Stornoway, Highlands and Islands
Rear extension planning drawings in Stornoway
Measured survey, design options, planning drawings and the application, handled for you. We design, get the approvals for and build rear extensions in Stornoway and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
Stornoway sits in the Highlands and Islands, with postcode districts including HS1. For Stornoway homes we start with a measured survey, then draw options before anything is submitted.
Ask about a site visit
Visits here are by arrangement; we'll confirm before booking.
Stornoway is outside our regular coverage, so visits and projects here are by arrangement: we confirm whether we can take the job, and agree any travel costs, before the first visit.
What do rear extension planning drawings cost in Stornoway?
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. Planning and building warrant fees in Scotland are set nationally and by value of work; we confirm both before submitting. These are guide ranges; the written quote after the survey is the figure that counts.
Do you need planning permission for a rear extension in Stornoway?
Here is how the rules in Scotland apply to a rear extension in Stornoway.
In Scotland an extension of more than one storey is only permitted development (Class 1B) if no part is within 10 metres of any boundary and it is no higher than the existing house, so almost every two-storey rear extension needs planning permission and a building warrant.
Scottish councils aim to decide householder applications within two months; the building warrant runs alongside.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings 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 Stornoway like to extend?
Traditional stone houses sit alongside modern bungalows and timber-frame homes around Stornoway. A lighter, contrasting addition at the back often suits older stone houses better than trying to copy the walling.
How a rear extension in Stornoway comes together
Site visit by arrangement
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Paperwork handled
Planning or permitted development, the building warrant, structural design and neighbour agreements are all handled by us.
Written price, then build
Once the design and approvals are in place, you get a fixed written price and programme, and we build through to sign-off.
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FAQ
Rear extension planning drawings questions in Stornoway
Is the site visit in Stornoway free?
Visits here are by arrangement; we confirm whether we can take the job and agree any travel costs first.
What postcode areas do you cover around Stornoway?
Including HS1, and the surrounding Highlands and Islands area.
Can I see the design in 3D?
Yes; we produce simple 3D views so you can judge the size and light.
Who will build my extension?
Vetted building teams working under contract to us. Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd for the design and the build.
Will I need a structural engineer?
Yes for the beam over the new opening and usually the foundations; we arrange them and their calculations go to building control.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Stornoway house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.