning applications across England — whether a rear extension, loft conversion, garage conversion, outbuilding, or any other works to a single home. Search by postcode to find applications near you, track planning permission decisions and get free email alerts for new householder applications.

Explore specific project types: Rear Extensions · Loft Conversions · Garage Conversions · Outbuildings & Garden Rooms · Permitted Development

Frequently asked questions

What is a householder planning application?
A householder planning application covers works to an existing single house — such as extensions, loft conversions, outbuildings and alterations — that require planning permission because they exceed permitted development limits.
How long does a householder planning application take?
Most householder planning applications are decided within 8 weeks (56 days). Over 90% of householder applications in England are approved, often with conditions.
Can I object to a householder planning application?
Yes. Councils must publicise householder applications and allow neighbours to comment. You typically have 21 days from the date the application is published on the council planning portal. Planning Signal alerts you the moment a new application appears near you so you never miss the window.

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