Extension plans and drawings in Canning Town
Need extension plans and drawings in Canning Town? We survey the house, prepare what the council needs and deal with the officers until a decision is made.
- Guide price in Canning TownFrom £1,550 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsE3, E6, E13, E14, E15
What it costs in Canning Town
Guide fees for Canning Town including VAT, using our London factor of ×1.3. Council and building control charges are not included.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Measured survey and planning drawings | £1,550 – £2,900 |
| Standard | Planning drawings plus building regulations drawings | £2,850 – £4,950 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £4,400 – £7,150 |
Want a range for your exact size? The guide-price tool takes about a minute.
Extensions in and around Canning Town
Postcode districts we cover around Canning Town include E3, E6, E13, E14, E15, E16. Neighbouring towns we cover include West Ham (1 mile), Stratford (2 miles), Bow (2 miles), Stepney (3 miles).
Across London, terraced houses with narrow side returns and tight access are the norm, which shapes everything from party wall notices to how materials reach the back garden.
Included in a typical project
- Structural calculations from an engineer (full pack)
- 3D views to check the look and the light (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
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.
Planning and approvals in Canning Town
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.
Before any drawing is finalised we check whether the house is listed, in a conservation area or subject to an Article 4 direction.
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).
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
With the design and specification agreed, you get a fixed written price and a start date.
Build and sign-off
We build it with one project manager, book the building control inspections and hand over the completion certificate.
Questions answered
Can I see a price before committing to anything?
Yes. The guide prices on this page are adjusted for Canning Town, and the guide-price tool gives a range for your own size. After the survey you get a written price before anything is agreed.
Will my neighbours in Canning Town 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.
How long does this take for a Canning Town home?
2–6 weeks for drawings, depending on the council and the complexity of the project.
How much do extension plans cost?
Our design packs range from about £1,550 to £7,150 including VAT, from planning drawings only to a full pack with building regulations drawings, structural calculations and 3D views. Council fees are separate.
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.
Book a free site visit in Canning Town
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.