Nelson planning approval rate
Nelson ward in Norwich has a 94.8% approval rate based on 654 planning decisions. Norwich overall: 92.7%.
Last updated: August 2026
94.8%
ward approval rate
654
Decisions
620
Approved
34
Refused
92.7%
Norwich average
Nelson sits slightly above the Norwich average, with a 2.1 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How Nelson compares
Nelson ward
94.8%
Norwich overall
92.7%
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Recent decisions in Nelson
Single storey rear extension. · Thu 06 Aug 2026
Amendment to planning permission 23/00079/F to remove porch, remove chimney and · Mon 06 Jul 2026
First floor rear extension with flat roof. Addition of green flat roof to existi · Thu 02 Jul 2026
Installation of 21 no. panels on rear roof of property and battery to exterior r · Wed 03 Jun 2026
Rear single storey side return extension, loft conversion with dormer to rear ma · Wed 03 Jun 2026
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