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New Build approval rate in Three Rivers

Three Rivers approved 80.0% of new build applications, based on 30 decisions analysed.

Last updated: September 2026

80.0%
new build approval rate
30
New Build decisions
24
Approved
6
Refused
90.3%
Three Rivers overall

New Build applications are refused more often than the Three Rivers average (90.3%), suggesting the council scrutinises these projects more closely.

How new build compares in Three Rivers

New Build (30 decided)
80.0%
Three Rivers all applications (868 decided)
90.3%

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Other project types in Three Rivers

Rear Extension (715 decided)
92.2%
Garage / Parking (391 decided)
91.0%
Dormer (279 decided)
88.9%
Loft Conversion (217 decided)
92.2%
Side Extension (201 decided)
92.0%
Outbuilding (179 decided)
92.2%
Front Extension (99 decided)
92.9%
94.3%
96.3%
Conservatory (79 decided)
93.7%
Extension (General) (55 decided)
90.9%
90.0%
Basement (29 decided)
86.2%
Annex (13 decided)
84.6%
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