Planning permission for extensions across Scottish Borders
We prepare planning permission for extensions for homes across Scottish Borders, on their own or as the first stage of a full design and build project.
- Guide priceFrom £300 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Towns covered4
- Site visitFree, no obligation
Towns in Scottish Borders
Working in Scottish Borders
Towns we cover in Scottish Borders include Galashiels, Hawick, Peebles, Kelso. Scotland's housing includes sandstone villas, terraces and tenements in the cities and plenty of post-war and modern houses and bungalows elsewhere. A building warrant is needed before work starts.
Will the council need to approve it?
In Scotland the questions are whether the extension falls within householder permitted development (Classes 1A to 1D) or needs planning permission from the council, and the building warrant, which is required before construction begins and is followed by a completion certificate.
Homes in conservation areas, national scenic areas and listed buildings have tighter rules, so we always check the property's status and planning history before design starts.
Scotland has no Party Wall Act. Where work affects a shared wall or a neighbour's land, we agree access, protection and making good with your neighbour in writing before work starts.
Building close to a public sewer needs the agreement of Scottish Water, which we check during design.
Applications are decided by your council as planning authority.
Fees in Scottish Borders
Fees below are our Scottish Borders guide (×0.98, the Scotland factor), including VAT. Council and building control fees are extra.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Permitted development confirmed in writing (certificate or notification) | £300 – £650 |
| Standard | Householder planning application handled | £550 – £1,100 |
| Premium | Application with heritage or design statements, and responses to the council | £850 – £1,600 |
Our handling fee only. Council fees are extra and are set by the Scottish Government. Drawings are priced separately.
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
What is included
- Planning history and constraints check for your address
- Application forms, plans and supporting statements
- Route recommendation in writing
- Advice if conditions are attached or changes are requested
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
We visit your Scottish Borders home, measure up, talk through what you want and check the planning position.
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
The build is managed from start to finish, inspected at each stage and signed off on completion.
Common questions in Scottish Borders
Do you cover all of Scottish Borders?
Yes, across the whole of Scottish Borders. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
Do I need building regulations approval in Scottish Borders?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. In Scotland that means a building warrant before work starts.
Will my neighbours in Scottish Borders be involved?
If a planning application is needed, the council notifies neighbours. Where work is close to a shared boundary, we agree access and protection with them in writing.
What happens if planning is refused?
You can revise the design and reapply, or appeal. We read the officer’s report and tell you honestly which option has a better chance.
Book a free site visit in Scottish Borders
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.