Loft conversions and dormers in North Somerset
1,187 applications since 2020. 996 approved and 95 refused. Refused: about 1 in 11 here, about 1 in 6 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- Up to 40 cubic metres of extra roof space on a terrace, 50 on a semi or detached house
- Not on the roof slope facing a road, and no higher than the existing roof
- Materials similar in appearance, set back about 0.2 m from the eaves, and side windows obscure-glazed
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 | 110 | 78 | 7 |
| 2025 | 152 | 127 | 21 |
| 2024 | 151 | 113 | 25 |
| 2023 | 164 | 135 | 11 |
| 2022 | 201 | 177 | 9 |
| 2021 | 219 | 194 | 12 |
| 2020 | 190 | 172 | 10 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| Cuppa Architects Ltd | 26 | 26 |
| Davies Architectural Services | 25 | 25 |
| Graham Moir Associates Ltd | 22 | 23 |
| JLS Design Services | 21 | 22 |
| Studio 63 Architecture Ltd | 15 | 15 |
| Gibson Architecture Limited | 12 | 16 |
| Dexter Building Design Ltd | 11 | 15 |
| Stacey Architects | 11 | 11 |
| WH Architects Ltd | 10 | 13 |
| Clifton Design (Bristol) Ltd | 10 | 10 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath | 4,160 | 738 | about 1 in 7 |