Loft conversions and dormers in Enfield
5,993 applications since 2019. 4,270 approved and 1,287 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 | 1,144 | 689 | 201 |
| 2025 | 720 | 574 | 135 |
| 2024 | 651 | 483 | 144 |
| 2023 | 619 | 454 | 152 |
| 2022 | 716 | 542 | 123 |
| 2021 | 825 | 602 | 194 |
| 2020 | 684 | 468 | 190 |
| 2019 | 634 | 458 | 148 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnet | 8,390 | 1,972 | about 1 in 5 |
| Broxbourne | 2,204 | 378 | about 1 in 7 |
| Epping Forest | 0 | 0 | none |
| Haringey | 10,587 | 2,423 | about 1 in 5 |
| Hertsmere | 2,302 | 380 | about 1 in 7 |
| Waltham Forest | 4,458 | 1,223 | about 1 in 5 |
| Welwyn Hatfield | 761 | 263 | about 1 in 4 |