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Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire

Rear extension planning drawings in Hoddesdon

Measured survey, design options, planning drawings and the application, handled for you. We design, get the approvals for and build rear extensions in Hoddesdon and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.

Hoddesdon sits in Hertfordshire, with postcode districts including EN11. Planning applications in Hoddesdon go to the local planning authority covering Hoddesdon, and we check its local design guidance for rear extensions before drawing.

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What do rear extension planning drawings cost in Hoddesdon?

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. 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 for a rear extension in Hoddesdon?

Whether your rear extension in Hoddesdon needs a planning application depends on its size, your house and any local restrictions.

England's rules allow a rear extension of more than one storey without an application only when it is no deeper than 3 metres and at least 7 metres from the boundary opposite the rear wall, and never on designated land. Most two-storey schemes need householder planning permission.

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 Hoddesdon like to extend?

Post-war semis and newer estates are typical of Hoddesdon, and many have room for a full-width extension. Shrinkable clay is common in the East of England, so foundations near trees and hedges are designed to NHBC-style depth guidance.

How a rear extension in Hoddesdon comes together

  1. 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.

  2. Design and guide price

    Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.

  3. Approvals

    Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.

  4. 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 Hoddesdon

From Hoddesdon, the nearest places we also cover are Broxbourne (1.0 miles) and Ware (3.5 miles).

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FAQ

Rear extension planning drawings questions in Hoddesdon

Can you match the brick or stone on my Hoddesdon house?

We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.

Can I live at home while the extension is built?

Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.

Can I see the design in 3D?

Yes; we produce simple 3D views so you can judge the size and light.

Do I need a party wall agreement?

In England, usually yes if the extension is on or near a shared boundary or the foundations are close to a neighbour's building. We serve the notices.

What postcode areas do you cover around Hoddesdon?

Including EN11, and the surrounding Hertfordshire area.

Do you handle building control in Hoddesdon?

Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.

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