Loft conversions and dormers in Elmbridge
5,989 applications since 2016. 4,111 approved and 1,303 refused. Refused: about 1 in 4 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 | 389 | 210 | 64 |
| 2025 | 414 | 275 | 119 |
| 2024 | 465 | 336 | 115 |
| 2023 | 450 | 326 | 105 |
| 2022 | 559 | 383 | 144 |
| 2021 | 625 | 447 | 131 |
| 2020 | 477 | 321 | 111 |
| 2019 | 507 | 357 | 94 |
| 2018 | 694 | 471 | 121 |
| 2017 | 675 | 471 | 142 |
| 2016 | 734 | 514 | 157 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guildford | 1,415 | 392 | about 1 in 5 |
| Kingston | 3,524 | 1,113 | about 1 in 4 |
| Mole Valley | 4,508 | 865 | about 1 in 6 |
| Richmond | 4,048 | 908 | about 1 in 5 |
| Runnymede | 805 | 152 | about 1 in 6 |
| Spelthorne | 920 | 214 | about 1 in 5 |
| Woking | 844 | 207 | about 1 in 5 |