Windows and doors in North Somerset
1,989 applications since 2020. 1,653 approved and 200 refused. Refused: about 1 in 9 here, about 1 in 9 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- Materials and look similar to the existing house
- New upper-floor side windows obscure-glazed and fixed below 1.7 m
England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this.
Year by year
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 166 | 109 | 20 |
| 2025 | 285 | 238 | 39 |
| 2024 | 344 | 287 | 46 |
| 2023 | 336 | 290 | 24 |
| 2022 | 271 | 226 | 28 |
| 2021 | 336 | 291 | 20 |
| 2020 | 251 | 212 | 23 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| Graham Moir Associates Ltd | 33 | 39 |
| JLS Design Services | 33 | 33 |
| Stacey Architects | 24 | 24 |
| Dexter Building Design Ltd | 20 | 23 |
| Davies Architectural Services | 18 | 18 |
| Studio 63 Architecture Ltd | 15 | 16 |
| Gibson Architecture Limited | 13 | 14 |
| WH Architects Ltd | 13 | 13 |
| Stokes Morgan Planning Ltd | 12 | 13 |
| Bowerhaus Design | 12 | 12 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bath | 7,266 | 588 | about 1 in 13 |