Front extensions and porches in Fylde
386 applications since 2022. 339 approved and 10 refused. Refused: about 1 in 35 here, about 1 in 7 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Planning permission
An extension beyond the front of the house facing a road is never permitted development. Only a small porch is.
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 | 74 | 49 | 2 |
| 2025 | 67 | 62 | 0 |
| 2024 | 74 | 70 | 1 |
| 2023 | 85 | 75 | 5 |
| 2022 | 86 | 83 | 2 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| Abbot Hull Associates, Abbot Hull Associates | 14 | 14 |
| ORAM Architects, ORAM Architects | 6 | 6 |
| RICHARD TATHAM, RT Architecture Limited | 6 | 6 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool | 88 | 32 | about 1 in 4 |
| South Ribble | 450 | 13 | about 1 in 36 |
| West Lancashire | 472 | 81 | about 1 in 7 |
| Wyre | 452 | 47 | about 1 in 11 |