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Baildon, West Yorkshire

Wraparound extension in Baildon

We plan and build wraparound extensions for homeowners in Baildon. An L-shaped extension that fills the side return and runs across the back. Start with a free site visit, then a written price once the design is agreed.

Baildon sits in West Yorkshire, with postcode districts including BD16, BD17 and BD18. In Baildon we usually draw the wraparound and a simpler rear-only option side by side, so the planning risk and cost difference are clear.

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Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.

How much does a wraparound extension cost in Baildon?

In Baildon, our guide for a wraparound extension is £2,050–£3,350 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. Yorkshire prices sit below our West Midlands baseline; matching natural stone is the main variable.

Wraparound extension prices in Baildon
SizeGuide price inc VAT
L-shaped, about 22 m² of new floor£45,000–£73,500
L-shaped, about 30 m² of new floor£61,500–£100,500

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 Baildon?

Here is how the rules in England apply to a wraparound extension in Baildon.

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 Baildon like to extend?

Stone terraces and brick semis are typical of Baildon. Matching sandstone or gritstone on a terrace is one of the biggest cost variables, and reclaimed stone is often the best match.

How a wraparound extension in Baildon comes together

  1. 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.

  2. Options and costs

    We draw layout options and price each one, so the budget shapes the design rather than surprising you later.

  3. Paperwork handled

    Planning, prior approval or permitted development, Building Regulations approval, structural design and party wall notices are all handled by us.

  4. 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 Baildon

Neighbouring places we cover include Shipley (1.3 miles) and Bingley (2.1 miles).

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FAQ

Wraparound extension questions in Baildon

How long does a rear extension take to build in Baildon?

Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.

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 it worth it over a side return alone?

If you want a dining table and a sofa as well as the kitchen, usually yes.

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.

Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Baildon?

Often not for a single-storey rear extension of up to 3 metres (4 metres on a detached house) under permitted development, or up to 6 or 8 metres with prior approval, unless the house is in a conservation area or its rights have been removed.

Is the site visit in Baildon free?

Yes. We visit, measure up and talk through the options with no cost and no obligation.

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