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Dormer approval rate in Blackpool

Blackpool approved 65.1% of dormer applications, based on 43 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

65.1%
dormer approval rate
43
Dormer decisions
28
Approved
15
Refused
82.3%
Blackpool overall

Dormer applications are refused more often than the Blackpool average (82.3%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How dormer compares in Blackpool

Dormer (43 decided)
65.1%
Blackpool all applications (519 decided)
82.3%

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Other project types in Blackpool

Rear Extension (165 decided)
89.7%
Garage / Parking (106 decided)
77.4%
Side Extension (82 decided)
75.6%
New Build (38 decided)
76.3%
Extension (General) (26 decided)
80.8%
Outbuilding (25 decided)
92.0%
100.0%
Flat Conversion (16 decided)
87.5%
Conservatory (15 decided)
100.0%
38.5%
Loft Conversion (10 decided)
60.0%
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