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Dormer approval rate in Blackpool

Blackpool approved 64.3% of dormer applications, based on 42 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

64.3%
dormer approval rate
42
Dormer decisions
27
Approved
15
Refused
84.5%
Blackpool overall

Dormer applications are refused more often than the Blackpool average (84.5%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How dormer compares in Blackpool

Dormer (42 decided)
64.3%
Blackpool all applications (781 decided)
84.5%

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Other project types in Blackpool

Rear Extension (162 decided)
89.5%
Garage / Parking (106 decided)
77.4%
Side Extension (79 decided)
74.7%
New Build (37 decided)
75.7%
Extension (General) (26 decided)
80.8%
Outbuilding (24 decided)
91.7%
100.0%
Flat Conversion (16 decided)
87.5%
Conservatory (13 decided)
100.0%
38.5%
Loft Conversion (10 decided)
60.0%
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