Driveways and dropped kerbs in Fylde
127 applications since 2022. 86 approved and 5 refused. Refused: about 1 in 18 here, about 1 in 5 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 9 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- A new or replacement hard surface in front of the house over 5 square metres must be porous, or drain to a lawn or border within the property
- A new access onto a minor road is only permitted alongside other permitted works; onto a classified or trunk road it needs permission
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 | 18 | 8 | 2 |
| 2025 | 24 | 20 | 0 |
| 2024 | 24 | 14 | 0 |
| 2023 | 28 | 17 | 2 |
| 2022 | 33 | 27 | 1 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool | 40 | 10 | about 1 in 5 |
| South Ribble | 116 | 9 | about 1 in 14 |
| West Lancashire | 221 | 45 | about 1 in 6 |
| Wyre | 145 | 44 | about 1 in 4 |