Now updated for the new National Planning Policy Framework (August 2026). What changed

Planning appeals by council

Exeter planning appeals

Only 17 appeals were decided against Exeter in the year, which is too few to read a rate from.

Appeals decided
17
Allowed
4
Allowed rate
n/a
England
31%

What this means if you are objecting

With a sample this small, the percentage would move several points on a single decision, so we have not quoted one. The England figure below is the better guide.

Householder appeals

10 householder appeals were decided against Exeter, with 40% allowed. These are extensions, loft conversions and the like, and they are decided under a faster procedure than a full planning appeal.

Against the rest of South West

Across South West, inspectors allowed 33% of planning appeals on average. Exeter is a shire district.

Other councils in South West

Every English council

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Figures cover April 2025 to March 2026 and come from the Planning Inspectorate, Decisions by LPA and decision maker, published under the Open Government Licence. Section 78 planning appeals only. “Allowed” means the inspector granted permission the council had refused. Source data.

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