Bolsover is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #55 out of 292. Householder applications are more likely to be approved here than most councils, with a 99% approval rate vs 90% nationally.

More permissive than most councils

99% approved vs 90% nationally

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Bolsover decision performance

Based on MHCLG data, 2025

96%

Overall approval rate

Above avg (87%) #7 of 292

99%

Householder approved

Above avg (90%) #3 of 292

77%

Decided in 8 weeks

Above avg (64%) #55 of 292

34%

Extended time limit

Below avg (40%) #82 of 292

100%

Minor dwellings approved

48 decided (1-9 homes)

86%

Major dwellings approved

7 decided (10+ homes)

88%

Change of use approved

32 decided

294

Total decisions

11 refused in 2025