Annexe extensions in Horwich
We design and build annexe extensions for houses in Horwich, with a written price once the survey and design are done and one point of contact throughout.
- Guide price in HorwichFrom £52,000 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time16–24 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsBL6

Planning rules that apply in Horwich
In England an annexe that stays part of the household and connects to the house is assessed as an extension, but its size usually takes it beyond permitted development, so a householder application describing the ancillary use is the normal route.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent, usually through a build-over agreement, before the foundations go in.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. In England you can use the council's building control team or a registered building control approver; a full plans application gets the drawings checked before work starts, and the inspector signs the work off with a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Annexe extension prices in Horwich
These guide figures apply our North West England adjustment (×0.95) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in Horwich: £1,900 to £3,610 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio annexe 25 m² | £52,000 – £65,500 | £57,000 – £71,500 | £71,000 – £90,500 |
| One-bedroom annexe 35 m² | £66,500 – £83,500 | £79,500 – £100,000 | £99,500 – £126,500 |
| Larger annexe 45 m² | £85,500 – £107,000 | £102,500 – £128,500 | £128,000 – £162,500 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
What is included
- Separate or shared heating and hot water
- Kitchenette, shower room and bedroom finish
- Planning application describing ancillary use
- Fire separation and alarms to building regulations
- Design for accessibility: level thresholds, wider doors, walk-in shower
Covering Horwich
Postcode districts we cover around Horwich include BL6. Neighbouring towns we cover include Westhoughton (4 miles), Hindley (5 miles), Bolton (5 miles), Wigan (5 miles).
Across the North West, terraced houses with small rear yards suit compact rear and side return extensions, while suburban semis have room for more.
From first visit to completion
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
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
Fixed written price
You receive a written, itemised price and programme. Nothing starts until you are happy with it.
Build and sign-off
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Common questions in Horwich
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Horwich, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Who do I contract with for an annexe extension in Horwich?
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.
Do I need building regulations approval in Horwich?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Will an annexe affect council tax?
It can. Some annexes are assessed separately for council tax, with discounts or exemptions in some cases when occupied by a relative. Check with the Valuation Office Agency (England and Wales), your local assessor (Scotland) or Land & Property Services (Northern Ireland).
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.
Book a free site visit in Horwich
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.