Side extensions in Newark and Sherwood
195 applications since 2025. 140 approved and 9 refused. Refused: about 1 in 17 here, about 1 in 7 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 9 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 | 71 | 51 | 3 |
| 2025 | 124 | 89 | 6 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| AM2 Architects | 5 | 6 |
| Kev Robinson Architectural Services | 5 | 6 |
| TF Architectural Services Ltd | 5 | 5 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashfield | 2,627 | 149 | about 1 in 19 |
| Gedling | 1,584 | 93 | about 1 in 18 |
| Mansfield | 888 | 33 | about 1 in 28 |
| Rushcliffe | 1,885 | 153 | about 1 in 13 |
| South Kesteven | 979 | 49 | about 1 in 21 |
| West Lindsey | 1,199 | 94 | about 1 in 14 |