Annexe extensions in Galashiels
Galashiels homeowners can use us for the whole annexe extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, the building warrant and the build itself.
- Guide price in GalashielsFrom £53,500 inc VAT
- PlanningScottish householder rules; building warrant needed
- Build time16–24 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsTD1
Do I need planning permission in Galashiels?
In Scotland, householder permitted development rules (Class 1A for single-storey ground-floor extensions and Class 1B for extensions of more than one storey) allow some smaller extensions without a planning application, within limits on depth, height and distance from the boundary. Conservation areas and listed buildings are more restricted. Separately, almost every extension needs a building warrant from the council before work starts.
In a conservation area or national scenic area the householder permitted development rights are more limited, listed homes need listed building consent, and if rights have been removed by a condition or direction, any extension needs an application.
Building close to a public sewer needs the agreement of Scottish Water, which we check during design.
Scotland has no Party Wall Act. Where work affects a shared wall or a neighbour's land, we agree access, protection and making good with your neighbour in writing before work starts.
Applications are decided by your council as planning authority.
Working in Galashiels
Postcode districts we cover around Galashiels include TD1. Nearby, we also take on projects in Peebles (15 miles), Kelso (16 miles), Hawick (16 miles).
Across Scotland, extensions follow Scottish planning and building standards, including the building warrant process, which we build into the programme from the start.
Who an annexe extension suits
- Multi-generational families
- Homes with a large side or rear garden
- Relatives who need support close by
Accessibility is cheaper to design in than to retrofit. Level access, a 900 mm door width, a level-access shower and space to turn a wheelchair can all be planned into the footprint for little extra cost.
How much does an annexe extension cost in Galashiels?
For Galashiels we adjust our national guide rates by ×0.98, the factor we use for Scotland. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in Galashiels: £1,960 to £3,720 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio annexe 25 m² | £53,500 – £67,500 | £58,500 – £73,500 | £73,500 – £93,500 |
| One-bedroom annexe 35 m² | £68,500 – £86,000 | £82,000 – £103,000 | £102,500 – £130,500 |
| Larger annexe 45 m² | £88,000 – £110,500 | £105,500 – £132,500 | £132,000 – £168,000 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
What happens next
Site visits are free and there is no obligation. Where drawings are needed, the design stage is priced in writing before it starts.
Free site visit
A designer visits, takes measurements and photos, and discusses layouts, budget and timing with you.
Design and approvals
Once the layout is agreed, we deal with the council: planning permission or written confirmation that none is needed, plus building control.
Fixed written price
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
Build and sign-off
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions people ask about annexe extensions
How long does an annexe extension take to build in Galashiels?
On site, typically 16 to 24 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 10–16 weeks design and approvals.
Who do I contract with for an annexe extension in Galashiels?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Galashiels, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Does an annexe extension need planning permission?
Usually yes, because of its size and the way it will be used. Councils check that it stays ancillary to the main house, so the application must describe the use clearly.
Can the annexe have its own front door?
Yes, many do, but it should still connect to the main house to stay clearly part of it.
Book a free site visit in Galashiels
We will measure up, check the planning position and give you honest guide figures.
- Free, no-obligation site visit
- Planning route checked before you spend on drawings
- Written price once the design is agreed
- Building control sign-off at the end
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Book a free site visit
Tell us a little about the project and we will arrange a time.