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Why was my application refused?
Not generic advice — your council's measured refusal patterns, the assigned officer's actual record, the appeal survival rate for your refusal reasons, and named comparator appeals. Every number below cites the data it came from.
What this is: data intelligence computed from public planning records — decision
notices, appeal decision letters and application registers. Every figure states its source and
sample. What this is not: formal planning advice. For advice on your specific
case, speak to a chartered planning consultant — our specialist
directory can help you find one.
About this tool: Why Was My Application Refused?
Your council's measured refusal patterns, the assigned officer's record, appeal survival rates and named comparator appeals — for one specific refused application.
When to use it
Use straight after a refusal. Enter the application reference from your decision notice and see what the data says about resubmitting vs appealing.
Policy and guidance it draws on
Mined decision notices, PINS appeal corpus, measured resubmission outcomes
Part of Authority Intelligence
Use these tools to understand how your Local Planning Authority behaves — what they approve, what they refuse, how often appeals succeed, and what strategy gives you the best chance. This is behavioural intelligence, not just policy research.
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Planning Risk Score™LPA ProfileNPPF TrackerCommittee PredictorCommittee vs Delegated AnalysisHousing SupplyPre-App Strategy BuilderStrategy SimulatorGuidance to help you prepare — not formal planning advice. Check the current policy text and your council's local plan before relying on it.