Side extension approval rate in OPDC

Name: Side extension planning approval rate in OPDC
Creator: PlanningLens
Published: 2026-10-20T20:24:31+00:00
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OPDC approved 95.2% of side extension applications, based on 21 decisions analysed.

Last updated: October 2026

95.2%

side extension approval rate

Side extension decisions

Approved

Refused

97.0%

OPDC overall

This rate rests on 21 decisions, a small sample, so treat it with caution.

How side extension applications compare in OPDC

Side extension (21 decided)

95.2%

OPDC all applications (1,068 decided)

97.0%

Before you apply in OPDC

This page shows the council-wide rate. The free check shows decisions near your property.

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