What percentage of planning applications does Broads Authority approve?

Broads Authority approves approximately 95% of planning applications, based on 2,393 decisions analysed by PlanningLens from the council's planning portal.

How many planning applications has Broads Authority decided?

PlanningLens has analysed 2,393 planning decisions published by Broads Authority.

What is the refusal rate for Broads Authority planning applications?

Broads Authority refuses approximately 5% of planning applications.

How long does a planning application take in Broads Authority?

The average planning application in Broads Authority takes 9.1 weeks from validation to decision, which is above the statutory 8-week target for householder applications. Based on 2,381 applications with recorded submission and decision dates. See how Broads Authority compares in the UK ranking: How long does a planning application take in the UK?

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Recent planning decisions in Broads Authority

1 week ago

Demolition of existing garage and workshop. Construction of rear extension and n

BA/2025/0296/HOUSEH · Hoveton And Tunstead Ward

Approved

3 weeks ago

Change of use of marina to accommodate residential moorings, upgrading of pontoo

BA/2024/0454/FUL · Lothingland (ESD) Ward

Approved

4 weeks ago

Installation of 10x solar panels on roof of external building connected to the m

BA/2026/0129/HOUSEH · Blofield And South Walsham

Approved

4 weeks ago

Installation of 10x solar panels on roof of external building connected to the m

BA/2026/0130/LBC · Blofield And South Walsham

Approved

4 weeks ago

Replacement of 72m of timber quay heading like for like.

BA/2026/0063/HOUSEH · West Flegg Ward

Approved

1 month ago

Changes to cladding and roof materials, move gate 1m closer to the roadside, non

BA/2026/0147/NONMAT · St Benet Ward

Approved

1 month ago

T1: Ash - crown raise to ensure 1m clearance away from and over the garage

BA/2026/0142/TCAA · Bungay And Wainford Ward

Approved

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This page analyses 2,393 planning decisions made by Broads Authority from January 2020 to present. Data is sourced directly from the council’s planning portal. For the full approval rate breakdown, ward-level analysis, and extension-type approval patterns, see the Broads Authority planning approval rates page.

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