Do I need planning permission for a house extension in london?

House extensions do not always require planning approval, some smaller projects such as a single-storey rear extension may not require planning approval if they meet certain requirements set out in the permitted development guidelines. Excela Architecture London can advise you on whether your project will require planning approval or if your project can be done within the permitted development guidelines.

How Much does a planning application cost?

The cost of a planning application can vary depending on what type of planning application is to be submitted. A typical householder planning application is used for alterations to an existing dwelling, such as adding a house extension or a loft conversion. A householder planning application fee is £548.00. To add a new build house a full planning application is to be submitted, the fee for a full planning application is £588.00 per dwelling house.

What is permitted development?

Some projects do not require a planning application to be submitted to carry out minors works or changes. Permitted development rights enable you to make certain changes to a building without the need of applying for planning approval. Permitted development right are very complicated and not all houses in the UK have them as in certain areas Permitted development rights are revoked. Excela Architecture London will carry out an assessment of the permitted development rights attached to your building.

What are building regulations?

The UK Building Regulations, are known as the approved documents and are split into sections known as parts, from A – R. This collection of documents details the required standards to which all building design and construction works must adhere to. These apply to almost all building works, therefore it is important to know when building control approval is needed and have the correct documentation to accompany a building control application.

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Whether you’re looking to extend your home with a home extension or a loft conversion or you’re planning a new build home, Excela Architecture London can help.

Here at Excela Architecture London we take your initial ideas and project requirements then explore the feasibility of your project and combine with our design expertise to produce design concepts that will work for you. At Excela Architecture London we offer unlimited architectural design revisions and you are able to make as many design changes as you require until you are 100% happy with the final design. We provide our design concepts in 3D as well as 2D floor plans and elevations to help you truly visualise your home design.

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Home Extensions

You may love your current home but just feel like you need the extra space but don’t want the hassle of moving home. A home extension may be the perfect option for you, it will help you create the extra space that your family needs.

Our team of home extension architects in London, provide creative architectural design solutions to make your new home extension fit in perfectly with your family life.

Adding a home extension with a new kitchen or family room can add 10% to 15% value to your home.

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HMO Conversions

If you are looking at adding a HMO conversion to you portfolio Excela Architecture are here to help.

Whether you would like to convert and existing building in to an HMO or you would like to increase the GDV by adding extra rooms with a loft conversion or a home extension, we’re on hand to assist you through each step of the process.

We have a dedicated team of HMO specialist architects that provide expertise to our clients whether your a first-time HMO investor or a seasoned HMO investor.

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Loft Conversions

When it comes to maximising your current home without extending the perfect choice is to convert your unused loft space into a new bedroom or living area.

Our architects in London specialise in loft conversion design to help increase the space in your home.

Converting your existing unused loft space a new bedroom with an ensuite bathroom or an additional living area can add around 15% value to your home.