Extension plans and drawings across Bradford
For Bradford homeowners we handle extension plans and drawings, with fees agreed in writing before any work starts.
- Guide price in BradfordFrom £1,100 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsBD1, BD2, BD3, BD5, BD7
Extensions in and around Bradford
Across BD1, BD2, BD3, BD5, BD7, BD8, we can visit, measure and advise. We also work in nearby Shipley (3 miles), Pudsey (4 miles), Cleckheaton (5 miles), Bingley (5 miles).
Harrogate, in North Yorkshire, is roughly 16 miles from Bradford and also on our list. Yorkshire and the Humber combines stone-built terraces in the Pennine towns with brick semis and newer estates elsewhere, so materials and roof details need matching with care.
What is included
- Measured survey of the house and garden
- Structural calculations from an engineer (full pack)
- Building regulations drawings and specification
- Two or three layout options to compare
- Planning drawings: existing and proposed plans and elevations, site and location plans
- 3D views to check the look and the light (full pack)
Do I need planning permission in Bradford?
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.
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 it costs in Bradford
Guide fees for Bradford including VAT, using our Yorkshire and the Humber factor of ×0.94. 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 – £3,600 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £3,150 – £5,200 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
What happens next
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
You receive a written, itemised price and programme. Nothing starts until you are happy with it.
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 Bradford
Do I need building regulations approval in Bradford?
Yes. Almost every extension needs it, whatever the planning route. We prepare the drawings and book the inspections.
Will my neighbours in Bradford 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.
Do you cover all of Bradford?
Yes. We cover Bradford and the surrounding parts of West Yorkshire. Site visits are free and there is no obligation.
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.
Can I use your drawings with another builder?
Yes. Once paid for, the drawings are yours to use for your project.
Book a free site visit in Bradford
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.