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Dormer approval rate in Midlothian

Midlothian approved 85.7% of dormer applications, based on 28 decisions analysed.

Last updated: June 2026

85.7%
dormer approval rate
28
Dormer decisions
24
Approved
4
Refused
94.1%
Midlothian overall

Dormer applications are refused more often than the Midlothian average (94.1%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How dormer compares in Midlothian

Dormer (28 decided)
85.7%
Midlothian all applications (1,314 decided)
94.1%

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Other project types in Midlothian

Extension (General) (350 decided)
95.4%
Garage / Parking (118 decided)
91.5%
87.2%
Outbuilding (51 decided)
98.0%
New Build (49 decided)
65.3%
Conservatory (23 decided)
100.0%
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