Change of use planning approval in Preston
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 7 May 2026.
Of 143 change of use planning applications decided by Preston in the last 5 years, 93% 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 Preston
- Extension : 98% approved (351 decided)
- Rear extension : 98% approved (238 decided)
- Demolition : 97% approved (141 decided)
- Side extension : 99% approved (69 decided)
- Loft conversion : 95% approved (63 decided)
- Listed building / conservation : 92% approved (60 decided)
- Windows & doors : 95% approved (59 decided)
- Two-storey extension : 97% approved (58 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Preston, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Preston 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.