Nelson planning approval rate
Nelson ward in Norwich has a 94.7% approval rate based on 659 planning decisions. Norwich overall: 92.3%.
Last updated: September 2026
94.7%
ward approval rate
659
Decisions
624
Approved
35
Refused
92.3%
Norwich average
Nelson sits slightly above the Norwich average, with a 2.4 point advantage. Planning outcomes here are generally favourable.
How Nelson compares
Nelson ward
94.7%
Norwich overall
92.3%
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Recent decisions in Nelson
Ground floor rear extension to provide open plan kitchen and living areas. First · Wed 23 Sep 2026
Partial demolition of existing and erection of new rear extension with raising o · Fri 04 Sep 2026
Installation of replacement shopfront and windows including new business signs. · Mon 17 Aug 2026
2m high slatted timber fencing to be built on the front property boundary abutti · Mon 17 Aug 2026
Single storey rear extension. · Thu 06 Aug 2026
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