Torquay annexe extensions, designed and built
We design and build annexe extensions for houses in Torquay, with a written price once the survey and design are done and one point of contact throughout.
- Guide price in TorquayFrom £56,000 inc VAT
- PlanningUsually a householder application
- Build time16–24 weeks on site
- Postcode districtsTQ1, TQ2, TQ3, TQ4
Planning rules that apply in Torquay
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.
If the work involves a shared wall, building on the boundary, or digging foundations within 3 m (sometimes 6 m) of a neighbour's building, the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 applies and notice must be served before work starts: two months for work to a party wall, one month for new walls on the boundary and for excavations.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Included in a typical project
- Kitchenette, shower room and bedroom finish
- Planning application describing ancillary use
- Fire separation and alarms to building regulations
- Separate or shared heating and hot water
- Design for accessibility: level thresholds, wider doors, walk-in shower
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.
What should I budget for an annexe extension in Torquay?
These guide figures apply our South West England adjustment (×1.02) to national rates. They include VAT at 20% and cover the build itself; design and council fees are listed separately.
Typical rates in Torquay: £2,040 to £3,880 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio annexe 25 m² | £56,000 – £70,500 | £61,000 – £76,500 | £76,500 – £97,000 |
| One-bedroom annexe 35 m² | £71,000 – £89,500 | £85,500 – £107,500 | £107,000 – £136,000 |
| Larger annexe 45 m² | £91,500 – £115,000 | £110,000 – £138,000 | £137,500 – £174,500 |
For a figure based on your own dimensions, use our guide-price tool.
Covering Torquay
Postcode districts we cover around Torquay include TQ1, TQ2, TQ3, TQ4. We also work in nearby Paignton (3 miles), Newton Abbot (6 miles), Exmouth (12 miles), Exeter (18 miles).
Bridport, in Dorset, is roughly 38 miles from Torquay and also on our list. South West homes range from terraced streets in the cities to stone cottages and bungalows in the countryside, and conservation areas are common in historic centres.
How the project works
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
We visit your Torquay home, measure up, talk through what you want and check the planning position.
Design and approvals
We draw the design, agree it with you and handle planning or permitted development checks and building regulations.
Fixed written price
We confirm the build price in writing, based on the approved drawings and the finishes you have chosen.
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
Will my neighbours in Torquay be involved?
If a planning application or prior approval is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
How long does an annexe extension take to build in Torquay?
On site, typically 16 to 24 weeks once approvals are in place. Before that, allow 10–16 weeks design and approvals.
Do I need building regulations approval in Torquay?
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 Torquay
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.