Home extensions in Droylsden
Planning an extension in Droylsden? Compare extension types, see guide prices adjusted for Droylsden and book a free site visit.
- Postcode districtsM11, M18, M34, M35, M43, OL7
- Price regionNorth West England (×0.95)
- Planning rulesEngland
- Site visitFree, no obligation
Guide prices for Droylsden
We publish guide prices so you can budget before anyone visits. For Droylsden they are adjusted by ×0.95, the factor we use across North West England.
| Extension type | Example size | Standard spec (inc VAT) |
|---|---|---|
| Wraparound extensions | 25 m² | £54,500 – £69,000 |
| Extensions over a garage | 12 m² | £23,500 – £31,000 |
| Kitchen extensions | 20 m² | £39,500 – £50,500 |
| Orangery extensions | 16 m² | £42,500 – £53,500 |
| Side return extensions | 11 m² | £25,000 – £31,500 |
Approvals for an extension in Droylsden
In England a single-storey rear extension can usually go up to 3 m beyond the original rear wall of a semi-detached or terraced house, or 4 m on a detached house, without a planning application, provided it is no more than 4 m high, keeps eaves to 3 m within 2 m of a boundary and, with other buildings, covers no more than half the land around the original house. The larger home extension prior approval scheme raises those depths to 6 m and 8 m, with neighbours notified and a 42-day decision.
In England a single-storey side return infill is often permitted development if it stays within the height limits and is no wider than half the width of the original house. Conservation areas, listed buildings and flats always need an application, and the boundary wall usually brings in the Party Wall Act.
In a conservation area, national park, National Landscape, the Broads or a World Heritage Site the permitted development limits are tighter (no side or two-storey extensions without an application). Listed homes need listed building consent, and if permitted development rights have been removed, any extension needs an application.
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.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
What works best for Droylsden houses?
Across the North West, terraced houses with small rear yards suit compact rear and side return extensions, while suburban semis have room for more.
Depending on the plot, kitchen extensions and side return extensions are often the strongest options, with single-storey rear extensions worth considering where there is room.
Where we work near Droylsden
Site visits are available across Droylsden (M11, M18, M34, M35, M43, OL7). We also work in nearby Failsworth (2 miles), Denton (2 miles), Ashton-under-Lyne (2 miles), Dukinfield (2 miles), Hyde (3 miles). Just over the Cheshire border, Wilmslow is about 11 miles away.
Choose an extension type
- Building regulations for extensions · from £850
- Side extensions · from £20,500
- Planning permission for extensions · from £300
- Conservatory replacement extensions · from £19,000
- Bedroom extensions · from £24,500
- Pitched roof extensions · from £21,000
- Annexe extensions · from £52,000
- Single-storey rear extensions · from £19,500
- Utility and boot room extensions · from £13,000
- Extensions over a garage · from £22,500
- Flat roof extensions · from £19,500
- Extension plans and drawings · from £1,100
- Glass box extensions · from £28,500
- Orangery extensions · from £28,500
- Bungalow extensions · from £24,500
- Timber frame extensions · from £19,500
- Side return extensions · from £17,000
- Wraparound extensions · from £34,000
- Home office extensions · from £15,000
- Double-storey extensions · from £36,000
- Kitchen extensions · from £25,500
- Porch extensions · from £3,800
Free site visit
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
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
We confirm the build price in writing, based on the approved drawings and the finishes you have chosen.
Build and sign-off
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Questions about extensions in Droylsden
How much does an extension cost in Droylsden?
Using our North West England factor (×0.95), a standard-spec single-storey extension of 20 m² is a guide £38,500 to £49,500 including VAT, and a 32 m² two-storey extension £54,500 to £71,500. Your written price follows the survey.
Do you cover all of Droylsden?
Yes, including the surrounding parts of Greater Manchester. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Do you handle building regulations?
Yes. We prepare the drawings and calculations, submit them and book inspections, ending with a completion certificate.
How long does an extension take in Droylsden?
Usually 2 to 4 months of design and approvals, then 10 to 16 weeks on site for a single-storey extension or 16 to 24 weeks for two storeys.
Will my neighbours need to be told?
If you apply for planning or prior approval the council notifies them, and in England party wall notices may be needed for work near a shared boundary.
Book a free site visit in Droylsden
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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