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Side Extension approval rate in Blackpool

Blackpool approved 75.8% of side extension applications, based on 66 decisions analysed.

Last updated: June 2026

75.8%
side extension approval rate
66
Side Extension decisions
50
Approved
16
Refused
84.1%
Blackpool overall

Side Extension applications are refused more often than the Blackpool average (84.1%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How side extension compares in Blackpool

Side Extension (66 decided)
75.8%
Blackpool all applications (675 decided)
84.1%

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Other project types in Blackpool

Rear Extension (139 decided)
89.2%
Garage / Parking (94 decided)
78.7%
Dormer (37 decided)
64.9%
New Build (34 decided)
73.5%
Outbuilding (22 decided)
95.5%
Extension (General) (21 decided)
85.7%
100.0%
Flat Conversion (13 decided)
84.6%
Conservatory (12 decided)
100.0%
36.4%
Loft Conversion (10 decided)
60.0%
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