Loft conversions and dormers in Rugby
239 applications since 2020. 196 approved and 8 refused. Refused: about 1 in 26 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 | 27 | 18 | 0 |
| 2025 | 21 | 20 | 0 |
| 2024 | 41 | 33 | 2 |
| 2023 | 27 | 23 | 1 |
| 2022 | 47 | 39 | 3 |
| 2021 | 50 | 40 | 1 |
| 2020 | 26 | 23 | 1 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaby | 222 | 16 | about 1 in 15 |
| Hinckley and Bosworth | 760 | 76 | about 1 in 11 |
| Stratford on Avon | 632 | 49 | about 1 in 14 |
| Warwick | 467 | 38 | about 1 in 13 |