Side extensions in Great Yarmouth
136 applications since 2025. 92 approved and 2 refused. Refused: about 1 in 47 here, about 1 in 7 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- Single storey, no higher than 4 m
- No wider than half the width of the original house
- Not facing a road
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 | 58 | 34 | 1 |
| 2025 | 78 | 58 | 1 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broads | 0 | 0 | none |
| North Norfolk | 1,202 | 44 | about 1 in 28 |