Bungalow extensions in Dyfed
A bungalow extension in Dyfed starts with the right design and the right approval route. We take care of both, then build it with our own project management.
- Guide priceFrom £24,000 inc VAT
- PlanningWelsh permitted development rules (rear up to 4 m)
- Towns covered6
- Site visitFree, no obligation

Planning rules that apply in Dyfed
In Wales single-storey bungalow extensions follow the normal limits (up to 4 m at the rear); adding a storey needs planning permission.
Homes in conservation areas, national parks, National Landscapes (AONBs) and World Heritage Sites have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
Building over or within 3 m of a public sewer needs the water company's consent before the foundations go in.
Building regulations approval is separate from planning. Wales has its own building regulations and approved documents; the council or a registered building control approver checks the plans, inspects the work and issues a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your county or county borough council, or the national park authority).
How much does a bungalow extension cost in Dyfed?
Labour and material costs vary across the UK, so for Dyfed we use our Wales factor (×0.93). The ranges include VAT and exclude design, structural and council fees.
Typical rates in Dyfed: £1,630 to £3,160 per m² including VAT, depending on specification.
| Size | Essential | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m 15 m² | £24,000 – £29,500 | £28,500 – £37,000 | £36,000 – £47,500 |
| 4 m × 6 m 24 m² | £39,000 – £47,000 | £45,500 – £59,500 | £58,000 – £76,000 |
| L-shape 35 m² | £56,500 – £68,500 | £66,500 – £86,500 | £84,500 – £111,000 |
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Covering Dyfed
Towns we cover in Dyfed include Llanelli, Ammanford, Aberystwyth, Carmarthen, Haverfordwest, Pembroke Dock. Welsh housing ranges from stone terraces in the valleys to render-and-slate houses and modern estates, and the Welsh planning rules differ from England's in several places.
Is a bungalow extension right for your house?
- Homeowners planning for later life
- Families wanting more space on one floor
- Bungalows on larger plots
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
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
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Bungalow extension questions answered
Will my neighbours in Dyfed be involved?
If a planning application is needed, the council notifies neighbours. If the work is on or near a shared boundary, party wall notices may also be needed.
Do I need building regulations approval in Dyfed?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Do you cover all of Dyfed?
Yes, across the whole of Dyfed. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
How much does a bungalow extension cost?
Our guide range for single-storey work is about £1,630 to £3,160 per m² including VAT. Going upwards is priced after a structural survey.
Is it better to extend sideways or upwards?
Sideways and rearwards is usually simpler, cheaper and keeps single-level living. Upwards saves garden but means stairs, more structure and planning permission.
Book a free site visit in Dyfed
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.