Loft conversions and dormers in Carlisle
85 applications since 2016. 70 approved and 2 refused. Refused: about 1 in 36 here, about 1 in 6 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 9 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- Up to 40 cubic metres of extra roof space on a terrace, 50 on a semi or detached house
- Not on the roof slope facing a road, and no higher than the existing roof
- Materials similar in appearance, set back about 0.2 m from the eaves, and side windows obscure-glazed
England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this. The full rules.
Year by year
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| 2025 | 8 | 7 | 0 |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 12 | 8 | 1 |
| 2022 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 | 11 | 10 | 0 |
| 2020 | 11 | 10 | 0 |
| 2019 | 9 | 7 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| 2016 | 6 | 5 | 0 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allerdale | 539 | 72 | about 1 in 8 |
| Northumberland (Park) | 5 | 1 | about 1 in 6 |
| Westmorland and Furness | 1 | 0 | none |