Loft conversions and dormers in Peterborough
242 applications since 2020. 196 approved and 18 refused. Refused: about 1 in 12 here, about 1 in 6 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 9 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 | 19 | 10 | 1 |
| 2025 | 24 | 17 | 3 |
| 2024 | 29 | 27 | 2 |
| 2023 | 35 | 30 | 2 |
| 2022 | 41 | 33 | 3 |
| 2021 | 49 | 41 | 5 |
| 2020 | 45 | 38 | 2 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| Janice Kendrick Design Services Ltd | 9 | 9 |
| Phi Architectural Design | 5 | 8 |
| BRETWAY Designs | 5 | 7 |
| James Wollerton Architecture | 5 | 5 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fenland | 361 | 43 | about 1 in 9 |
| Huntingdonshire | 1,292 | 132 | about 1 in 11 |
| South Holland | 59 | 4 | about 1 in 16 |
| South Kesteven | 267 | 30 | about 1 in 10 |