Fair Oak, Hampshire
Wraparound extension in Fair Oak
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 Fair Oak and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
We cover Fair Oak (SO30, SO50 and SO53) as part of our Hampshire work. Wraparound projects around Fair Oak 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 Fair Oak?
Guide prices for a wraparound extension in Fair Oak start from our South East England rate of £2,460–£4,030 per square metre, including VAT. South East prices run above our West Midlands baseline, mainly on labour rates and clay-soil foundations.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor | £54,000–£88,500 |
| L-shaped, about 30 m² of new floor | £74,000–£121,000 |
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 Fair Oak?
The planning route for a wraparound extension in Fair Oak is set by England's householder rules and your council.
In England the side part of a side return or wraparound must meet the side-extension rules (one storey, under 4 metres high, no more than half the width of the original house), and those rights do not apply on designated land. Because a wraparound combines a side and a rear extension, many need householder planning permission.
Because rear extensions often sit on or near the boundary, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 usually applies in England. Notices go out one or two months before work depending on the type of work, and a surveyor's award is only needed if a neighbour does not consent.
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 Fair Oak like to extend?
Commuter semis and detached houses make up much of Fair Oak, and longer gardens make England's prior approval route for deeper rear extensions worth considering.
How a wraparound extension in Fair Oak comes together
Look round and measure
A free visit to see the back of the house, measure it, check the drains and boundaries and hear what you need.
Drawings and budget
Floor plans and elevations for the options, each with a guide price.
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.
Wraparound extensions near Fair Oak
Neighbouring places we cover include Bishopstoke (1.4 miles) and Eastleigh (2.3 miles).
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FAQ
Wraparound extension questions in Fair Oak
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.
Is the site visit in Fair Oak free?
Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.
How long does a wraparound take?
Usually 14 to 20 weeks on site, longer than a plain rear extension because of the steelwork.
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.
What postcode areas do you cover around Fair Oak?
Including SO30, SO50 and SO53, and the surrounding Hampshire area.
How much does a wraparound extension cost in Fair Oak?
As a guide, £2,460–£4,030 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor: about £54,000–£88,500 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.