Expand Your Home: Premium Timber Extensions
Need more space? A bespoke timber-frame extension is the fastest, most elegant way to upgrade your home. The best part? Many of our extensions and garden rooms can be built without full planning permission under Permitted Development (PD) rights.
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What You Can Build (Permitted Development Guide)
Here is a quick guide to what is possible under UK Permitted Development. Don't worry about the paperwork – our in-house architect handles all the regulations for you!
1. Single-Storey Extensions
Perfect for a new dining room, home office, or expanded kitchen. Under PD, you can generally build:
- Up to 4 metres deep for a detached house (3m for semi/terraced).
- Up to 4 metres in maximum height.
- If within 2m of your boundary, eaves height is limited to 3m.
2. Garden Rooms (Outbuildings)
Looking for a standalone garden office, gym, or games room? These are highly flexible:
- Must be for "incidental use" (not a separate dwelling).
- Max height is 2.5m if within 2m of your boundary.
- If placed further away, roofs can be up to 4m (pitched) or 3m (flat).
The "50% Rule" & Limits
To keep your garden spacious, total extensions and outbuildings must not cover more than 50% of the land around your original house. Permitted Development also does not apply to balconies, verandas, or extensions built directly in front of your house.
Building Regulations
While planning permission might not be required, most house extensions (and outbuildings over 15m²) still need to comply with Building Regulations. Our turnkey service ensures full compliance, structural integrity, and proper insulation.
Important Note from Our Architect
"Every property is completely unique. If your home is on designated land (like a Conservation Area) or is a Listed Building, Permitted Development rights may be restricted. That is why we treat every client individually. We will assess your property, check local council rules, and manage the Planning Application if required."