Building a House Extension: 4 MAJOR things to consider

A house extension is a definite option if you need more space but don't want the stress of moving house. Extending your home can be a much better option, especially if you like the area you live in.

New rules for homeowners mean that it is now much easier to build a house extension WITHOUT the need for planning permission. Certain alterations can be made under the terms of Permitted Development.

In this short video, John tells us his 4 BIG things to consider before starting work on your house extension (and one of them is a HUGE factor).

If you’re considering a house extension or loft conversion, instead of moving house, our team of trusted builders can, of course, help.

If you’ve already decided on an extension, you can get an instant ballpark figure by using our handy calculator: https://hypebuilding.co.uk/house-extensions-and-loft-conversions/#extensioncalculator

More useful info on Planning Permission and Permitted Development:

What is planning permission?

Planning permission is consent from your local planning authority to undertake building works. It is generally needed for new buildings and more extensive developments. For alterations to a listed building, consent is needed from the local authority whether planning permission is needed or not.

It is your responsibility to apply for planning permission. And it needs to be granted before any building works commence. You apply via your local planning authority.

The cost of an application varies nationwide. Expect to pay in excess of £450 for a new build and more than £200 for a house extension that goes beyond what is permitted development.

Do you need planning permission?

More detailed information and interactive guides can be found at the Planning Portal:

https://www.planningportal.co.uk/info/200125/do_you_need_permission

This excellent, comprehensive guide will help you determine whether you need planning permission or building regulations approval.

What is permitted development?

Permitted development allows homeowners to carry out certain types of work without the need to apply for planning permission. The new legislation introduced in May 2019 is much more lenient towards property extensions.

You can build a single-storey rear extension up to 6 metres for terraced or semi-detached homes, or 8 metres for detached homes. If your proposed house extension comes within 2 metres of a boundary, then the eaves height is limited to 3 metres. Otherwise, a single storey rear extension must be no higher than 4 metres.

A permitted development, of course, still needs to comply with building regulation, and health and safety standards.

What is an Article 4 Direction?

If you live in a particular area, your property development rights may be restricted.

For example, if you live in a conservation area, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) or a National Park, an Article 4 Direction may require you to request planning permission before you proceed with any development.

An Article 4 Direction is used by a local planning authority to control certain types of development that may impact upon or threaten the character of an area. It doesn’t prevent the development. Instead it stipulates that planning permission is first obtained for a project that would otherwise be permitted development.

Depending where you are in the UK, an Article 4 Direction can also be imposed for change of use. For example, from a dwelling house (Class C3) to a small House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) (Class C4).

So if you’re a property investor, do your due diligence. Some lenders may refuse to lend if they know that Article 4 Direction is in place in an area where you are planning to buy with the intention of converting to an HMO.

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