Rear extensions are the bread and butter of UK planning — and one of the most common reasons homeowners face a refusal. Here's what 88 real decisions tell us about rear extension outcomes in South Ribble.
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Rear extensions sit in the middle of the pack nationally. They're common enough that councils have clear precedent — but that cuts both ways. If your neighbours have been refused, that precedent works against you too.
| # | Ward | Decisions | Approved | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New Longton and Hutton East | 8 | 8 | 100.0% |
| 2 | Coupe Green and Gregson Lane | 6 | 6 | 100.0% |
| 3 | Howick and Priory | 9 | 9 | 100.0% |
| 4 | Longton and Hutton West | 5 | 5 | 100.0% |
Two houses on the same street can get different outcomes.
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Not all applications are treated equally. Here's how rear extensions stack up against other common projects in South Ribble.
| Type | Decisions | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| New Build | 28 | 100.0% |
| Rear Extension | 88 | 100.0% |
| Side Extension | 54 | 100.0% |
| Conservatory | 21 | 100.0% |
| Garage / Parking | 74 | 97.3% |
| Dormer | 21 | 95.2% |
| Change of Use (Residential) | 22 | 90.9% |
| Outbuilding | 26 | 88.5% |
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