Side extension planning approval in Ards and North Down
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 2 Jul 2026.
Of 141 side extension planning applications decided by Ards and North Down in the last 5 years, 99% were approved. This is the council's track record for this kind of work. It is a useful gauge before you apply, not a guarantee for any one application.
Other work in Ards and North Down
- Extension : 99% approved (493 decided)
- Rear extension : 99% approved (258 decided)
- Demolition : 99% approved (131 decided)
- Two-storey extension : 99% approved (102 decided)
- Change of use : 98% approved (51 decided)
- Loft conversion : 100% approved (60 decided)
- Boundary wall / fence / gates : 98% approved (52 decided)
- Balcony / roof terrace : 96% approved (51 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Ards and North Down, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Ards and North Down decides today, with the longer record as context. A rate is only shown once there are enough decided applications for it to be reliable. We publish aggregate figures only, never an individual application or applicant name. Read the full method and limits.