Loft conversions and dormers in Wyre
479 applications since 2020. 412 approved and 41 refused. Refused: about 1 in 11 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 | 46 | 35 | 1 |
| 2025 | 62 | 55 | 7 |
| 2024 | 52 | 47 | 2 |
| 2023 | 69 | 59 | 9 |
| 2022 | 76 | 68 | 7 |
| 2021 | 96 | 82 | 8 |
| 2020 | 78 | 66 | 7 |
Architects and agents, last 5 years
| Firm | Approved | Decided |
|---|---|---|
| Abbott Hull Associates | 44 | 49 |
| Lee Fenton Planning Services Ltd | 36 | 37 |
| Keystone Design Associates Ltd | 23 | 26 |
| ML Planning Consultancy Ltd | 10 | 11 |
| Architectural Services (NW) Ltd | 5 | 6 |
| Architectural Design Service | 5 | 5 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool | 98 | 27 | about 1 in 5 |
| Fylde | 1,629 | 262 | about 1 in 7 |