Rear extensions are the bread and butter of UK planning — and one of the most common reasons homeowners face a refusal. Here's what 121 real decisions tell us about rear extension outcomes in Blackpool.
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Rear extensions sit in the middle of the pack nationally. They're common enough that councils have clear precedent — but that cuts both ways. If your neighbours have been refused, that precedent works against you too.
| # | Ward | Decisions | Approved | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Squires Gate | 8 | 8 | 100.0% |
| 2 | Warbreck | 5 | 5 | 100.0% |
| 3 | Layton | 5 | 4 | 80.0% |
A rear extension has a 100.0% approval rate in Squires Gate but just 80.0% in Layton.
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Not all applications are treated equally. Here's how rear extensions stack up against other common projects in Blackpool.
| Type | Decisions | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Rear Extension | 121 | 87.6% |
| Garage / Parking | 76 | 81.6% |
| Side Extension | 57 | 77.2% |
| New Build | 28 | 71.4% |
| Dormer | 33 | 60.6% |
15 rear extension applications in Blackpool have been refused since 2020. Many of those homeowners had already paid for drawings and application fees. A £79 report shows you what gets approved — and what gets refused — near your property.
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