Driveways and dropped kerbs in South Tyneside
155 applications since 2020. 120 approved and 12 refused. Refused: about 1 in 11 here, about 1 in 5 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 8 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- A new or replacement hard surface in front of the house over 5 square metres must be porous, or drain to a lawn or border within the property
- A new access onto a minor road is only permitted alongside other permitted works; onto a classified or trunk road it needs permission
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 | 17 | 7 | 0 |
| 2025 | 26 | 17 | 2 |
| 2024 | 16 | 13 | 1 |
| 2023 | 20 | 18 | 2 |
| 2022 | 20 | 17 | 1 |
| 2021 | 33 | 27 | 4 |
| 2020 | 23 | 21 | 2 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gateshead | 225 | 28 | about 1 in 9 |
| North Tyneside | 86 | 4 | about 1 in 23 |