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Rear Extension approval rate in South Hams

South Hams approved 90.0% of rear extension applications, based on 10 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

90.0%
rear extension approval rate
10
Rear Extension decisions
9
Approved
1
Refused
85.4%
South Hams overall

Rear Extension applications are approved more often than the South Hams average (85.4%), suggesting the council is relatively receptive to these projects.

How rear extension compares in South Hams

Rear Extension (10 decided)
90.0%
South Hams all applications (130 decided)
85.4%

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Other project types in South Hams

Garage / Parking (20 decided)
95.0%
Extension (General) (18 decided)
77.8%
Outbuilding (10 decided)
100.0%
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