Average number of working* days to validate general and householder planning applications:
7
7
The number of days quoted is indicative of when most applications are validated. Updated 31 March 2025.
* The DMPO defines 'working day' as 'a day which is not a Saturday, Sunday, Bank Holiday or other Public Holiday.' Any applications submitted on a non-working day or after 5pm on a working day will be classed as being received the next working day.
For information on the top 10 reasons why applications are invalid on receipt please visit the make a better application page.