Side extensions in North Somerset
2,273 applications since 2020. 1,993 approved and 156 refused. Refused: about 1 in 14 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 | 202 | 157 | 8 |
| 2025 | 301 | 259 | 39 |
| 2024 | 270 | 231 | 25 |
| 2023 | 266 | 226 | 21 |
| 2022 | 329 | 304 | 17 |
| 2021 | 482 | 435 | 20 |
| 2020 | 423 | 381 | 26 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| JLS Design Services | 57 | 60 |
| Stacey Architects | 42 | 43 |
| Graham Moir Associates Ltd | 40 | 44 |
| Studio 63 Architecture Ltd | 33 | 34 |
| Davies Architectural Services | 32 | 33 |
| Gibson Architecture Limited | 25 | 26 |
| Cuppa Architects Ltd | 21 | 21 |
| AMZAK Architectural Design | 16 | 17 |
| Clifton Design (Bristol) Ltd | 15 | 17 |
| Cadplan Architecture | 15 | 15 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath | 7,324 | 837 | about 1 in 10 |