Side extension planning approval in Blackpool
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 20 Apr 2026.
Of 63 side extension planning applications decided by Blackpool in the last 5 years, 75% 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 Blackpool
- Extension : 86% approved (288 decided)
- Rear extension : 87% approved (224 decided)
- Demolition : 87% approved (122 decided)
- Boundary wall / fence / gates : 78% approved (59 decided)
- Shopfront / commercial : 83% approved (30 decided)
- Advertisement / signage : 85% approved (40 decided)
- Two-storey extension : 72% approved (36 decided)
- Conservatory / orangery : 94% approved (32 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Blackpool, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Blackpool 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.