Annexe extensions in Longton
Longton homeowners can use us for the whole annexe extension project: survey, design, planning or permitted development checks, building regulations and the build itself.
- Guide price in LongtonFrom £53,000 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time16–24 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsST3, ST4
Do I need planning permission in Longton?
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.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (formerly AONBs), the Broads and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
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).
What should I budget for an annexe extension in Longton?
For Longton we adjust our national guide rates by ×0.97, the factor we use for West Midlands. Figures include VAT; your written quote after the survey replaces them.
Typical rates in Longton: £1,940 to £3,690 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio annexe 25 m² | £53,000 – £67,000 | £58,000 – £73,000 | £72,500 – £92,500 |
| One-bedroom annexe 35 m² | £67,500 – £85,000 | £81,000 – £102,000 | £101,500 – £129,500 |
| Larger annexe 45 m² | £87,000 – £109,500 | £104,500 – £131,000 | £130,500 – £166,000 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
When an annexe extension makes sense
- Relatives who need support close by
- Multi-generational families
- Homes with a large side or rear garden
Extensions in and around Longton
Postcode districts we cover around Longton include ST3, ST4. Neighbouring towns we cover include Stoke-on-Trent (3 miles), Newcastle-under-Lyme (4 miles), Kidsgrove (8 miles), Leek (10 miles).
Across the West Midlands, brick-built semis with long gardens are common, so single-storey and two-storey rear extensions are popular choices.
Our process, step by step
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
First, a site visit: we look at the house, garden, access and drains and listen to what you need.
Design and approvals
Drawings are prepared and agreed with you, then submitted for the right planning route and building regulations approval.
Fixed written price
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
Our team builds the extension, keeps you updated weekly and finishes with building control sign-off.
Questions people ask about annexe extensions
Do I need building regulations approval in Longton?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
How long does an annexe extension take to build in Longton?
On site, typically 16 to 24 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 10–16 weeks design and approvals.
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Longton, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
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 Longton
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.