County Armagh
Permitted development rear extensions in County Armagh
Designing to the no-application limits, with a certificate of lawfulness of proposed use or development as proof. Across County Armagh we handle the whole rear extension: survey, drawings, the planning route, building control and the build. Towns we cover here include Craigavon, Portadown and Armagh.
Semis and detached houses are typical of County Armagh, and many have room for a rear extension within Northern Ireland's permitted development limits.
How much does a permitted development rear extension cost in County Armagh?
A permitted development rear extension in County Armagh is priced at £1,650–£2,700 per square metre including VAT as a guide, before kitchen fit-out and fees. Northern Ireland prices are the lowest in our range.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m wide × 4 m deep (12 m²) | £20,000–£32,500 |
| 4 m wide × 5 m deep (20 m²) | £33,000–£54,000 |
| 4 m wide × 6 m deep (24 m²) | £39,500–£64,500 |
Ground conditions, glazing, the roof and how far the house is opened up move the final figure within the range.
Do you need planning permission in County Armagh?
Northern Ireland's permitted development rules allow a single-storey rear extension of 3 metres on terraced and semi-detached houses and 4 metres on detached houses, with a 4 metre height limit. Listed buildings, conservation areas and houses with removed rights need planning permission from the council.
Northern Ireland's 2015 Order allows a two-storey rear extension of up to 3 metres where at least 7 metres is left to the rear boundary. Anything larger, or in a conservation area, needs a planning application to the council.
Conservation areas, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and listed buildings restrict permitted development in Northern Ireland.
Where in County Armagh do we work?
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is permitted development the same as planning permission?
No; it is a national grant of permission for work within set limits, so no application is needed.
Do I still need Building Regulations?
Yes, always.
How long does a certificate of lawfulness of proposed use or development take?
Councils should decide within 8 weeks.
Do you cover all of County Armagh?
We cover 3 towns and districts in County Armagh, including Craigavon, Portadown and Armagh.
Who builds the extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us; your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd.