Extension plans and drawings across Cannock
For Cannock homeowners we handle extension plans and drawings, with fees agreed in writing before any work starts.
- Guide price in CannockFrom £1,150 inc VAT
- PlanningWe find the right route for you
- Timescale2–6 weeks for drawings
- Postcode districtsWS6, WS11, WS12
When it helps
- Anyone who wants fixed designs before getting build prices
- Projects that need a planning application or other approval
- Homeowners at the very start of a project
Planning and approvals in Cannock
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.
The planning position for a specific Cannock address depends on its history and any designations, which is why we check it at the first visit.
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 regulations approval is separate from planning. In England you can use the council's building control team or a registered building control approver; a full plans application gets the drawings checked before work starts, and the inspector signs the work off with a completion certificate.
Applications are decided by the local planning authority (your district, borough or unitary council).
Fees in Cannock
Fees below are our Cannock guide (×0.97, the West Midlands factor), including VAT. Council and building control fees are extra.
| Option | What it covers | Guide price |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Measured survey and planning drawings | £1,150 – £2,150 |
| Standard | Planning drawings plus building regulations drawings | £2,100 – £3,700 |
| Premium | Full pack with structural calculations and 3D visuals | £3,250 – £5,350 |
Try the guide-price tool to see a range for your own size and finish.
Extensions in and around Cannock
Site visits are available across Cannock (WS6, WS11, WS12). Neighbouring towns we cover include Great Wyrley (2 miles), Burntwood (4 miles), Rugeley (6 miles), Lichfield (9 miles).
For homes towards West Midlands, Bloxwich is around 5 miles away. The West Midlands has a large stock of 1930s and post-war semi-detached houses, which are well suited to rear, side and over-garage extensions, plus Victorian terraces in the older inner areas.
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
It starts with a visit to your house to measure, check access and talk through ideas and budget.
Design and approvals
We produce the drawings and structural design, and manage the approvals so they are in place before work starts.
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
Work is carried out to the agreed programme, inspected by building control and signed off at the end.
Common questions in Cannock
How long does this take for a Cannock home?
2–6 weeks for drawings, depending on the council and the complexity of the project.
Who do I contract with in Cannock?
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.
Will my neighbours in Cannock 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.
Can I use your drawings with another builder?
Yes. Once paid for, the drawings are yours to use for your project.
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 Cannock
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.