Front extensions and porches in Luton
1,598 applications since 2019. 1,187 approved and 342 refused. Refused: about 1 in 4 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 | 140 | 91 | 26 |
| 2025 | 151 | 126 | 22 |
| 2024 | 178 | 136 | 34 |
| 2023 | 173 | 126 | 39 |
| 2022 | 256 | 190 | 56 |
| 2021 | 264 | 187 | 70 |
| 2020 | 212 | 159 | 47 |
| 2019 | 224 | 172 | 48 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Hertfordshire | 1,737 | 126 | about 1 in 15 |