Westhoughton, Greater Manchester
Rear extension planning drawings in Westhoughton
For homes in Westhoughton, a rear extension is often the simplest way to gain space without moving. Measured survey, design options, planning drawings and the application, handled for you. We take it from survey to completion certificate.
Westhoughton and its postcode districts BL5 are part of our Greater Manchester coverage. For Westhoughton homes we start with a measured survey, then draw options before anything is submitted.
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Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
What do rear extension planning drawings cost in Westhoughton?
As a guide, £1,000–£2,500 including VAT for a single-storey rear extension, or £2,000–£3,500 for a two-storey scheme. A householder planning application in England costs £548 (£575 for applications made from 8 December 2026), and a lawful development certificate for proposed work costs half the householder fee. We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.
Do you need planning permission for a rear extension in Westhoughton?
The planning route for a rear extension in Westhoughton is set by England's householder rules and your council.
A two-storey rear extension can be permitted development in England only if it projects no more than 3 metres, stays at least 7 metres from the rear boundary, matches the existing roof pitch and has obscure-glazed upper side windows. In practice most double-storey rear extensions go through a householder planning application.
Councils aim to decide householder applications within 8 weeks of validation, and prior approval within 42 days.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. Before any drawing we look up the property's history with the council, because earlier extensions and removed rights change the answer.
What are homes in Westhoughton like to extend?
Stone and brick terraces are common around Westhoughton. Where houses back onto a ginnel or alley, deliveries can come in from the rear, which makes the build tidier.
How a rear extension in Westhoughton comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Options and costs
We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.
Planning and regulations
We take the design through the right planning route, then produce the construction drawings and engineer's calculations for building control.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the building control completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Rear extension planning drawings near Westhoughton
Neighbouring places we cover include Atherton (2.2 miles) and Hindley (2.6 miles).
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FAQ
Rear extension planning drawings questions in Westhoughton
What do rear extension planning drawings cost in Westhoughton?
As a guide, £1,000–£2,500 including VAT for a single-storey rear extension and £2,000–£3,500 for a two-storey scheme, covering the measured survey, design options and the application. The council fee is extra.
Can I get a price without a visit?
Our online guide-price tool gives a range in a couple of minutes. A written price needs a survey.
Do I need an architect?
You need accurate drawings by someone who knows householder planning; we provide them.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Westhoughton?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Do you handle building control in Westhoughton?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Westhoughton house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.