Brixham, Devon
Wraparound extension in Brixham
An L-shaped extension that fills the side return and runs across the back. We design, get the approvals for and build wraparound extensions in Brixham and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
Brixham and its postcode districts TQ4 and TQ5 are part of our Devon coverage. Wraparound projects around Brixham often involve two neighbours, so we start the party wall conversations early.
Book a free site visit
Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Brixham?
For Brixham we work from the South West England rate: £2,290–£3,740 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. South West prices run slightly above our West Midlands baseline; natural stone to match the house is the main variable.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor | £50,500–£82,500 |
| L-shaped, about 30 m² of new floor | £68,500–£112,500 |
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 for a wraparound extension in Brixham?
The planning route for a wraparound extension in Brixham is set by England's householder rules and your council.
Side return infills and the side leg of a wraparound are treated as side extensions in England: single-storey, no more than 4 metres high and no wider than half the original house. They are not permitted development in conservation areas, National Parks or National Landscapes, and a joined wraparound often needs a planning application because the side and rear rules apply together.
The Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies in England: you serve notice two months before work to a shared wall, and one month before digging foundations within 3 metres (or 6 metres for deeper foundations) of a neighbour's building. Neighbours can agree in writing; if they dissent, surveyors agree an award.
Conservation areas, National Parks, National Landscapes and the Broads restrict permitted development, and listed buildings always need listed building consent. We check your house's planning history and any conservation area before drawing, so the route is clear before you spend on plans.
What are homes in Brixham like to extend?
Stone-built and rendered houses are common around Brixham, so matching the walling is a design decision in its own right: natural stone, reconstituted stone or a render finish across old and new.
How a wraparound extension in Brixham comes together
Survey visit
We visit free of charge, measure up, check access, drainage and neighbours' extensions, and note what you want the room to do.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
Approvals
Permitted development check, prior approval or planning application, then Building Regulations drawings and structural calculations, plus party wall notices where they apply.
Fixed price and build
A written price for the agreed design, a start date and a named contact through the build, ending with the building control completion certificate.
Wraparound extensions near Brixham
We also build wraparound extensions in nearby Paignton (3.7 miles) and Torquay (4.7 miles).
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FAQ
Wraparound extension questions in Brixham
What postcode areas do you cover around Brixham?
Including TQ4 and TQ5, and the surrounding Devon area.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Brixham?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Is it worth it over a side return alone?
If you want a dining table and a sofa as well as the kitchen, usually yes.
Can you match the brick or stone on my Brixham house?
We source the closest match and show you samples before ordering; reclaimed materials are often the best match on older houses.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Brixham?
As a guide, £2,290–£3,740 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor: about £50,500–£82,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.
Do you handle building control in Brixham?
Yes. We apply to the council or a registered building control approver and hand over the completion certificate.