How we work
0.1 We'll Listen to You
Before we do anything, we like to know what you really want and it's intended use. This helps us design with your needs in mind.
0.2 The Survey
Once you're happy to move forward, we'll carry out a laser measurement survey of you home, and take any other details we need.
0.3 Your Plans
By now, we'll be ready to start your plans. As we draw these up we'll check in with you at important moments to see that things are on track.
0.4 Submission
Once the plans are done and you're happy to proceed, we'll fill in all the paperwork and submit your plans to the council.
0.5 Your Agent
As the plans go through the planning process, we'll act as your agent dealing with any issues the council have.
0.6 Informed
At each stage in the process, we'll keep in touch with you to make sure you're fully informed.
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01
Planning Permission &
Building
Control
Before we your start your project, it's worth bearing in mind that there are two parts to the application process:
01. Planning Permission
02. Building Control Permission.
Let's go through them below.
0.1 Planning Permission
The Planning Department considers the size, design, and position of your project. Normally, it takes around 8 weeks for approval to be given from the time they begin to formally process your application. Planning permission is valid for three years.
Some extensions benefit from Permitted Development Rules (PD Rules) - generally, if you have no existing extensions and your proposal comes out no more than 3m to the rear you can avoid the normal planning submission process.
In this circumstance, we always advise our clients to go for a Lawful Development Certificate to show that your extension complies with all the PD Rules. You can put this with the deeds of your house in case you ever want to sell . . . it makes the whole process easier!
The Government's Planning Portal website contains extensive guidance and is well worth looking at before you proceed with your plans.
02. Building Control
The Building Control Department examines how your extension will be built and checks that everything meets the current edition of the Building Regulations.
My background is in Building Surveying and this ensures everything is done to the book. We'll take care of everything from the foundation to the roof and ensure that the highest design standards our met.
Building Control permission takes 7 - 8 weeks to come through and is good for three years.
Once you're got both sets of permissions - you're good to start building!
For more detailed information click onto the Goverment's Planning Portal website using the button below.
More...
While we can design any extension you like, in whatever style takes your fancy - we've included some bespoke designs below for you to look at. . . Just click to enlarge.
The Modern
A contemporary design combining white rendering and timber panelling to give a very modern feel to your new extension
The English Cottage
Not everyone likes modern designs, so how about an the look of a French cottage, complete with shutters and French doors.
The Georgian
Give your home a classic feel, with Georgian tailoring to your extension.
The White Box
Another contemporary design to raise your new extension beyond the boring and humdrum. Leave that to the friends you don't like much!
The Timber Box
A sleek modern design with the tactile look and feel of natural timber.
The Art Deco
A classic 1920s design with a sophisticated air just waiting for cocktail hour to turn up.
