Loft conversions and dormers in Stafford
234 applications since 2020. 183 approved and 33 refused. Refused: about 1 in 7 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 | 18 | 11 | 2 |
| 2025 | 28 | 23 | 4 |
| 2024 | 35 | 26 | 8 |
| 2023 | 42 | 32 | 8 |
| 2022 | 36 | 34 | 2 |
| 2021 | 40 | 28 | 7 |
| 2020 | 35 | 29 | 2 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cannock Chase | 468 | 68 | about 1 in 8 |
| East Staffordshire | 1,424 | 180 | about 1 in 9 |
| Lichfield | 453 | 60 | about 1 in 9 |
| Newcastle under Lyme | 181 | 15 | about 1 in 13 |
| South Staffordshire | 307 | 43 | about 1 in 8 |
| Staffordshire Moorlands | 123 | 29 | about 1 in 5 |