Solar and renewables in Bristol

Bristol received 56 renewable energy applications in the last 12 months, including 1 battery storage site and 13 heat pumps. Of the 33 decided so far, 29 were approved. Most rooftop panels are permitted development, so the applications here are typically the larger or more sensitive schemes.

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1 Sept 2026 Pending consideration 26/13553/CP

45 Stoke Hill Bristol BS9 1LQ

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development - Conversion of section of existing integral garage to accommodatio...

Certificate of Lawfulness - proposed Bristol
28 Aug 2026 Pending decision 26/12561/CP

Social Services And Health Symes House Peterson Square Bristol BS13 0EE

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed use or development - Installation of two air source heat pumps.

Certificate of Lawfulness - proposed Bristol
24 Aug 2026 Pending consideration 26/13571/COU

Workshop (behind 99 Bishopsworth Road) Bristol BS13 7JR

The development will create two self-contained dwellings comprising: Unit 1: 2-bedroom flat ? 83.13 sqm. Unit 2: 1-bedroom flat ? 47.26 sqm. Planning ...

Prior Notification - Change of use (C3) Bristol
17 Aug 2026 Pending consideration 26/13160/H

20 Dublin Crescent Bristol BS9 4NA

General renovation of property including the replacement of an existing skylight with a new roof light. A new access/skylight to the existing flat roo...

Full Planning (Householders) Bristol
14 Aug 2026 Pending consideration 26/12105/COND

All Saints Church Pembroke Road Clifton Bristol BS8 3ED

Application for approval of details reserved by condition nos. 2 (PV panel), 3 (Detailed drawings), 4 (Materials) and 5 (Protection of retained trees)...

Approval/Discharge of conditions Bristol
14 Aug 2026 Pending consideration 26/13135/LB

24 York Road Montpelier Bristol BS6 5QE

Introduction of solar panels, a refuse store landing and a stair to the basement lightwell.

Listed Building Application Bristol
10 Aug 2026 Pending decision 26/13360/CP

80 Hill Avenue Bristol BS3 4SX

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed loft conversion to the existing property and includes a proposed rear dormer, roof lig...

Certificate of Lawfulness - proposed Bristol
30 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/12699/F

Tool Station Whiteladies Road Bristol BS8 2LG

External alterations to the building, including replacement of the roof to the rear building, installation of photovoltaic (PV) panels, installation o...

Full Planning Bristol
30 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/13068/F

23 Berkeley Square Bristol BS8 1HP

Change of use of application from offices (Use Class E) to into a single dwelling house (Use Class C3), with associated internal alterations, reinstat...

Full Planning Bristol
30 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/13069/LA

23 Berkeley Square Bristol BS8 1HP

Internal and external alterations to 23 Berkeley Square and rear garden to facilitate its refurbishment and change of use to residential use.

Listed Building Consent (Alter/Extend) Bristol
30 Jul 2026 Pending decision 26/10044/FB

School Bungalow 14 Clavell Road Bristol BS10 7EJ

Extension and refurbishment of existing dwelling and conversion to a Childrens Care home (Use Class C2), including solar panels, an Air Source Heat Pu...

Full Planning (Regulation 3) Bristol
28 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/13184/COND

Universal House Pennywell Road Bristol BS5 0ER

Application for approval of details reserved by condition no. 2 (Further details of cycle storage) of permission 26/10177/F - External alterations to ...

Approval/Discharge of conditions Bristol
24 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/13148/F

Brunelcare Linden Close Stockwood Bristol BS14 8JG

Upgrade flat roof insulation and single ply membrane. Installation of solar panels

Full Planning Bristol
21 Jul 2026 Approved 26/12679/F

90 Victoria Street Bristol BS1 6DP

Installation of photovoltaic panels to roof.

Full Planning Bristol
14 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/12740/F

273 - 279 Church Road Redfield Bristol BS5 9HT

Installation of air source heat pumps (ASHPs)

Full Planning Bristol
13 Jul 2026 Approved 26/12940/RE

Augean Treatment Ltd Smoke Lane Bristol BS11 0YA

Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed: Installation, Alteration or Replacement of other Solar Photovoltaics (PV) equip...

Prior Notification - Renewable energy Bristol
8 Jul 2026 Pending consideration 26/12478/F

Knowle Methodist Church Redcatch Road Bristol BS4 2EP

Install a photo-voltaic array to the chapel roof (South pitch facing Redcatch Road).

Full Planning Bristol
6 Jul 2026 Approved 26/12686/H

204 Cranbrook Road Bristol BS6 7QT

Hip-to-gable roof extension, rear dormer roof extension, installation of two front rooflights, solar panels, and associated external alterations.

Full Planning (Householders) Bristol
24 Jun 2026 Refused 26/12519/H

2 Albany Road Bristol BS6 5LH

Proposed addition of low-carbon technologies and replacement windows and doors.

Full Planning (Householders) Bristol
23 Jun 2026 Approved 26/12649/LB

5 Cotham Road Bristol BS6 6DG

Form new opening in wall between kitchen and dining room, new restored plaster ceiling rose in dining room, remove and repair damaged area of cornicin...

Listed Building Application Bristol
22 Jun 2026 Approved 26/12485/CP

Ridingleaze House Ridingleaze Bristol BS11 0QE

Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for a Proposed Installation of three air source heat pumps under Part 12 Class A of the GPDO.

Certificate of Lawfulness - proposed Bristol
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Frequently asked questions

Do you need planning permission for solar panels on a house?
Most rooftop solar PV is permitted development if it doesn't project above the highest part of the roof or more than 200mm from the surface. Conservation areas, listed buildings and World Heritage Sites usually require full planning permission or Listed Building Consent.
Do you need planning permission for an air-source heat pump?
In most cases an outdoor heat pump unit smaller than 1.5m³ (raised in 2025 from 0.6m³) and at least 1m from the boundary qualifies as permitted development. Listed buildings and conservation areas may need full permission.
How big can a solar farm be without planning permission?
Ground-mounted commercial solar farms above 50kW effectively always require full planning permission. Smaller rooftop installations on industrial or agricultural buildings can sometimes use prior-approval rights under Part 14 of the GPDO.
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