West Bay planning approval rate
West Bay ward in Canterbury has a 96.3% approval rate based on 136 planning decisions. Canterbury overall: 93.6%.
Last updated: September 2026
96.3%
ward approval rate
136
Decisions
131
Approved
5
Refused
93.6%
Canterbury average
West Bay sits slightly above the Canterbury average, with a 2.7 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How West Bay compares
West Bay ward
96.3%
Canterbury overall
93.6%
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Recent decisions in West Bay
Single-storey dwelling and single-storey detached annexe following demolition of · Mon 24 Aug 2026
First floor extension. · Thu 20 Aug 2026
Insertion of side dormers, roof extension and balcony to front elevation. · Fri 31 Jul 2026
Detached two-storey dwelling following demolition of existing one-storey dwellin · Fri 17 Jul 2026
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✓ Appeal success rates
✓ PDF report to share with your architect
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