Extension plans and drawings across Altrincham
For Altrincham homeowners we handle extension plans and drawings, with fees agreed in writing before any work starts.
- Guide price in AltrinchamFrom £1,100 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsM23, M33, WA14, WA15
What we take care of
- Planning drawings: existing and proposed plans and elevations, site and location plans
- Structural calculations from an engineer (full pack)
- Measured survey of the house and garden
- 3D views to check the look and the light (full pack)
The most expensive changes are the ones made after the steel is ordered. A good design stage settles layout, heights, glazing and services on paper, so the build price is firm.
Fees in Altrincham
Guide fees for Altrincham including VAT, using our North West England factor of ×0.95. Council and building control charges are not included.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Measured survey and planning drawings | £1,100 – £2,100 |
| Standard | Planning drawings plus building regulations drawings | £2,050 – £3,650 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £3,200 – £5,250 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
Will the council need to approve it?
In England the main routes are permitted development (ideally confirmed with a lawful development certificate, £274), larger home extension prior approval (£249, 42 days) and a householder planning application (£548, normally 8 weeks), with council fees as set from 1 April 2026.
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).
Local to Altrincham
Across M23, M33, WA14, WA15, we can visit, measure and advise. Neighbouring towns we cover include Sale (3 miles), Urmston (4 miles), Stretford (5 miles), Irlam (5 miles).
Wilmslow, in Cheshire, is roughly 6 miles from Altrincham and also on our list. The North West has a high share of Victorian and Edwardian terraces with rear yards and outriggers, plus large areas of inter-war semis in the suburbs.
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
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
The price is fixed in writing once the design is settled, with a clear programme and payment stages.
Build and sign-off
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Common questions in Altrincham
Who do I contract with in Altrincham?
Your contract is with S&K Property Investments and Improvement Ltd, which designs and manages the project and the build teams who carry it out.
How long does this take for a Altrincham home?
2–6 weeks for drawings, depending on the council and the complexity of the project.
Do I need building regulations approval in Altrincham?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Do I need an architect?
Not necessarily. For most extensions an experienced designer or architectural technologist is enough. For listed buildings or complex sites an architect’s input can help.
How much do extension plans cost?
Our design packs range from about £1,100 to £5,250 including VAT, from planning drawings only to a full pack with building regulations drawings, structural calculations and 3D views. Council fees are separate.
Book a free site visit in Altrincham
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.