Side extension planning approval in Stockport
Based on decisions in the last 5 years, as of 13 May 2026.
Of 336 side extension planning applications decided by Stockport in the last 5 years, 96% 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 Stockport
- Extension : 96% approved (1,078 decided)
- Rear extension : 96% approved (718 decided)
- Tree work : 95% approved (339 decided)
- Two-storey extension : 94% approved (279 decided)
- Demolition : 94% approved (184 decided)
- Loft conversion : 86% approved (155 decided)
- Porch : 95% approved (137 decided)
- Conservatory / orangery : 96% approved (84 decided)
Method
Approval rate = approved ÷ (approved + refused) over the public planning decisions we hold for Stockport, matched to a type of work from the application description. We lead with the last few years so the figure reflects how Stockport 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.