Extensions

At Smartcall ltd we are committed to helping you create your desired extended living space which meets all of your needs whilst adding value and desirability to your property. 

Extending your home is becoming more and more popular and often this can be the best and most cost effective way to accommodate your growing family without the inconvenience and expense of moving house. Your extension whether it be a  one or two storey, large or small will add the desired space that you require.  

Your thoughts.

If you are considering extending your home in the near future - we would love to welcome you for a friendly, no obligation chat at no cost. 

We can offer advice on costings, materials, planning and mostly all aspects of the build leaving you best equipped to make a sensible and comfortable decision. We are always happy to discuss your ideas with you and we aim to help you make them a reality.

For all General Building Enquiries please contact us on: 07772356427 or Email: Enquiry@smartcallltd.com

• Permitted development and planning permission

You can undertake some extension projects without the need for planning permission, referred to as your “permitted development rights”.

Under the rules, a rear wall of a detached home can be extended by 8m to the rear if it is a single storey property, and 3m if it is double storey. This is reduced to 6m in a semi or terraced house.

There are also height restrictions: a single storey extension not being higher than 4m in height to the ridge and the eaves, and ridge heights of any extension not being higher than the existing property. Double storey extensions mustn’t be closer than 7m to the rear boundary.

There are other conditions that must be met. For example, if the extension is more than half the area of land around the original house, you will need planning permission. Extensions must be built with similar materials to the existing property. 

Different planning rules may also apply if your home is in a Conservation Area, and for any renovations to a Listed Property you will need to obtain listed building consent.